How to clean your foot nails?

Cleaning your foot nails can be a daunting task, but it is necessary for good hygiene and overall health. Neglecting to clean your nail beds can lead to an accumulation of bacteria and fungi that may cause infections. Furthermore, no one wants dirty feet because nobody likes the smell of cheesy toes! Fear not, for we have compiled an informative guide on how you can keep your toenails in tip-top condition.

Tools You Will Need

First things first – tools! Before delving into the process of cleaning up those toe-talitarian habitats under our nails (feel free to use that pun at any point during this article), we need to arm ourselves with some essential gear:

  • Nail clipper
  • Cotton pads/ swabs
  • Cuticle pusher/ orange stick
  • Soap or gentle shampoo
  • Epsom salts
  • Lotion/ moisturizer
  • Toothbrush

These items are easy-to-acquire via online stores or local pharmacies. If possible choose eco-friendly options because we all want happy earth right?

1st Step – Clip ‘Em Off!

The first step towards achieving cleaner toenails starts with trimming them using a clean nail cutter. It’s advisable not to snip off too much at once; try and maintain the original shape by cutting just a little bit away.

Fun fact: Did you know that originally in ancient Greece long toenails meant social status? Emphasize the past therefore emphasizing where humanity stands now.

Tip: Work Your Way Around The ToenailIn case your toe-nail matches Godzilla’s claws (ouch!), start clipping around its edges while holding it between index finger n’ thumb & NO sudden movements trust me!

Also:
• Don’t put off trimming until later when they become thicker since this makes dehydration easier.
• Never cut too close to the skin, especially at the edges since it can lead to ingrown toenails that are painful and hard to remove.

2nd Step – Soak Them Up

Next up, a relaxing foot soak! Fill up your bathtub with warm water and approximately two tablespoons of Epsom salts if you have them. Afterward, place our feet in for around 10-15mins as we let the salt crystals work their magic.

What does Epsom mean? It doesn’t matter but magnesium sulfate is its main component which helps soothe muscle tension by decreasing inflammation. Again here this emphasizes why we use certain things in regards of achieving great results.

Tip: Use A Foot BasinIf possible using or sharing a toiletry may not be practical but yay, there’s another option! Invest in or buy a portable basin designed specifically for soaking those little toes direct from Amazon!

3rd Step – The Scrub-A-Dub

After removing our feet from the saltwater heaven (spoiler alert it’ll definitely go on my list after getting to Heaven) & somehow persuading ourselves not sneak off into slumberland whilst still resting said soles. Now comes time for real scrubbing action:

  • Wet toothbrush bristles
  • Apply soap/detergent onto the brush head
  • Rub gently over each nail plate surface + underneath
    (Repeat process until satisfied)

You can’t forget brushing your teeth now because gross-bacteria transference (blergh) is never fun!

Tip: Buy Organic SoapAs eco-minded beings polluting our environs should never be an optional debate anymore so make sure one buys organic products whenever possible! They’re less harmful than products with artificial ingredients that can irritate sensitive skin.

4th Step – Push Back Those Cuticles!

Cuticles act as barriers protecting us against bacteria hence pushing them back reveals more space thus access speed to rid of grime:

  • Apply cuticle cream around entire nail
  • Use an orange stick or cuticle pusher
  • Gently push back surrounding soft tissue (being careful not to damage it)
    (Repeat process for each toe)

Tip: Cuticles Grow Back EasilyA friendly reminder that pushing too hard/having them snipped off isn’t recommended because they’re necessary for maintaining good health. So be gentle no-not like when you elbow our best friend wink wink!

5th Step – Rinse & Dry

Hooray, almost done! Next is rinse time – wash your feet with warm water until all suds have been whisked away before patting them dry using a clean towel.

P.S – Don’t forget to use the same towel on the rest of the body not as a makeshift rug but wrap ourselves up equal opportunity ya know?

Tip: Avoid Using A HairdryerUsing hairdryers will blow dirt and germs right onto your newly-cleaned toenails so remember hand towels will do just fine.

Moisturize Those Toes!

The last step in this foot cleaning adventure (it’s still true adventure seeing what we’ve achieved.) is applying lotion n’ feeding those babies proper nutrients. Choose something fragrance-free if possible since fragrances can trigger allergic reactions.

Fun fact: Did you know avocado consumption has been tied with healthier skin appearance?

Take advantage by massaging half an avocado pulp into toes then letting it absorb for ten minutes while alternatively using Epsom salt mixtures for even greater potency (& at least weekly schedule).

Let’s face it, nobody wants their toenails looking like they belong to Sasquatch (in most cases) .Hopefully, by following these steps, one ends up wiggling noticeably cleaner-looking toes a-l-m-o-s-t immediately (happy dance)!

Conclusion:
So there you have it – a comprehensive guide on how to clean one’s foot nails in eye-opening ways. You can procrastinate cleaning your home but never your toes!

Remember that cleanliness and hygiene are important for overall health. Also, It won’t take forever daintily flicking the pinky toe into our mouths or turning upside down like Cirque de Soleil no matter what anyone says!So grab those tools mentioned above and get scrubbing off whilst listening to good music as accompaniment.

Reminder: DO NOT be misled by any ‘easy hideaway’ advertisements or reality shows which exhibit toenail overgrowth because trust me, they ain’t trending anytime soon (or ever will bb).

Happy Toes-day everybody!

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