30 05, 2017

Ingrown Fingernails

By |2019-10-24T05:43:46+00:00May 30th, 2017|

Ingrown nails are a common mishap that occur when our nails begin to grow into the skin, and therefore become ingrown. Our nails are made up of a protein known as keratin. The keratin produces layers of its cells which push itself to the surface of our finger and form ridges under the skin to [...]

13 04, 2017

Ingrown Toenail: What you need to know

By |2019-10-24T05:43:46+00:00April 13th, 2017|

What is an Ingrown Toenail? Pretty explanatory, it is when the edge of your nail grows into the skin surrounding your toes, typically downwards. Other names for ingrown toenail are Onychocryptosis and Unguis incarnates. Symptoms may be inflammation, redness and constant pain. In some serious cases, it is possible to spread into the bone. It [...]

11 04, 2017

10 Tips to Prevent Painful Ingrown Toenails

By |2019-10-24T05:43:46+00:00April 11th, 2017|

1. Warm Salt Bath - It is recommended to soak sore toe for 15 minutes, a couple times a day. This will help relieve some swelling. 2. Use an Antibiotic Ointment - According to physicians, this will help lower your chances of developing a serious infection. 3. Use Anti-Inflammatory Medications - Using over the counter [...]

28 03, 2017

Getting Rid of Toenail Fungus with Supplements & Essential Oils

By |2019-10-24T05:43:46+00:00March 28th, 2017|

Taking probiotic supplements can help you fight the yeast that can be present in the body, and in turn causing your toenail fungus. Another remedy of olive leaf extract proves to also be beneficial in fighting nail fungus. In addition to natural remedies of probiotic supplements, and olive leaf extract, essential oils can be another [...]

18 03, 2017

Ingrown Nails for Women

By |2019-10-24T05:43:46+00:00March 18th, 2017|

Men and women equally suffer from foot and nail infections for different reasons. For men, it is usually caused by sweat, athletics, and certain jobs, while with women it is typically due to tight or improper footwear, high heels, spending hours on their feet, and nail salons, just to name a few. High heels are [...]

28 02, 2017

Ways to Treat Ingrown Toenails

By |2019-10-24T05:43:46+00:00February 28th, 2017|

1. Soak your feet in warm salt water for 15 minutes at a time, several times a day. 2. Try keeping your feet as dry as possible. (Except when soaking) 3. If your feet are causing you pain, take ibuprofen to minimize the swelling. 4. Try to separate the skin form the nail as best [...]

8 02, 2017

Ingrown Nail Treatment

By |2019-10-24T05:43:46+00:00February 8th, 2017|

Ingrown nails are something that many people suffer with and most people have experienced them at least once in their lifetime. They can be a pest, hard to cope with, and painful but if taken care of immediately, you can avoid an infection and further suffering. There are many ways to treat an ingrown nail [...]