There are very few things in life that are as painful as witnessing a nail that you so painstakingly grew, chip or break. This is something that happens to each one of us every once in a while.

However, if you have weak and brittle nails, you probably find yourself dealing with the chipping and breakage way too often. But fret not, ’cause we have some useful tips up our sleeves that will definitely help improve the health of your nails over time. Wanna know what they are? Scroll down to find out.

 

01. Drink lots of water

01.	Drink lots of water

If you want your skin, hair and nails to be healthy, then you definitely need to increase your water intake. One of the main reasons your nails become dry and brittle is because of lack of hydration. When you drink water, your help your nails and cuticles to retain moisture and remain in their optimal health.

 

02. Never skimp on cuticle oil

02.	Never skimp on cuticle oil

This is one of the most overlooked beauty items ever. We just cannot stress enough on the importance of having a bottle of cuticle oil on your beauty shelf. Just like your skin, your nails too require additional nourishment to stay strong and healthy, and cuticle oil helps do just that. You will definitely see a major improvement in your nail health once you start using cuticle oil regularly.

 

03. Avoid excessive water exposure

03.	Avoid excessive water exposure

While it is impossible to avoid water contact completely, it is important to limit the amount of time your nails remain immersed in water. One simple way to ensure this is by wearing gloves when you’re washing dishes. This simple trick will not only limit water exposure, but will also prevent damage caused by harsh soaps and detergents.

 

04. Remember, your nails are not tools

04.	Remember, your nails are not tools

One of the most common ways to weaken your nails is to use them as tools while opening soda cans or scratching off stickers. This seemingly harmless act ends up putting a lot of pressure on the weakest part of your nails, ultimately leading to breakage and splitting.

 

05. Soak your nails in oil

05.	Soak your nails in oil

Soaking your nails in oil is a great way to nourish and moisturise them. All you have to do is soak each hand in one tablespoon of either olive, argan, coconut, castor or vitamin E oil for about 10 minutes and massage your nails and cuticles. Doing this regularly will definitely improve the health of your nails overtime.