Research shows about a third of men get manicures, and the New York Times recently reported they are increasingly comfortable with color; for example, navy blue or gray on the toes.  

Jessica Aki, head of the Cosmetology department at Honolulu Community College recommends nail care right after doing the dishes, or after a shower when the skin is moist.  Apply regular olive oil especially to the cuticle and nail plate.  Doing your own manicure, use alcohol to clean off the nail, then apply a clear coat over the surface and over the tip of the nail to protect the edge.  Professor Aki says, nutritionally,  the best thing you can do is drink a lot of water---hydrate, hydrate hydrate, because the hair and nails are the last organs to get nutrients.  Ultimately, look at the nails around you, heredity plays a big role in how your nails are going to look.  If you have trouble dealing with a specialty manicure, Dexter Do of The Nailery, recommends getting an escort.  Other up and coming trends:  pointed nails, clear nails, and sculpted, scalloped tips.

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