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Manicure is no more only the domain of grown-up women, children especially creative kids are also relishing the chance of having their nails adorned. Indeed, whether due to a holiday, the need to express oneself, or for fun, children are always in love with painting or decorating their nails with striking colors, and themes. On the other hand, for other children, such as those suffering from eczema, psoriasis, or other skin sensitivities, the procedure can at times bring about dangers of irritation and discomfort. At Malvern Nailsalon in Villanova, we know how important it is to be sensitive to the safety and comfort of young clients with sensitive skin when doing nails, and therefore, we take it upon ourselves to guarantee not only fun provided while doing the nail arts but also safe and gentle nails art experience at every occasion.
This article looks into examining the realm of child-friendly gentle nail art for kids suffering either eczema, psoriasis or other such forms of sensitive skin. We will tell you about the nail art ideas and approaches that are both entertaining and safe, about the skin friendly techniques out there and do keep the child invested in the process. In addition, we will provide a buying guide in regard to non toxic and skin friendly doodads, all in a bid to make sure your kid's nail art session ends up being as enjoyable as it is fully secured.
The problem of sensitive skin in children is common problem including those suffering from eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis. These conditions make the skin to be sensitive and when exposed to any outside Factors such as Use of chemical products and nail art, such children are prone to skin irritation, inflammation, and excessive itchiness.
According to researchers, in the case of young children, eczema takes center stage when it comes to skin issues as one in five in children is likely to suffer from it. Patches with itchy and dry skin that may heat up and get irritated as a result are affected by this condition. Psoriasis is another bare exception since children can as well endure it in addition to the nails and the skin around them, this condition is not prevalent among children. In simple terms, it appears like skin disorders characterized by flaky skin that would upset children and cause them not to be able to take certain items or carry out some procedures.
Hence, choosing the right nail products, tools, and techniques is key to prevent flare and skin irritation. Villanova’s Nailsalon Malvern guarantees gentle contribution to children nail art while making sure children’s skin is safe and gentle, so that kids’ nail art won’t only be cute but also fun.
If your child struggles with nail art due to sensitivity, at Malvern Nailsalon we can help you co design a creative and fun idea that gently works around the skin surrounding the nails without causing irritability. The following are some designs that we have used to create fun nail art on children’s nails that are not overbearing.
Dot designs are often regarded as my favourite type of art purely based on how versatile it is for people and the level of complexity it offers around the cuticles. Moreover, applying dots softly can create a cute balanced art piece with no use of advanced techniques. This is completely safe as we avoid using strong tools and polishes that might interact with sensitive areas.
Our polishes are safe with sensitive skin as we use water based polishes free from chemicals present in traditional polishes such as formaldehyde and toluene. This makes them absolutely great for kids!
Kids who love pets can moisten their imagination by encapsulating animal faces on their nail art. Nail paints which are soft and anti allogenic can sustain sketches of bunny, cat or even bear on their nails. This design can be simplified further such that only one nail is adorned with the face of their pet or pet’s paws are painted providing a playful aspect to the design. This is also a good design to apply on kids with eczema as it doesn’t focus on the sides of the nail and targets the surfaces instead thereby unable to turn red due to irritation around the cuticle.
Glitter may in some instances irritate the skin of a child, especially one with a seam on, hence designed glitter free nails with stripes that end up being more attractive at the tips and children with sensitive skin can use it. Starting with bright stripes we can draw in different angles as it helps to bring a lively tone to the overall appearance. The color of the stripes can either be non transparent solid colors or can be in soft pastel forms as liked by the child. It is an excellent, easy, simple and good to wear design that suits children with delicate skin.
Watermelon slice designs, cherry blossoms, or even a mix of strawberries painted on the nails make for a cute fruity mix perfect for summer, sprucing up any outfit and activity. With floral designs, kids who want to add a bit of creativity to their fingers can do so without looking too loud. Such artwork is fairly simple as it involves just a few colors and little to no sparkly attachments. Further, as accent around the cuticles can be sensitive, if needed, placing the artwork around the nail can be used in case the child does not want to feel bothered while still maintaining the comfort level.
Heart and star cut-outs for nail art are a timeless classic and a fan-favorite and can be repurposed in styling different nails. Light pink, purple or blue heart cut outs are quite cute and suit children with sensitive skin. Stars on the other hand can be put on using stencils in order to cut off the messy side of the application and still sticking to using glitter free shades. These patterns are good for children who are looking for a more minimal yet sweet look without the harsh use of gel polish and other strong products.
The art of making nail designs for kids or children is appropriate for their skin and does not irritate them is in perfect application of the appropriate materials, processes and tools. Here's how to achieve a safe and fun nail artwork for children who have sensitive skin:
A must consideration while selecting nail polish is picking ones that are hypoallergenic namely for children with sensitive fuss prone fussy
skin
This is one of the most effective tactics to employ as the primary order of business when considering if a particular child has a dislike towards, if possible, try this method or absolute last resort; a child with unusually sensitive and fussy skin, especially any part of the body, should not be forced to endure polishes that witch imbue formaldehyde, toluene, or phthalates which can lead to an outburst or in some cases rashes making the entire nail polish experience impossible for both the child and the adult applying it, in the ideal scenario if the child possesses the allergies mentioned earlier then it would be more beneficial to use water based or hypoallergenic varieties as not only are they made for sensitive skin but are also free of all forms of harmful substances , at Malvern Nailsalon in Villanova My child has polish that compliments their sensitive skin instead of causing further irritation while the sabre remains beautifully adorned.
Gentleness may be highlighted as an imperative requirement during the application of nail art, particularly because it makes use of tools against the skin around the cuticles and other regions. Refrain from harshly pushing back the cuticles or trimming them using tools that may irritate or injure the skin. Use softer methods and tools instead. For instance, orange sticks or silicone-tipped pushers can be used very gently to ensure that the nail area is cleaned but without disturbing the sensitive skin.
Furthermore, try to remove the rhinestones or charms attached to the nails using nail glue or any strong adhesive because children often have sensitive skin and these glues can irritate them. Instead, try opting nail stickers which can comfortable good on children's sensitive skin as they are easy to apply and remove.
While most kids enjoy fancy nail art with embellishments and glitter, some of them tend to be rough on their sensitive skin. Cuticles, for example, may get irritated from the use of glitter since it isn’t sealed properly and crammed decorations like small rhinestones may cause friction. For kids with eczema or sensitive skin, designs that use glitter or intricate small parts are not advisable. Rather, one should consider simple and smooth designs with vivid colors or easy stickers to apply and remove.
Longer nails would long expose the cuticle area becomes a pressure point increasing the chances of irritation which is why shorter nail should be maintained, particularly for kids with sensitive skin. It is more comfortable and cleaner if the nails are short and well-trimmed in terms of nail art so that there is less probability of discomfort along the lines of friction. To add to the advantages, it is also less probable for the shorter nails to scratch or chip hence greater comfort and longevity for the designs.
Using nail art in the first place is no easy feat, and so when it becomes time to remove the nail art, one should be gentle with the process as well. Instead of using harsh nail polish removers, opt for oils or creams that won’t dry out the skin. Achieve this by Soaking a cotton ball in such gentle removers and gently scrubbing it against the scraped nail art while making sure to pat the skin around it with attention.
When doing any sort of nail art, especially for someone as sensitive as a child, it is important that the sensations which come along with it do not make the process more painful than it needs to be. Some fo the common techniques are as follows:
Even children with sensitive skin can enjoy nail art, the key is not to overdo it. At Malvern Nailsalon, Villanova, nail art done for children is done in such a way that it does not harm the child, its target audience. Use of non-toxic, hypoallergenic products, and a mild application of the polish makes sure that no side effects are caused due to it.
Now even children with skin allergies can get nail art done in a matter of seconds, whether it be polka dots, animal faces or colorful stripes, so now there is no need to worry about the irritation. Our goal is to enable as many children as possible to live the experience of art without causing damage to delicate skin and nails. For tasteful nail art that your kid will surely enjoy, do stop by
Malvern Nailsalon, which promises a friendly atmosphere and exciting experience.
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