April 3, 2024
Just like your skin, your nails need moisture to stay healthy and flexible. Apply a hand cream with lanolin or shea butter a few times a day, paying attention to your cuticles.
Protect your hands and nails from harsh chemicals and cleaning products by wearing gloves when doing dishes, cleaning, or gardening.
Eating a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains will provide your nails with the nutrients they need to grow strong and healthy. Biotin, a B vitamin, is especially important for nail health. You can find biotin in foods like eggs, nuts, and salmon.
This includes filing your nails regularly to keep them even, avoiding picking at your cuticles, and getting regular manicures (if you choose to).
If your nails are weak or brittle, you can try using a nail strengthener. Look for a product that contains keratin or protein.
Constantly wearing nail polish can weaken your nails. Take a break from polish every few weeks to let your nails breathe.
If you don't have time for a manicure or don't like the look of artificial nails, you can still have beautiful nails. Simply keep them clean, filed, and moisturized.