"How can I make my nails grow healthy and strong?" This is the question you ask me most on social media. It's true that I've written several posts about this topic where I give you
basic tips to keep in mind, such as:
- Using a good nail base coat.
- Keeping nails away from water and cleaning products (clean with gloves)
- Filing nails always in the same direction with an appropriate file
- Reducing stress.
- Taking care of your diet (drinking plenty of water, fresh produce, oily fish, vegetables and fruit)
However, today I'm going to talk to you about a very important vitamin in this process, which strengthens both nails and hair and makes them grow healthy and strong. This vitamin is
BIOTIN (from the Greek root Bios, meaning Life), you may also know it as vitamin
B7,
B8 and
H. In reality, we can find it in foods like egg yolk, vegetables, nuts and oily fish, but it's true that with the current pace of life it's difficult to maintain a healthy and balanced diet.
What is Biotin for?
It contributes to the formation of various enzymes essential for the formation of rapidly growing tissues (skin, hair, nails). It also regulates blood
sugar levels, ideal for diabetes. It also helps relieve muscle pain, to
regenerate the skin in cases of
dermatitis or eczema. It is also prescribed in cases of
depression and chronic fatigue, so you can see that it is a very
complete vitamin.
In the case of hair cosmetics, the use of Biotin has revolutionized the field of hair
strengthening and
protection, especially in topical treatments: shampoos, lotions, conditioners, etc.
How to take Biotin?
My favorite way to take
Biotin is undoubtedly with
supplements (in tablets, there are some for less than €4). It is the simplest and guarantees correct absorption by the body. I have to admit that there are two times of the year when my nails really suffer, one is winter and the other right now, the arrival of heat and summer. Also, my hair falls out a lot in spring and Biotin slows down this process (you have to see my bathroom when I dry my hair). To learn more about this vitamin, you will find a multitude of tips, tricks and ideas to have your nails strong, healthy and up-to-date at
Your Biotin Routine. It is a site dedicated to the care of
nails and
hair and the importance of this vitamin to feel healthy inside and for it to show
on the outside. If you have any doubts about Biotin, you can consult your
pharmacist and ask for recommendations.
Your
Biotin Routine encourages you to participate from May 23rd to June 23rd
in the photo contest
#ElSelfieManoDelVerano.
What are the steps to participate:
1. Follow the profile of
@turutinadebiotina on Instagram
2. Take a photo showing your nails and some summery touch (fresh colors, a beach background, a sunny landscape, use your imagination!)
3. Upload it to your Instagram account
4. Make sure your profile is PUBLIC (if it's private, you won't be able to participate)
5. VERY IMPORTANT: tag the photo with the contest hashtag:
#ElSelfieManoDelVerano
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