Body FAQs

The skin around my finger nails gets really cracked and sore. Any suggestions?

These splits in the skin are known as ‘hang nails’. If you are a person who can’t resist chewing your nails then they can get really sore and even infected. Clip off any excess skin with a pair of sharp nail scissors or nippers. Use a rich hand cream or lotion every time you wash your hands to keep the skin supple. Always use a non-drying hand wash to avoid further irritating the skin.

I really want a tan but I’m too busy to take a holiday. Are sun beds really bad for you?

There is little difference between the Ultra Violet rays emitted from the sun and those from a sun bed, so in theory they are just as bad as sunbathing.

Some sun beds do filter out certain rays and will therefore be a little safer. You are however less likely to burn as the session is usually timed within a safe limit.

Use sun beds with caution, always cover your eyes with goggles, check the hygiene of the clinic and follow usage instructions.

The best bet for a safe tan is to use a self-tan cream especially on the face.

Published on Monday, August 22nd, 2011 under Grooming Guides