Zeta Clear Directions
Apply a thin coating (one or two drops) of Zeta Clear Nail Gel twice daily to the surface
of discolored nails, and under the tip of thickened nails. Allow gel to set for several
minutes before covering with footwear. Always try to apply after bathing, showering or
swimming. Using an emery board, gently roughen the flat surface of nails once a week
to enhance gel adhesion. Look for improved color and softened keratin debris build-up
under the nail in 3 to 4 weeks. Overall nail appearance will improve over time as keratin
debris exfoliates with continued use of Zetaclear. Zetaclear will not penetrate through
nail polish, but may be applied prior to using polish as often as twice daily. To keep nails
looking clear, apply 3 times weekly after bathing.This 4-ounce bottle is a 3 to 4 month
supply, depending on the number of nails receiving daily applications. Supervise
children in the use of this product. For athlete's foot pay special attention to spaces
between the toes. The brush applicator allows for easy application under nails and
surrounding cuticle area. Wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes, and change shoes and
socks at least once daily. For athlete's foot and ringworm, use daily for 4 weeks. If
condition persists longer, consult a doctor.
Alternative "Bandaid" Method - For extensive keratin debris buildup.
Apply a small amount of Zetaclear Nail Gel to the center of the nail, spread gel around
the nail with the applicator tip. Apply additional gel under the tip of the nail if possible,
then immediately cover nail with a waterproof or regular bandaid. Don't remove the
bandaid until you next bathe or shower. After bathing, dry nail well, reapply the gel and
a new bandaid and continue this process, rather than the twice-daily applications and
no bandaid. The bandaid will keep the gel moist on the nail around the clock
permitting faster results.
Be careful that the bandaid doesn't move or slide around the toe. If this occurs, replace
with a new bandaid after applying more gel.
Be sure to scrape out any softened keratin debris every other day from under the
thickened part of your nail and gently sand the flat surface of your nail with an emery
board once or twice a week.
Look for improvement in your nail's appearance in about 4 weeks. Nails will look better
as the keratin debris is broken down and softened by the gel.
Nail Fungus Information Guide
I know, I know -- you don't even want to admit to knowing what nail fungus is, let alone
admit that maybe, just maybe, it might account for that ever-yellowing grainy gook
that keeps crawling out from under your toenails. Well, just in case a friend of a friend of
your cousin's husband's niece's cat twice-removed ever contracts a case (wink, wink),
and you need to know how to treat it, consider this your guide to getting healthy
hooves.
What is Toenail Fungus?
It is a living organism that thrives in dark, damp environments such as under and around
nails. Fungal infections are very common on both fingernail and toenails. Toenails are
more likely to be affected by fungus since it is attracted to a dark and damp
environment which is more common on the foot than on the hand. In more severe
conditions, affected nails can have a yellowish or brownish discoloration. They may
thicken or become brittle over time, and may even shed. Sometimes the nails have
crumbling edges. It can be unsightly, disfiguring, embarrassing, and at times, painful.
The nail itself provides a protective covering that allows the fungus to grow underneath.
An accumulation of keratinous debris is usually found beneath the free edge of the
infected nail.
Other names for toenail fungus are: onychomycosis of the nail plate, and tinea of the
nails.
Who gets Toenail Fungus?
Some people are more susceptible than others, and contract it with mild to severe
symptoms. Factors that permit this disease include:
the abnormal pH level of the skin,
trauma to the nail,
poor hygiene of the foot,
susceptibility (such as decreased immunity) of the person who
has contact with the fungus.
Some estimates are that over 10% of the North American population has fungus of the
toenails, and it is one of the most common ailments that foot specialists attend to.
How do I avoid Toenail Fungus?
Prevention is the best cure!
The best thing to do is avoid getting nail fungus in the first place. Here are a few good
rules to keep in mind:
1. After you get out of the shower, dry those tootsies as quickly as possible! Dry your
fingers as well, although if you're using the towel correctly, it sort of seems inevitable.
Fungus loves moisture, so don't let anything "air-dry."
2. Wear sandals as often as possible -- ventilate those feet!
3. Avoid wearing gloves -- keep your fingers exposed to air as much as possible. Yes, if
it's thirty below and you're sure it's too cold for you to survive, let alone fungus, then get
wild and risk it. Otherwise, try to bare those claws.
4. Avoid washing dishes by hand if at all possible -- do I even need to say this? If you're
washing dishes by hand, we need to have another discussion entirely. Call me. I'm in
the book.
5. Wear natural cotton socks
6. Do not share your towels or wash cloths with others; you may spread or collect spores
7. Use a paper towel or toilet paper to dry your affected area, and throw away when
finished
8. Wear breathable shoes
9. Do not use nail polish until the disease is gone
10. File the infected nail thin so that Zetaclear solution can penetrate the nail more
effectively
11. Are you eating a lot of sugar in your food? Some people suggest reducing sugar
consumption will make your body less capable of hosting fungi.
Prevention is the best cure! Pure 100% wool, cotton, or silk socks are the best to wear
because they absorb moisture from your feet (from sweating) and provide good
ventilation. When you get your socks damp, it is a good idea to take them off and dry
your feet before putting on a fresh pair of clean, dry, cotton socks.
Synthetic socks such as nylon are not advised because they don't allow the moisture to
pass through away from your skin.
The best shoes to wear are those that allow plenty of air and moisture exchange. Look
for air-breather holes on the sides, natural materials (plastic shoes do not allow air and
moisture to pass through), and a comfortable fit. If you have a fungal condition
already, sprinkle into your shoes a good anti-bacterial powder.
Wearing nail polish is considered to be not a good idea as the polish may encourage
fungal growth. The fungus is sealed beneath the toe nails in a dark, moist, warm
environment that it loves to grow in. We have heard of a report that a woman couldn't
get cured until after she removed her polish.
Of course, if you know of someone with toenail fungus or any communicable disease
for that matter, sharing of towels, washcloths, shoes, or other personal items should
definitely be avoided.
Washing and thoroughly drying your feet really helps. Because toenail fungi likes warm,
damp environments, if you keep your feet dry, the fungus will find it hard to survive.
When drying your feet, use a towel vigorously to remove dead skin and improve
circulation.
Fungus and bacteria alike flourish in damp environments, so try to keep your feet as dry
as possible. To vigorously fight the toenail fungus, take your socks off and go without
them as often as you can. Also, it is important to keep your feet and toenails very clean
on a daily basis. Use a nail brush to scrub away dirt, dead fungus and nail tissue, paying
particular attention to underneath the toenails. Keeping your toenails cut as short as
comfortably possible will help keep the fungus in check.
It is important to realize that any toenail fungal cure is dependent on continual daily use
until the infected tissue is eradicated, and then still more time until complete new
toenails are grown. When it appears that the fungus has been beaten, you must
continue using your chosen type of cure until new nails are in place.
These healthy and wise living tips/methods mentioned above will help eradicate the
most persistent fungi on your toenails or fingernails.
Stick to your anti-fungal schedule
Nail fungus is extremely difficult to get rid of so it is very important to keep applying
Zetaclear at least twice daily. Even more important is to continue doing so even after
your nails look healthy again and all the fungus appears gone. In fact you may have to
do this for a year or more. Just when you think you've gotten rid of the nail fungus and
then stop, you find that it has started all over again so keep at it no matter what.
Try not to contaminate and spread the fungus to other healthy nails. Use a different set
of nail clippers, emery boards... for your healthy nails.