In reality, these “quick fixes” are often doing more harm than good to your nails, warned the popular manicure artists.

Popular manicurist Maddy Rooke shared some of the most common mistakes people make when it comes to cutting and filing nails at home.

“Here’s the common mistakes people make when cutting and filing their nails – and how to avoid them!” said the expert.

Maddy, a nail professional, stated that individuals mistakenly believe they are being helpful when they cut their own nails.

But “It actually creates more work because a lot of the time they cut them too far down – sometimes right down to the nail bed! 

“This actually makes it harder to get their desired shape.” 

And if you are “using clippers, always cut less than you need and then use your natural nail file to bring it down to the desired length and then shape.” and “do not file your natural nails in a fast back and forth motion – even if you are in a hurry!“

Cuticles exist for a reason, and many people are tempted to cut them for a neater manicure, she said.

But people mostly forget that “this thin bit of skin creates an important barrier for infection. Once cut, it can cause a blood bath if not done correctly and open the floodgates for bacteria to get in.” and “If frequently cut, it can grow back faster too.”

She further added that: “The constant change between hot and cold temperatures, that and the amount of hand sanitiser we’re using will really impact the moisture in your nails this winter.

“Keep those good quality oils and lotions by your bedside and give them a thirst quenching hit of moisture just before bed. 

“That way you’ll have at least 8 hours before washing it off. Anything with natural ingredients, like jojoba, are great for intense hydration.”

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