Thick, tough toenails—often caused by aging, fungal infections, or circulation changes—can be painful, hard to trim, and prone to ingrown edges. Many people struggle with clippers that slip, split the nail, or simply won’t cut through.
Your Nana likely knew a gentle, time-tested approach that softens and thins nails naturally, making them far easier to manage. Here’s the classic trick—and why it still holds up today.
🌿 Nana’s Trusted Method: Soak + File + Moisturize
1. Warm Epsom Salt Soak (10–15 minutes)
- Fill a basin with warm (not hot) water.
- Add ½ cup Epsom salt (magnesium sulfate).
- Soak feet until nails feel softened and pliable.
Why it works: Epsom salt reduces inflammation, draws out minor infections, and softens keratin—the protein that makes nails hard.
2. Gently File, Don’t Force-Cut
