Beliefs that "cutting nails at night brings bad luck" are still widespread in society. This idea is particularly strongly preserved among the older generation and is passed down from generation to generation.
Medianews.az reports, referencing Musavat.com, that the roots of these beliefs go back to ancient times. In eras without electricity, people performed their daily tasks under dim light at night, which could cause various injuries. Cutting nails was especially considered risky – cases of finger injury occurred frequently.
Moreover, among the people, the notion has developed that cutting nails at night causes the household’s prosperity to leave. This is viewed more as a symbolic approach and is not based on concrete scientific evidence.
On the other hand, some beliefs claim that mystical forces are more active at night. For this reason, cutting any part of the body – including nails – is interpreted as "attracting bad energy."
Experts state that such opinions mostly belong to folklore and tradition. In the modern era, since there is sufficient light and hygienic conditions, there is no real danger in cutting nails at night.