When winter knocks on the door, our nails also scream SOS. Between the biting cold and dry air, they become fragile, dry, rebelled. So, don't panic: we have designed a routine for you for the winter season with small onions. Expert care and smart tips to take care of your nails in winter, even by -15°C. Discover our Winter Arc special nails!
Why are our nails more fragile in winter?
The cold winter does not spare our hands and our nails often make it fresh. Dry air, sudden changes in temperature, lack of light are all factors that disrupt the natural balance of your nails.
The effects of cold on nails
The cold weather and dry air produced by heating cause a general dehydration And your nails are no exception. In addition to the daily aggressions, thermal shocks, between the heated interior and the icy exterior, dry and weaken the nail structure. Add to this a seasonal fatigue, lower blood circulation in the hands or deficiencies in essential vitamins and nutrients, and you get the fatal equation that's gonna hurt your nails.
Alert signs
The following are the different signals to be monitored:
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The split nails whose keratinic structure is damaged.
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The brittle nails who have lost their flexibility and are giving way to any shock.
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The tired nails growing less quickly or irregularly.
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The dry cuticles, sometimes irritated, which no longer play their role of protection against external aggression.
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The dull nails that lacks brilliance.
From the first signs of weakness, immediately proceed to action with a suitable routine.
Is it dull, brittle or split? Your nails are sensitive to cold.
An effective manicure routine for winter
For strong and vibrant nails, here are our essentials to integrate into your winter manicure for a simple and effective nail care routine!
Moisturize hands and nails to counter the effects of cold
Goal 1 of your winter routine: hydration to stop the drying effects of the winter season. To moisturize your nails, the Nail Moisturizing Duo is the ideal care kit that you will not be able to separate until the end of winter. It combines:
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The Complete serum is a nourishing serum concentrated in vegetable glycerine and chestnut extracts, for deep and lasting hydration. Apply it once or twice a day, massaged on nails and cuticles.
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The Base 5.5 is a protective base enriched with natural assets (aloe vera, vitamins C, ginseng) which arises on bare nails and clean every 2 days for 2 weeks, without removing makeup between each application. You can also use it as a coat base before applying a nail polish Green™ .
If you want to create a real barrier against temperature variations, the best is dmoisturize hands & nails. Associate the daily application of moisturizing hand cream with nail care. Enriched with coconut oil, rapeseed wax and aloe vera, the Hand cream intensely moisturizes the skin. The perfect choice for soft, comfortable and protected hands all day long with, as a bonus, a delicate fragrance of rose, lavender or orange flower That instantly puts a good mood on!
Tip : also think about protecting your hands from the cold by wearing hot gloves When you get out. And avoid overexposure to moisture using protective gloves for handling household cleaning products.
Nail Moisturizing Duo & Cream Hands, your allies to help your hands brave the cold.
Strengthen to combat seasonal fatigue
In addition to the effects of cold weather, the body also suffers in winter. lack of light which is translated into a vitamin D deficiency and a decrease in energy. Result: nails that become fragile and less resistant. It is essential to give them a boost to avoid the risk of breakage. Strengthen your nails with the 2 ultra-nourishing treatments:
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TheGreen oil This nail and cuticle oil combines 6 botanical oils, including sweet almond oil and coconut oil. She regenerates fibers and strengthens natural protections nail. Apply them one drop every day on naked nails massage on nails and cuticles.
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The Perfector concentrate : concentrated in castor oil, vitamin E and pistachio extracts, this dosing pen will be your BFF of winter, to be taken everywhere with you for feed your nails at any time.
Chouch your nails with treatments rich in vegetable oils and vitamins.
Stimulate nail growth
Another phenomenon observed in winter in the hands and nails: a less active blood circulation which may disrupt the production and synthesis of the keratin within the matrix. Keep your nails strong with care designed to stimulate their growth, such as:
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The Keratine Booster : one nail hardener whose formula based on vegetable keratin, silicon and biotin acts at the heart of the plate to restore its density. Apply it on nails naked once to 3 times a day for one week. Allow to dry until the product is fully absorbed, without rinsing or massaging.
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The Nail Boost food supplements to ensure that the intakes of essential vitamins and minerals good nail growth. To be taken in 2 capsules per day for maintenance of 2 months, to be renewed 2 to 3 times a year.
Relaunch the growth of your nails with Keratine Booster and Nail Boost.
Redn off the shine and color to his nails
Active™ care varnishes for shiny nails in the heart of winter
Concentrated in strong natural active ingredients (including sweet almond oil, castor, beet, red fruit or lemon extracts), varnish care Active™ allow strengthen the nails in depth while boosting their shine when they need it most. Without a base coat or top coat, get a trendy look in one gesture and vary the ultra-gloss finish by playing with the different effects and overlays of varnish layers.
In winter, boost the shine of your nails with Active™ care varnishes.
The trendy colors of nail polish for winter
For a winter manicure to fall, discover our Selection of nail polish Green™ & Green Flash™ seasonal. From chic burgundy to delicate milk nails, to frosted and sparkling mother-of-pearls, our colour palette and our ideas of nail arts accompany you for a happy and stylish winter! And for perfect harmony, explore our selection of winter colours for your pedicures.
You see, maintaining her nails in winter is almost a child's game. By adopting the proper routine and quality care, you ensure that you strong, hydrated and shiny nails, and beautiful hands despite the drop in temperatures. So, you're up to playing
