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
- 02. Never skimp on cuticle oil
- 03. Avoid excessive water exposure
- 04. Remember, your nails are not tools
- 05. Soak your nails in oil
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
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
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
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
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.
Written by Urvi Dalal on Mar 13, 2020
Writer, avid reader and hardcore beauty enthusiast is the best way to describe Urvi Dalal. With over 5 years of writing experience in the beauty industry, you can trust her to have the latest skin, hair and makeup tidbits on her fingertips. In her time working as a beauty writer, she has had the opportunity to interact and work closely with a string of dermatologists, makeup artists and hairstylists. All that knowledge exchange, coupled with her flair and love for writing make it possible for her to bring you some authentic yet fun beauty content. When Urvi isn’t working, you’d usually catch her curled up with a big, fat book, drinking a cup of tea or practising her makeup skills; there is no in-between!