Maintain Your Nails

If you think manicures are for wimps, than Al Capone was a major wuss. That's because the mob boss' hands were anything but "untouchable." Just as Capone understood the importance of well-maintained hands…so should you. After all, your hand is the first thing you offer a prospective client, boss or wife. So with the help of our good freinds at The Grooming Lounge we have come up with some advice to get those claws and paws in order.

Nothing says "crude caveman" more than dirty, shard nails or jagged cuticles.


Geo F. Trumpers Double Sided Nail Brush
US$50

During your shower, push back your cuticles (the skin-like tissue covering the base of the nail) using the back of your thumbnail. This will keep your nails looking clean and your cuticles from getting caught on something and ripping.



Zwilling/J.A. Henckels Combination Nail Cleaner/Cuticle Pusher
US$12

After showering, your nails are soft and easier to trim with a pair of nail clippers. We recommend the "Ultra-Slim Stainless Steel Nail Clipper" by the German knife company, Zwilling. Just don't cut the nail shorter than the tip of the finger.



Zwilling / J.A.Henckels 3-Piece Mens Grooming Kit
US$99

Never bite or pull off hangnails. Doing so will rip your hand's living tissue. Instead, use scissors to clip hangnails, leaving a small angle outward.




Zwilling/J.A. Henckels Combination Cuticle/Nail Scissors
US$25

And remember, nails need moisture just like skin. Rub lotion into your nails when moisturizing your hands. A good time for doing this? Right before bed



Dermalogica Multivitamin Hand & Nail Treatment
US$24

The occasional manicure by a professional will give you nice, even nails that can be easily maintained.