Everyday work from home requires special discipline, but it's worth it: Anyone who pays attention to a relaxed business casual look and well-groomed hands when working from home feels comfortable and, according to studies, is correspondingly productive. Our nail designer Stefanie recommends that you pay attention to your nails at home so that you are always ready for a video conference or to open the door for the delivery person. The advantage of working in the home office is obvious, because you can choose a nail design that gives you a well-groomed appearance and is not overly complicated or impractical.
Expert tips for beautiful hands and nails in the home office
Our nail designer Stefanie answers us five questions about the perfect nails in the home office. The expert tells you why you should pay attention to beautiful nails at home and which products you can use to easily ensure a well-groomed appearance.
Why are well-groomed hands important in the home office?
Nail designer Stefanie: Well-groomed hands are simply important for a good body feeling - for many people, rituals offer a bit of normality, which also includes caring for hands and nails. This is particularly important when working from home, for example in Corona times. And for everyone else who often works at home, it's worth investing time in a good manicure to feel good.
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Which nail design do you recommend for the home office?
Nail designer Stefanie: If you dare, you can order sets for gel nails online - you can also rework existing gel nails or create new ones if you can't go to the studio. This is important for many customers with problem nails because they have chosen artificial nails because of their durability and stabilization - of course they don't want to be without them in the home office. Of course, the easiest way is to paint your nails with regular nail polish . Anyone can actually do this very easily at home. During the Corona shutdown, I chose colors that I wouldn't otherwise wear - simply to put you in a good mood, feel good and do something out of the ordinary that you might not otherwise do.
How do I ensure the durability of my nail design?
Nail designer Stefanie: I generally recommend using rubber gloves when cleaning and working with harsh cleaning agents. Top coat can be used for scratches and when artificial nails are growing out. The nails should also be worn a little shorter to avoid injuries and tears. Important: Never clip or cut gel nails, always file them, otherwise they can chip!
Do you have an insider tip for beautiful hands and nails at home?
Nail designer Stefanie: I think this time is ideal for hand peelings and hand masks - you can mix these care products yourself at home with natural ingredients or opt for professional versions such as wax baths that leave skin soft to the touch . Treating yourself to a little time out ensures your well-being - you should also pay attention to this when working from home.
What can you do to ensure long-lasting beautiful nails in the home office?
Nail designer Stefanie: In order to enjoy your brilliant nail polish colors flawlessly for as long as possible, I strongly recommend avoiding frequent contact with water and harsh cleaning agents - for example when cleaning. When carrying out these activities, it is better to use household gloves that protect your skin and nails equally.
Home Office: The perfect color for nail design
This is what our nail designer 👩🎨 Steffi says:
“In the home office you can basically wear all colors on your nails that would also be wearable in the local office.” 💅
However, you can also opt for slightly stronger colors than you normally wear, as during video conferences, for example, the colors tend to be "swallowed" by the monitors and therefore don't look as extreme. Nevertheless, our nail designer recommends an elegant look that is not too unusual - particularly eye-catching colors and nail art can also look inappropriate in the home office.
This is what our nail designer 💅 Steffi recommends:
“Anyone who wears red nails can of course also do so in the home office. In general, however, nude tones , from gray to mauve to beige, as well as classic nail designs, such as theFrench manicure and baby boomer , are popular.”
These colors look elegant and well-groomed, and they are suitable for any outfit, from casual to business casual to evening wear. If you suddenly have to go to the office or to a face-to-face meeting, you are always well prepared.
Shape & length for your nails in the home office
“ Like the colors, you can best choose the shape and length so that you would cut a good figure in the office. “ 💅
To avoid injuries and be able to type well on a laptop, shorter nails are an advantage. Very long stiletto or coffin nails, on the other hand, are often impractical and difficult to care for, as something can quickly break or tear.
Top 5: Equipment for your home office nails
For your perfect nails while doing office work at home, our expert recommends the right accessories with which you can easily and effectively care for your nails.
“A sensible file is the be-all and end-all for perfect nails in the office at home,” says our expert.
Choose a high-quality file that offers both a fine and a coarser side. You use the fine side to shape the nails on your hands, especially if they are particularly soft or brittle. The coarser side is suitable for pedicures and to shorten longer or harder nails. Expert tip: Many nail files have sharp edges due to production, which you should deburr before using for the first time to avoid injuries. To do this, the edges of the files are sanded down using, for example, an old file.
With these soft sticks you can gently push back your cuticles and prepare your nail.
“ Nail care oil and cuticle remover are indispensable equipment for me because they allow you to take great care of your nails,” says our nail designer.
If you decide to have a paint-free period while working from home, your nails will have the perfect care base.
“I rely on rich hand cream because you should care for your hands more than usual, especially through frequent hand washing or disinfecting, etc.,” says our expert.
Therefore, make sure to apply lotion to your hands regularly, even when working from home.
- Your favorite nail polish
Choose a nail polish that you really like, so you will always look good in the home office.
“For me, top coat, base coat and care polish to stabilize the nail are also part of my repertoire for beautiful home office nails, because they provide shine and stability,” says our nail designer.
