DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 24 -- WHITENING your nails can be done with simple, natural ingredients from your kitchen.

Here are some effective methods: Buff away stains: Gently buff your nails using the fine side of a buffing block, working in an X-pattern.

Limit to 6 strokes per nail. Soak in hydrogen peroxide: Mix equal parts water and hydrogen peroxide. Soak your nails for 15 minutes daily.

Use almond or coconut oil to prevent dryness if used for more than 3-4 days. Try tea tree oil: Apply a few drops of tea tree oil to your nails and let it absorb.

Rinse after 5-10 minutes or leave on all day. Repeat for several weeks. Citrus oils like lemon or grapefruit can also be used.

Apply strawberries: Rub a cut strawberry on your nails for 5-10 ...