When it comes to making a good impression, well kept fingernails rank highly. Poorly kept nails are almost immediately noticed and can greatly impact a person's image and the all important first assessment when meeting someone for the first time.



Use these eight care tips to ensure your nails serve as a good advertisement and help build a positive image:

Make sure your nails are completely dry before you file them.

When filing, try to keep the shape of your nails oval not pointed, thus making the nails less susceptible to breakage.

This new healthy skin protects the nails matrix which is the growth center of the nail and should be treated with care.