Customer Reviews

Beautiful Hands and Nails, Naturally

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I found I couldn't use one of the recipes in this book, because they were made wholly out of 'natural' ingredients, at least one of which I was allergic to in every recipe. --Sigh-- Some of the advice is good, but some is unrealistic and, to be honest, doesn't seem to be written for the person with soft (not brittle, soft) nails.

Although it didn't work for me, this book might be a good choice for someone with brittle, thick, or uneven nails. I didn't think it was bad, but for me it was, sadly, a waste of my money.

My work involves some filing and lots of typing so my nails have traditionally been horrible. I got this book, followed the advice, and my nails are now beautiful. I can't believe it. The diagrams are very useful and the author has loads of easy recipes for nail-care products. "Beeswax Nail Spackle" for instance. It's easy to make and really helps heal your nails. Buy this book, if you want to improve your nails.

I am just amazed how quickly I saw results of using the methods outlined in this book! I have never been successful with the common nail care methods and had given up that I would ever have nice-looking fingernails. No matter how much "nail hardener", "cuticle creams/oils", "soaking, filing, clipping" methods I used, my nails continued to be brittle, easily broke,split,and looked awful. I was very skeptical when I saw the word "naturally" in the title of this book, as that generally meant a lot of products I don't normally use. That thinking was soon dashed when I read that we will use simple things like castile or glycerin soap, a toothbush, petroleum jelly, lip balm, and inexpensive facial cream for basic hand and nail care - things that were already in my cabinet. I can honestly say - IT REALLY WORKS! I saw results with the first treatment and my nails and hands continue to improve. The 4-part regimen is so easy that I am sure I will continue using this method. I first picked this book up at our local library, but I am so impressed - I have purchased several copies to give as gifts! Thanks so much, Fran Manos, and I hope you will keep us updated on any of your new discoveries.

I am currently studying reflexology and also nail care for hands and feet. I have really enjoyed this book and plan to have it handy as a reference book, in my work to follow. Unlike so many nail care books/videos that dwell on chemicals and artifical nails, gels etc....this book looks at ways of improving your nails appearance naturally. A friendly, info-packed reference guide that is a must for anyone concerned about the appearance of their nails.

This book was written in an easy, friendly style and the author had obviously done her homework. I had to laugh at her suggestion that everyone can find a little time every ady for their nails - that wonderful premise of every self-improvement guru.

Despite persistant and devoted effort to her suggestions, I was disappointed to find that none of her offerings could help protect my nails against the rigors of real life. I wish other readers better luck.

THIS IS A GREAT BOOK, and I believe everything the author says not because she is my sister-in-law but because I have seen her nails and they are fabulous. Fran Manos is a chef and a gardener and her hands get a lot of abuse. Her nail care regimen clearly works.