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Elevate your hands to princess status with expert care tips
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Have you ever wanted hands with slender, elegant fingers and flawless skin like Princess Diana's or Princess Kate's? There's actually a name for that now, thanks to TikTok: they're called princess hands, and they're Beauty TikTok's latest obsession. Come with us to learn what princess hands are , how to get them using skin and nail care tips from professional nail artists and skincare experts, and where this trend originated .
Princess Hands Meaning
"Princess hands" is a viral TikTok beauty trend and aesthetic. According to the trend, princess hands are characterized by long, slender fingers and soft, smooth skin. The fingernails on princess hands are generally pretty and well-manicured. The term was popularized by Filipino and South Korean influencers.
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1Moisturize your hands, fingers, and cuticles regularly. "Make sure you moisturize your hands as often as possible," says nail artist Marta Nagorska. This will help you achieve the smooth, soft skin that people with princess hands are known for. Don't forget to also hydrate your cuticles and nails with cuticle oil! Nagorska recommends applying cuticle oil "at least twice a day, especially before bedtime, to nourish your nails and cuticles and prevent hangnails." [1] X Expert Source Marta Nagorska
Nail Artist Expert Interview- Dermatologist Lydia Shedlofsky, DO, suggests moisturizing your hands with a thick emollient cream
, especially if you wash your hands frequently. [2]
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Dermatologist Expert Interview - Nail artist Lindsey Yoshitomi recommends Sally Hansen's Vitamin E Nail & Cuticle Oil
for healthier-looking nails and fingertips. She says it "helps to hydrate cuticles, but also nails, which helps strengthen them and repair any damage." [3]
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- Dermatologist Lydia Shedlofsky, DO, suggests moisturizing your hands with a thick emollient cream
, especially if you wash your hands frequently. [2]
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2Wear gloves when cleaning the house, gardening, or handling chemicals. The key to having lovely princess hands is protecting them from getting scraped, scratched, and dried out whenever you're doing chores. Nagorska says to "always wear gloves when gardening or doing housework, particularly if it involves handling cleaning products or submerging your hands in water for a prolonged period of time." [4] X Expert Source Marta Nagorska
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3Wash your hands whenever they're dirty and clean your fingernails. Keep your hands looking neat and tidy by washing dirt, grime, food, and other debris off of them as needed. Shedlofsky recommends using fragrance-free soaps to help prevent your skin from drying out. [5] X Expert Source Lydia Shedlofsky, DO
Dermatologist Expert Interview- And don't neglect cleaning your fingernails
! According to Nagorska, "a manicure brush is a great tool to clean the underside of your nails, especially once the debris has softened during a shower or a bath." If you don't have a manicure brush
, she says, "use a wet wipe wrapped around a manicure stick or an eyelash spoolie to clean the underside of your nails." [6]
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- And don't neglect cleaning your fingernails
! According to Nagorska, "a manicure brush is a great tool to clean the underside of your nails, especially once the debris has softened during a shower or a bath." If you don't have a manicure brush
, she says, "use a wet wipe wrapped around a manicure stick or an eyelash spoolie to clean the underside of your nails." [6]
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4Keep your fingernails well-manicured. People with princess hands don't just have clean fingernails. Their nails are also impeccably manicured. You can go to a nail salon to have your nails done by a professional nail artist or give yourself a manicure at home. If you decide to go the DIY route, follow these expert tips to get salon-level results.
- To grow your nails out to a naturally long length, Yoshitomi says to "avoid putting stress on your nails that can lead to breakage. [It's] hard to get long nails if they keep breaking all the time." [7]
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Nail Artist Expert Interview To get flawless nail polish, Nagorska says, "Always use a top coat to finish your manicure. It will add shine, make your polish last longer, and smooth out any imperfections." [8] X Expert Source Marta Nagorska
Nail Artist Expert Interview - After your nail polish color and top coat are dry, Nagorska recommends using "a small brush dipped in nail polish remover to clean any nail polish from your skin and around your nail for a salon-like finish." [9]
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Nail Artist Expert Interview - Apply cuticle oil after your manicure is complete, suggests Yoshitomi. "Putting it [on] before can prevent the nail polish from adhering properly to your nails, and cause chipping." [10]
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- To grow your nails out to a naturally long length, Yoshitomi says to "avoid putting stress on your nails that can lead to breakage. [It's] hard to get long nails if they keep breaking all the time." [7]
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5Massage or ice your hands to reduce puffiness. Your hands and fingers may swell after exposure to heat, or because of inflammation or an injury. Massaging or icing can help reduce the puffiness and make your hands and fingers look slim again, like princess hands! [11] X Research source
- To give yourself a hand massage , start by applying lotion or oil to your hands to make the skin slick. Next, shake your hands and wiggle your fingers to loosen them up. Finally, massage the muscles and bones of your opposite hand with your thumb and forefinger using firm and gentle pressure.
- To ice your hands, wrap a bag of ice, a gel ice pack , or a bag of frozen peas in a towel. Then place the cold compress on top of your hand and let it sit for no longer than 15 minutes. Unless one or both of your hands are injured, it's best to only ice them once in a while, not every day. [12] X Research source
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6Make lifestyle changes to reduce swelling in your hands and fingers. Some videos online claim that you can slim and lengthen your fingers by exercising or massaging them. While massages may reduce occasional swelling, it won't make your fingers look skinnier or longer. In fact, there's no way to make your fingers longer than they already are without an invasive procedure like digital lengthening surgery. [13] X Research source The good news is you may be able to help your fingers look skinnier by making lifestyle changes that improve your overall health. Here are some suggestions to help you get rid of your chubby hands (if that's your goal).
- Eat a low-sodium diet to decrease fluid retention in your limbs
- Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
- Reduce your alcohol intake
- Exercise regularly (at least 150 minutes per week)
- Eat a healthy diet with lots of lean meat and fresh fruits and vegetables
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References
- ↑ Marta Nagorska. Nail Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Lydia Shedlofsky, DO. Dermatologist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Lindsay Yoshitomi. Nail Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Marta Nagorska. Nail Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Lydia Shedlofsky, DO. Dermatologist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Marta Nagorska. Nail Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Lindsay Yoshitomi. Nail Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Marta Nagorska. Nail Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Marta Nagorska. Nail Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ Lindsay Yoshitomi. Nail Artist. Expert Interview
- ↑ https://www.aiam.edu/massage-therapy/benefits-of-hand-massage/
- ↑ https://www.assh.org/handcare/condition/heat-treatment-cold-treatment
- ↑ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5329654/
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