Ashley Davis Yellow nails can be embarrassing, especially since your nails are often one of the first things people notice about you. Whether due to stains, dirt buildup, or leftover nail polish, discolored nails can be a nuisance. Thankfully, there’s a simple solution you can try at home using common household items.
1. Gather Your Supplies
The best part is that you likely already have these items: baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, lemon, and a toothbrush. You might know that baking soda and hydrogen peroxide are popular for teeth whitening, but did you know they work just as well for whitening your nails?
This mixture effectively removes any discoloration that has developed over time, exfoliates, and cleanses your nails of yellowing, dirt buildup, or leftover polish. The hydrogen peroxide and baking soda combination is a potent stain remover, and the acidic properties of lemon help dissolve stain particles.
2. Soak Your Hands in Warm Water and Lemon Juice
Start by adding the juice of one lemon to a bowl of warm water. The acid in lemon juice is known for its stain-removing properties, making it perfect for your nails. Soak your nails for about 5 minutes, then rinse them with warm water. Be sure to rinse thoroughly to remove all the lemon juice, as any residue could dry out your nails, which is something you want to avoid.
3. Create a Whitening Paste
The next step is to create a paste using hydrogen peroxide and baking soda. Think of this as a face mask for your nails. Just like you would exfoliate your face, your nails also benefit from exfoliation to look their best.
Mix baking soda and hydrogen peroxide until you achieve a paste-like consistency. The recommended ratio is one teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide to two and a half tablespoons of baking soda. Add a little at a time until you reach the desired consistency. If the mixture is too runny, add more baking soda.
4. Exfoliate Your Nails
Once your paste is ready, grab a toothbrush (use a new one, not the one you use for brushing your teeth) and apply a generous amount of the paste to it. Scrub your nails in circular motions for 30-60 seconds, ensuring the entire nail is covered. This exfoliates the nail and removes any unwanted dirt, stains, or leftover polish.
After scrubbing, leave the paste on your nails for 2-3 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water. Depending on your lifestyle or the type of work you do, you may need to leave the paste on longer to achieve whiter nails.
And that’s it! You can use this remedy as often as needed until you achieve your desired results.
Once your nails are white and looking great, maintain this routine to keep them healthy and clean. You don’t need to do this every week—once every six weeks should suffice. This remedy is not only quick and easy, taking no more than 10 minutes, but it will also keep your nails healthy and clean. Give it a try, and you won’t be disappointed!
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