HEALTH} something to talk about
Cuticle
Oil
Cuticle oil softens skin, repairs cuticles, and extends the life
of a manicure. Educate clients on how and when to use it
and they’ll see instant improvement — and you may see an
increase in retail sales.
Cuticle oil is a bit of a catch-all phrase, since no regulation dictates a bottle’s ingredients. It could be
a blend of vitamin E oil, jojoba oil, avocado oil, grape seed, almond, coconut…you get the idea. But while
the source of the oil may vary, the intent does not: Cuticle oil protects the skin, improves nail growth, and
keeps a manicure looking beautiful longer. Let your client know how she can experience these benefits by
educating her during her mani/pedi service. That conversation may go something like this:
You: I’ve noticed you get quite a few
hangnails and your cuticles are dry.
Do they ever bother you?
Client: Yes, but I just assumed
it’s because I’m always in water.
You: Well, that could be what causes it, but I think we
can fix it by using cuticle oil regularly. I use it on every
manicure and pedicure I do in the salon because it does
such a great job of repairing the skin. I’d recommend you
pick up a bottle while you’re here and apply it to your
skin every day — or even twice a day.
Client: Really? Can’t I just
use hand cream?
You: You can use both, but cuticle oil is better at repairing that sensitive skin around
the nails. It’s highly concentrated and it absorbs quickly so it starts doing its magic
immediately. It softens and conditions your cuticles, so you’ll be less likely to pick at
them. Plus, it adds moisture to the skin, which makes your skin healthier and younger
looking. Finally, it shrinks and tightens the skin, which helps prevent hangnails.
And that’s just the benefit to your skin! Your nails also benefit from cuticle oil. They
will become more flexible because of the oil, which prevents them from becoming
brittle and dry, so the polish is less likely to chip. The cuticle oil also helps keep the
polish pliable, which will further reduce chipping. I think you’ll really be amazed at the
difference it makes when you apply it every day.
You: Cuticle oil is beneficial to everyone, whether they have
natural nails, gel-polish, acrylics, gel enhancements, or even
pedicures. It’s a product that strengthens the cuticles and
helps make them healthy. Our cuticles protect our nails. When
our cuticles are in good condition, it helps to grow stronger,
healthier nails. It requires a little bit of consistent maintenance,
but it’s worth it. Why don’t you pick up a bottle and give it a try?
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Client: That all sounds
good, but I use gel-polish.
Will it still help?
OILS AND
THEIR
PROPERTIES
> Jojoba seed oil:
Moisturizes. The
small molecules can
penetrate deep into
the nail’s layers to
condition and soften
the nails.
> Almond oil: Softens
and conditions. The
larger molecules stay
closer to the skin’s
surface and nourish
the upper layers of
the skin.
> Vitamin E oil: Softens
and reduces the signs
of aging.
> Avocado oil:
Moisturizes the skin.
Because it easily
penetrates the skin,
avocado oil often acts
as a great carrier oil
to help other oils
penetrate deeper.
> Grape seed oil: Seals
moisture in and
makes skin soft and
fexible.
> Rice bran oil: Softens
skin, improves
elasticity, helps retain
moisture and
prevents signs of
aging.