My fingernails are extremely brittle.. Any help?

Question

I've recently started growing my fingernails out, as opposed to biting them. They're extremely brittle, and break/crack/chip quite often. is there anything I can do without spending a load of cash?

I also have a spot of extremely dry skin on my forehead.. I've tried everything to get it to go away, but can't seem to make it go! Anyone know any tricks?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Exposure to water (frequent hand washing, doing dishes, etc.) will dry out nails and cause peeling. The water rinses away natural oils and the nail absorbs some water causing the nail layers to expand. As the water evaporates, the nail layers contract leading to peeling. (like paint exposed to the elements) and brittleness.

My nails used to peel constantly so I stopped using a nail clipper and only use a nail file to shape and shorten them. I also started protecting my nails with thicker moisturizers.

I read somewhere that nail clippers can cause the layers of the nail to separate and filing is the best way to go.

I started with Revlon's disposable files made for weak nails. File in one direction only. Start on one side and file towards the middle, then go to the other side and file towards the middle of your nail. Smooth the nail into a squoval that mirrors you cuticle or the shape of the white part of your nail bed.

Finish the edges of the nail with a hindo stone, a smooth ceramic/stone nail file or the finest grit nail file you can find. You want to make the edges really smooth.

Revlon makes a tool that should work. It is a pink half moon shape and you can run it under/across the nail from side to middle.

(I have an old hindo stone but haven't been able to find a replacement at a local store. The Revlon tool might be easier for you to find.)

Also, avoid using metal nail files. I recommend using disposable nail files and changing them frequently. The fresher the grit, the less the drag which leads to tearing and peeling.

Some people swear by glass nail files but they can shatter if dropped.

I also use a cuticle balm or nail oil to moisturize my nails and protect them from water since I wash my hands frequently.
(ex. Solar Oil, OPI Avoplex)

Vit E oil, jojoba oil, Aquaphor Healing Ointment, Vaseline or plain Chapstick will work too.

As for your dry forehead, if moisturizers (like vitamin E cream or jojoba oil) haven't worked then try 1% cortisone cream for a few days.

You can also make a moisturizing mask with mashed avocado & a little honey. The avocado provides some oil & honey is a humectant.

Answer 3

This will sound funny, but it's totally true. Eat cheese, drink milk and chow down on lots and lots and lots of jello. Jello is what I started eating, almost 4 times a week, and only because it's an old wives tale my mom told me about. Anyway, after about 2 months, I've now got long nails that are strong.

Answer 4

There is a vitamin in the pharmacy section just for hair and nails I've noticed a big difference in mine since I started taking it and it's only about $6 for a little over a months worth. Remember that the key to healthier hair, nails, and skin is from the inside not just the outside.

Answer 5

Do you have any ridges or unusual curvings of the nails? If so, I'd suspect nutritional deficiencies.... make sure to get enough calcium, iron and folic acid in your diet.
As for the dry patch of skin..... is it flaky? Silvery in color? I'd suspect psoriasis or eczema. See your Dr for topical meds.

Answer 6

getting ur nails dont isnt alot its like 10$ dollars maybe you could try that or show them ur nails at the salon and tell ask them for some advice since they seem to do nails all day long i think they'll loan you some expert advice :)

Answer 7

otc supplement called biotin- also a multi-vitamin daily- then there is a product you apply to the nail for strengthening- its called nailtiques or you may sometimes find nailtek- it is a protein based polish- use as directed on packaging for best results.

Answer 8

Anemia or thyroid problems Both require simple blood tests to check.

Answer 9

um idont know so what are you doing hold im going to get a cold glass of 5 alive o put some polyurthain on them so what to do a im so bored i wana go home mentally im tired i got do wash see ya.

Answer 10

You can go to Rite-Aid and buy a see-through manicure bottle of NUTRA NAIL Maximum Nail Strengthener. It cured my nails and it'll cure yours. TRUST ME!!!!!!!