Nail Care Routine: Longer, Stronger, Brighter Nails!

[@NikkiHarmoni]

I appreciate the fact that you get straight to the details. Very well done!

[@eowyneadig7879]

Nikki Harmoni me too! I get tired and change videos if the girl goes blah blah blah blah about random crap.

[@Ejkmd]

So it's been a few months now since I saw this video and ordered everything I didn't already have and my nails now are 3/4 the length of yours now and STRONG, white and no more peels!! I really can't thank this video enough.. The main thing out of all these that made a huge difference were the nailtiques, keeping cuticles and nails moisturised and the crystal file. Also by letting the nails breathe overnight polish free and moisturised is a must. Thank you again!

[@christinekobzeff]

Thank you! Depends on what topcoat you're using. I always use Seche Vite which they recommend applying it over wet nail polish for best results.

[@Ejkmd]

Just still so amazed by my nails and thank you for posting this video. I got almost everything from your list about a year ago and once that old weak damaged nail bed finally all grew out, my nails have never been so white long and strong I just stare at them lol I'm obsessed. If I stop this regime though peeling and breaking will occur so it is important to keep nails nourished that I've learned. Key products for me are the nailtiques formula 2 and the cnd oil or coconut oil or argan. Any oil to moisturise. Thank you again Christine xx

[@veronicasmith5468]

Christine always puts time and effort in her videos just so it makes it easier for us I honestly love the fact that she just spends time & puts quality in her videos, you can't find that anywhere nowadays. Thank you (:

[@christinekobzeff]

Oh and cost wise, it actually balances out to be fairly affordable because all of my oils double as my hair care products as well. Supplies like the hydrogen peroxide and baking soda are dirt cheap. The Burt's bees cuticle cream lasts forever. The most expensive item is the Nailtiques which last quite a long time as well.

[@christinekobzeff]

Oh polka dots are my fave too! Yeah we plan to keep Maui as our home for a long time. Of course we like to travel too but we enjoy coming home to the warmth of Hawaii.

[@christinekobzeff]

Holy crap!! Star struck! I've been watching your videos forever, love them and you! Much love & huge hugs dahling ;)

[@MichelleJ817]

Great video with great tips, thanks :) Side note, Tip for any ladies who have tried the baking soda and hydro peroxide and find it to be a little too harsh or drying for your nails, lemon will also brighten and whiten your nails, so soaking just rub a lemon over and under your nails and it works just as great as the baking soda and hydro peroxide treatment

[@kathymurphy6683]

Lemon juice is not strong enough, and I find it is very drying as well. Part of my problem is that my nails peel. When I garden the nails actually allow some dirt to get in between layers and the only thing that helps is cutting and filing, then I soak in a clorox and water solution. If anyone has a remedy for the peeling, I would really appreciate it!!!

[@laceyunderall22]

Thank you for such a detailed, informative video. I picked up so much valuable information, and I know I will rewatch this many times. You are so generous with your time to make clear, high quality videos that your subbies can enjoy. I, for one, am so grateful. Take care, Christine! Aloha, K.

[@quincywho]

i like you best out of all gurus because you're not conceited and you don't brag. you're really down to earth and you get straight to the point and are really helpful. never stop making videos!

[@christinekobzeff]

About every 3-4 days, I really enjoy changing up the color plus I like to give my nails a break as often as possible. :)

[@slumberlite]

Great video! I used to use the Burt's Bees cuticle butter, but for the past 3 months I've been using Badger cuticle treatment. It comes in a little tin. It's all natural and organic. My hands and nails got really ratty in April when I moved into a new house (from all the packing and cleaning). I found the Badger treatment really healing. I really love it.

[@christinekobzeff]

Aww Thank you!! I'm so glad you liked it!

[@christinekobzeff]

Thanks! Definitely, the CND Solar oil makes an excellent oil treatment all by itself. I just mix oils sometimes since I already have them, I use them on my hair and skin as well. The virgin coconut oil is totally okay to heat, it won't change the nutrients or natural scent. xo

[@christinekobzeff]

Thanks! Actually they stay pretty well maintained just from doing the oil treatments, it softens the cuticles and massaging the oils in, pushes back the cuticle without much effort at all. xoxo

[@TheUbiquitousDrChassen]

I've just gotten into caring for my nails and I was on youtube browsing for a video to show me step by step how to do just that and I'm thankful for you and your video. Your video was very helpful and thorough and I will be purchasing the products you have listed. Thanks =)

[@JessicaRobinS]

Damn that's a lot of steps... but your nails are GORGEOUS!!!

[@christinekobzeff]

I believe they make it in multiple sizes which are all packaged differently. I have the 2.3 oz which comes in this globe shape bottle. Definitely checkout the CND website to see what they offer.

[@RashowRushow]

Your nails are so so gorgeous. I used to be a nail biter, but then I watched your video for the first time about a year ago and was envious and stopped! Now my nails are gorgeous too:)

[@christinekobzeff]

Some nail strengtheners are definitely thicker than others, if using a thick one I'd make that my base coat. But it also depends on how it performs as a base coat. I love my Nailtiques Formula 2 but when used alone I don't think it makes the best base coat. Also it dries quite thin, so it doesn't interfere with the thickness of the overall manicure. :)

[@kathrynteal23]

this video is fabulous and I love it. Because of you, I bought a mini size of Zoya's remove + and so far, I love it. I may have been converted. Also I'm dying to get my hands on some of that 100% Pure body lotion and scrub. You're my favorite beauty person on KZbin right now. Keep being awesome and wonderful Christine!

[@Tatiannamania]

Wow girl you are a nail pro!!! I really loved the trick with baking soda, didn't know about this one before. I've been using Zoya since I found out about it from you and I love it.

[@Quirli100]

Thank you so much - I love how much effort you put in your videos. You always talk about basics and then show what you actually do. Keep up the great work!

[@T.R.P25]

Thank you Christine. I really liked your video, very helpful. Love to care about my nails and hands, too. Don't have Burt's Bees in Italy but managed to find a retailer online a while ago. I'm in love with their products! they work amazingly and smell great; not cheap products because they are imported from the US, so every time I use them, I feel it's a wonderful treat. xxx

[@christinekobzeff]

I consider it to be in a category all it's own, a nail strengthener. I prefer to apply it under my base coat, I have tried using it in place of my base coat but my nail polish doesn't last as long that way. :)

[@Kessie4102]

I've been watching many of your videos since aaccidentally stumbling onto your channel. My son and his family live in Lahaina and the fact that you live on Maui too was what initially attracted me to your channel. I'll keep watching because of your matter of fact approach and down to earth attitude...keeping it real. Thank you!! Oh, and I'm learning things too! :)

[@christinekobzeff]

I've been taking Biotin only for a couple months, I've noticed subtle results so far, I plan to keep taking it and see how it works. I've only tried two Nutra Nail Products, both from their "Naturals" line, the growth serum and I picked up their strengthener with bamboo extracts, still testing that one. I can't speak for how their regular line performs but this Naturals growth serum is a must have for me. Also you might want to give Nailtiques Formula 2 a try. :)

[@frenchiemoni1665]

I use Burts Bees cuticle cream also and I also use a cuticle softener made of almond and avocado oil. Shea butter is also great.

[@CookieH14]

I have learned so much from your tutorial. After two months, my nails have become long, strong and beautiful. I never thought my nails would grow like this. Thank you so much!

[@christinekobzeff]

This is actually just all my routines rolled into one video. I do a deep cleaning/brightening scrub once a week, oil treatment twice a week or when I have time. I only file when necessary. Manicure/nail polish routine about every 3 days. :)

[@mariahines4025]

So what kind of nails polish I can use my nails too grow can nailtiques formula will help my nails grow please text me back

[@mariahines4025]

So what kind of nails polish I can use my nails too grow can nailtiques formula will help my nails grow please text me back

[@christinekobzeff]

Great tips, you also just reminded me how finicky my body is lol. I never had food intolerances or allergies until my adult years, weird. I can't eat dairy, most nuts, eggs, fish... Ugh, such a bummer. I use to love salmon too!! Oh man and in Alaska I bet it's amazing!!

[@christinekobzeff]

My pedicures are more simplified, I focus mostly on overall foot care, keeping them soft with lotions and oils, the nails get moisturizing (natural oils/cuticle oil) treatments, then just base coat, nail polish, and topcoat. :)

[@Jessicanana89]

This is the best, most well thought out, most thorough, most well informed, and most organized nail tutorial I've seen. This is truly helpful, and I like that you put the effort into listing everything in the description. Really good quality review. I'll be subscribing for more of these. :>

[@christinekobzeff]

Ah yes, it does take an extra bit of care. I like to paint my nails at a table or vanity, using that flat surface to your advantage can really help your hands stay steady. Keeping your fingers flat on the table, gently roll or tilt each finger slightly from side to side as you're painting. Keep your other hand controlling the brush steady by resting it on the table as well. Hope that helps! :)

[@christinekobzeff]

I tried messaging back but it failed, so I'll answer here. I had totally forgot to mention the things I don't do. I tend to agree with the dermatologists in this regard. I never cut my cuticles and I actually don't put much focus on pushing them back either. But they stay well groomed since I do my oil treatments every week, merely massaging the oil into the nails and cuticles naturally softens the cuticle and keeps them pushed back gently without really having to try. Hope that helps! :)

[@Dishwaterdreams]

Thanks so much for the suggestions! I just quit biting my nails after 30 years about 6 months ago and I need all the nail help I can get!

[@user-ws7ob9rn2x]

love your tips. The nail whitening scrub worked wonders on my nails. I also ordered the Mont Bleu files, they are amazing. I have used nailtiques & seche for years, they keep my nails so long & strong (but I'm bummed they aren't more natural/chemical free), & I am convinced the nailtiques yellows my nails. Glad your whitening scrub did the trick. I love how you use a lot of natural products.

[@sourprincess24]

that brushing thing for nails really helped my nails thank you so much

[@kaybun3452]

Great video ... Thanks for the tips. My nails are always short but I have been growing them out , and they are growing nicely . I will incorporate some of your tips . I love the tip on the baking soda and perioxide. I will definitely do it tonight. So far I love all the videos I have watched.

[@nancypalmierievans6333]

Oh, what gorgeous hands and nails you have! Have you always had strong nails that grow? I'm fascinated! Love this video! Thanks!

[@tabbyzhaks4721]

Lovely makeup

[@judithapoulos]

Fantastic video Christine! Love how you explained everything and showed how you do it. Very detailed ! Thanks so much.

[@karoju82]

"hope you find this video helpful"... Pffft, your videos are always helpful! Always so prepared and professional and classy... Not to mention you are well-spoken. And highly entertaining!!! Okay enough gushing but I love KZbin and never have time to comment enough so it builds up to one big compliment comment :) Cheers, thanks for the vids.

[@A_girlwho_lovespink]

Girls from experience all this stuff works! I'm such a bad nail biter but i committed to her routine every night and my nails grew so long and pretty! All the girls at work were amazed with my nails they thought they were done at a salon. lol i highly recommend her treatments!

[@infinityofsparkles07]

This is one of the best nail care videos I've seen so far

[@LamaAlkassas]

WOW this is the best nail care video I've ever seen! very detailed & direct to the point. That paste you used on your nails works like magic :D wish I had long nails as yours. glad you didn't stay away for long & hope you find a good editing software soon :D

[@cactusbound]

Beautiful nails and hands. My question is, do you ever cut your cuticles? And, how do you feel about this.

[@ItsMissReRe]

Thanks so much for taking the time to do this video. It was very informative & helpful. Love all of your videos!

[@LittleMissTwizzler]

Oh my gosh, your nails are ssooo nice. Your definitely by new nailspiration! I'm gonna start doing this stuff to my hands/nails and hopefully they will turn out as healthy and beautiful as yours!

[@bellarosa009]

Great video!! My nails are a mess! I can't wait to try some of the products you mentioned . Your nails are so long and beautiful.

[@christinekobzeff]

Wow that's awesome! Please share where you found it, and was it the small or large size?

[@missmayflower]

Your nails are so pretty, pink and healthy looking without polish!

[@christinekobzeff]

No, we decided to wait and switch from Windows to a MAC, hopefully soon. So I'm using movie maker still... but very delicately! Poor thing gets upset easily lol.

[@YayaOrchid]

p.s. I also bought the Burts Bees lemon cuticle balm. It also smells wonderful! Thanks for the heads up on these products.

[@christinekobzeff]

Aww thank you!! I'll have to try Lush's Lemony Flutter! I did try OPI Nail Envy for a few months, it was okay but the Nailtiques Formula 2 yielded better results.

[@christinekobzeff]

I've only had gels, once. Didn't like it a bit, plus they damaged my natural nails. I'm much happier with just keeping my natural nails healthy.

[@Mimiisawesome1398]

zoya once had a free offer or a suer cheap offer for 3 nail polishes, i when we got them i was so excited! Zoya is pretty good, id love to have a full collection of them like you!

[@christinekobzeff]

Awesome! Yeah I haven't tried Qtica yet, I'll try that one next! Thanks for the tip!

[@judychapman1868]

Christine, I just added this video to my favorites, you really did a great job showing and explaining nail care, thank you!!! Judy

[@rgsemperfidelis]

Your video on your nail care routine was wonderful! I'm excited to try your nail cleaning paste idea and to use my argan oil...normally my everyday hair routine...for my nails.:) your nails are so beautiful too! Thank u ever so much!!!

[@AngelicJapan]

My God! I can't believe how beautiful your nails are here!

[@simplyholo8452]

Very informative and straight to the point, thank you for not talking for an hour about each product.

[@kittyfox7]

Also another great benefit to Biotin is its good for your digestive system. If you have any bowl issues like IBS or indigestion its good to take. Also ingesting vitamin C in citrus like grapefruits or oranges is good to combat inflammation disorders (I took a lot of vitamin C when I had horrible eczema on my hands). I used coconut oil or bag balm on my hands when I had bad blisters or eczema its amazing.

[@angiem7725]

I always new your nails where natural i have naturally long sleek nails like yours too and i love them! You can tell the oils work their magic! Your cuticles look so mousturized and line free lol cant wait to go get my oils thanks! :)

[@barbr316]

I started a nail treatment about a month ago but I feel that I need more products so,I went to Walgreen today and bought the Nailtiques Formula 2 and yes its a bit pricey. I have thin nails that don't grow so fast so I started taking a supplement for hair,skin and nail and that has help a lot. thanks for sharing tomorrow I'll go get the rest of product you recommend.

[@Soulful_Chaos]

TY! That Nailtiques is the real deal! My first time hearing about it was on here and I bought mine and started using it on the 1st of this month. In a week and a half this stuff has seriously made my nails "Ford Tough"; Not these new Fords, the STEEL BODY Fords from back in the day. HA! I HIGHLY recommend this product too. This is my 3rd time in a span of 2 yrs growing my nails out on their own and I always start biting them again b/c they would split or break, but not with this stuff. It works.

[@canningtonnailsalon]

Wow! Nice nail products and tips. I wanna apply that to my nails. Nice video!

[@christinekobzeff]

In the video I'm just sharing all the products I use and how I use them. However, I don't do all of this at one time. Sometimes I do an oil treatment, other times I'm just painting my nails, once a week I'll do a deep clean, etc. Generally my nail care routines take about 5 minutes or less. A manicure takes me about 15 minutes.

[@ODEY-G0]

Christine you always amaze me with your video's,Im literally sitting on the edge of my seat listening to every word!!...Your such a good teacher and all the products u recommend are always a hit with me! Thank you so much for taking the time to test out all these products! I was wondering if u organize ur nail polishes by seasonal favorites? Im using an old spice rack that I got at value village,painted it white and distressed it,I added a shelf so I would have 4 shelves, one for each season.=)

[@suzykeleher2484]

really learned a lot...thank you! I like how you do your videos and your philosophies and views are really in sync with mine...so glad I found you...doing a great self mani, like you do, would sure save money...for my trips! lol

[@janet798]

Your Crystal File video is no longer available?? That's the one I needed to see!

[@christinekobzeff]

Sorry, I'll have it listed soon lol. Thought I saved it in my email storage but couldn't find it anywhere, I ask them to resend it.

[@m1ssjuicy07]

thanks so much for this video!!! i always notice how long and pretty your nails are, and i have been trying to grow my nails and look after them a bit better so this video is so helpful!! :)

[@juju55488]

we use the same stuff...zoya anchor, seche vite, nailtiques, haven't tried nutri nail - peroxide and baking soda is a good tip..I use burts bee's cuticle creme too- been using glass file for years..have various sizes...love this video...

[@znknilga]

thanks for the tips, i was planing to buy argan oil, so i'm buying it immediately. i think it's also good for skin and hair...you should absolutely try lush lemony flutter cuticle cream. it texture is creamy so applies very easily, smells perfect, and i think the best cuticle moisturizer ever. you can also use it for your elbows, and foot etc, because it moisturizes dry skin perfectly! i apply it every night before going to bed, and wake up with the perfect soft and healthy cuticles

[@YayaOrchid]

I always look forward to all your videos! At your recommendation, I did buy the Burt's Bees Almond Butter. I love it cause it smells SOO good! Thank you so much for sharing all the helpful info on products and beauty tips. :)

[@TheMartyrsMilitia]

Thanks so much for making this! I've been waiting for you to do this video since your Morning til Night video. My nails grow to a reasonable length, but they're weak and peeling and they've become very yellow because of how much I clean. I hope some of your recommendations will work for me. :)

[@HuynhThomas]

The Burt's bees cuticle cream is my Fav !! There's 2 whole foods in my area and one of them carries zoya which is pretty cool .

[@hawaiigirl009]

Thank you Thank you Thank you for this video! I did a treatment and last night (including the peroxide+baking powder cleanse) and my nails look great today!

[@theflossi56]

Your nails are beautiful. My nails are so thin they bend backward easily

[@Pinkshoxme]

Nutra Nails 5 - 7 day growth helps them grow and get strong also help brittle thin nails (:

[@theflossi56]

Thank you I will look for it

[@HarliG]

I have a nail care routine on my channel that describes the nail care routine that has changed my nails for the better!

[@marwaakik]

You can use diamond strength nail polish It worked for me Hope it works for you if you get it

[@minion2268]

Mine too

[@Ejkmd]

Oh and a glass file!!! I got the Leighton sent one and its a nail game changer

[@MrsLavender22]

I’m so happy that I found your channel and subscribe, I love your videos, and I love your personality and sense of humour.....

[@nattcattt]

I am literally in love with your nails! I look up to them and use them as my inspiration. I have been biting them for ever and I always wished I could stop but I just never did and I saw this video an was so motivated! Thankyou so much I'm going to follow all of your advice an hope to have as good of nails as you do some day :)

[@berrynice248]

Have been eagerly anticipating this vid, really loved watching you do your nail care at the end of a couple of day in the life vids you have done. This was so helpful, thank you! I also love the burts bees lemon cuticle cream, and have just purchased the lush lemony flutter to try, also smells beautiful! Might give the nailtiques a go for my peeling. Thank you very much x

[@valeriekelly9775]

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[@calicogirl2]

I would try a using a the base an top coat that she mentions here. The products from Zoya do not have as many chemicals that are drying and cause your nails to split and peel. Also they hold the polish on for longer. usually 4-5 days. Revlon Color Stay works well, but like most polishes they have a lot of chemicals that cause my nails to peel and split as well. As they say you pay for what you get :) I know I too have tried many products, and I am still learning!

[@shehara3844]

Why are you nails so perfect?! 😭 I wish mine looked that healthy! My nails grow so fast, but they are super thin and chip/flake all the time. I need to find a way to strengthen them. Well, your nails are beautiful! Thank you for the video ♥️

[@audreymereu]

Thank you for this informative video. Lately I've been struggling with very damaged nails and this really gave me some great ideas as to how to remedy that. Thanks again!

[@rDinx]

Great video as usual, good tips for whitening nails, I like opi nail envy for strengthening and Leighton Denny brightening treatment, just apply it like a nail,polish.

[@monashafie]

Iam really really love ur vlog , Because u are so honest with ur subscriber , generous in ur information. Thank u so much for helping me to take care of my body and improve my beauty

[@catmama54]

Thank you for doing this video.You have the most beautiful hands and nails ever,they are exquisite.I now wear the the gold duo you wear and just love it.I never wore glitter till I watched your videos and am now addicted. xoCathy

[@dnll2012]

You have the most beautiful natural nails i have ever seen !! have you ever broken any before?

[@elleeclarke-malaykhan5351]

OMG!!! your nails are so beautiful. I love the video and I am going to take your advice and try it and I hope it works on me as well as it did on you. I stop bitting my nails a few weeks ago and I wanna make a diffference and let my nails grow. So love your nailsand keep taking care of them.

[@MrsM01]

OH MY GOSH!! You're nails are fabulous! Thank you for this video!

[@christinekobzeff]

Aww Thanks Cathy!! xoxo

[@xxJenstarxx]

Thank you! I had nice natural nails until i started doing nail art alot and constantly redoing them with out actually caring for the nails/cuticles so i'm in desperate need of help i think this video is going to prove very useful to me so! Thanx again.

[@Evey202]

You have such beautiful healthy nails! I'm gonna try eerything you recommend. My nails are super weak. They chip and crack easily.

[@christinekobzeff]

Thanks Tati! Yeah give the baking soda scrub a try, it instantly brightens and helps keep your nails looking fresh!

[@christinekobzeff]

Last year I tried the OPI Nail Envy for peeling nails, but I didn't get any fantastic results. Their original Nail Envy formula might be better than the one I tried.

[@christinekobzeff]

lol yeah I read in makeupalley reviews not everyone loves it, I have heard good things about Lush's Lemony Flutter Cuticle Cream though, you could try that instead. :)

[@megablessedgram]

Shopping soon for some of your products! Thanks for sharing! Gorgeous nails!