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General advice

Nail & Foot Aftercare

To keep your nails looking beautiful for longer:

  • Apply cuticle oil daily (ideally morning and night)
  • Wear gloves when cleaning or using chemicals
  • Avoid using your nails as tools
  • Moisturise hands regularly
  • Do not pick, peel or bite gel products
  • Avoid excessive exposure to hot water for long periods
  • Book infills/removals professionally instead of removing products at home

Why cuticle oil is important

Cuticle oil helps keep the natural nail flexible and hydrated, reducing lifting, peeling and breakage. Dry nails become brittle and are more likely to chip or lift.

Daily cuticle oil = better retention + healthier natural nails.

Foot care & cracked heels

Dry heels need regular maintenance — not just occasional pedicures.

For softer feet at home:

  • Apply foot cream or heel balm regularly
  • Use cotton socks overnight after applying balm
  • Exfoliate gently 1–2 times per week
  • Stay consistent with moisturising

A great product for dry or cracked heels:

This Works Perfect Heels Rescue Balm

Recommended maintenance

  • Gel manicure: every 2–3 weeks
  • Builder gel infills: every 2–4 weeks
  • Gel pedicure: every 4–6 weeks

Healthy nails come from regular maintenance and good home care.

How to make your manicure last longer

  • avoid picking labels/stickers with nails
  • avoid prolonged water exposure first 24h
  • wear gloves for gardening/cleaning
  • avoid acetone contact
  • don’t file gel at home

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