Is manicure necessary

 Thinking whether a manicure is necessary? It depends on your nails, lifestyle, and how much care you give them.

When manicure really makes sense

A manicure isn’t just for fancy nails. It helps:

• Clean off dead skin and dirt under nails.
  
  
• Smooth rough skin on hands and soften cuticles good if your hands often get dry or work a lot.
  
  
• Give you a bit of self-care and a break: a hand massage and a polish session can refresh you mind and hands both feel better.
  
  

Here’s when I think manicure is most worth it:

• You work with water or chemicals a lot (like doing dishes, cleaning)
  
  
• Your nails or cuticles get dry, rough or cracked
  
  
• You like neat, polished nails without much effort
  
  
• You want a little “me-time” a break from routine
  
  

Quick checklist: When you might skip the manicure

• Your nails are healthy: smooth, strong, modest length
  
  
• You moisturise hands and cuticles regularly
  
  
• You don’t mind plain nails or simple buffed finish
  
  
• You want to save money or avoid salon chemicals
  
  

Here’s a small real-life example

My colleague Priya hates spending time in salons. But during winters, her hands used to become dry and nails brittle. She started doing simple home care (moisturizer, gentle nail-file, cuticle oil). Now once in 3–4 months she gets a basic manicure and otherwise leaves nails natural. Her nails look neat and she saved money and chemical exposure. That worked for her.

So yes — manicure can be useful, but it isn’t always “necessary”.

FAQ

Q: If I don’t get manicures, will my nails suffer?
A: Not necessarily. If you maintain nails at home (trim/file, moisturise), they’ll stay fine.

Q: Is one manicure per month required?
A: Only if your nails get rough, brittle or you use water or chemicals often. Otherwise once every few months or when you feel is OK.

Q: Can I do manicure at home instead of salon?
A: Yes. Simple steps clean, file, moisturise keep nails healthy and costs low.