Just like our skin and hair, nails reflect our overall health. To keep nails strong and healthy, it’s important to care for both nails and cuticles. Essential oils for nails offer a natural way to support nail health with their nourishing and therapeutic properties. This article explores popular essential oils like Geranium, Lavender, and Tea Tree, known for their anti-fungal properties that combat issues such as athlete’s foot and nail fungus. We’ll also share simple DIY recipes like Wheatgerm Oil Nail Strengthener and Jojoba Oil Nail Growth blend to strengthen nails and encourage natural growth.
Popular Essential Oils for Beautiful Nails:
Geranium – An anti-fungal, geranium works well for athlete’s foot and nail fungus.
Lavender – An anti-fungal, lavender works well for athlete’s foot and nail fungus and strengthens weak nails.
Tea Tree – An anti-infectious and anti-fungal for athlete’s foot nail fungus, and foot odor.
Wheatgerm Oil Nail Strengthener
If you have weak nails that chip, break, or peel—this nail strengthener works wonders.
Ingredients:
1 tsp. Castor Oil
1 tsp. Wheat Germ Oil
5 drops of Lavender Oil
1 tsp. Fine Sea Salt
Directions:
- Thoroughly mix oils and salt in a bowl.
- Rub a small amount of the mixture onto your nails. 3. Leave on nails for 5-10 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.
Jojoba Oil Nail Growth Recipe
The combination of oils in this recipe has wonderful healing and nourishing properties that enhance overall health of the nails and encourage nail growth.
Ingredients:
5 drops Frankincense Oil
5 drops Myrrh Oil
1 Tbsp. Jojoba Oil
Directions:
- Combine oils and massage over entire nail bed and cuticles. DO NOT wash off.
- Rub on nails 2-3 times a week.