What's a Great Nail Hardener?

Question

I'm looking for something that will give me a thick, hard coat. Thanks :)

Answer 1

There are several brands on the market. Sally Hanson is one I can think of off hand. The key to great nails is a continuing process, though, not just a product. There is more, but here is a start:

First, put a drop of olive oil on the cuticles every night, and gently massage it in.
Second, put a Base Coat on under your polish. Then apply as many coats of polish as you need, for the look you want.
Third, apply a Top Coat over the polish.
Fourth, put a fresh Top Coat on each evening before you use the olive oil. All of these polishes must be from the same brand, in order for them to work. Or they will just chip off.
Remove your nail polish weekly, even if you are going to put the same color back on. Don't let your polish chip. If it does, then remove the old polish right away, and re-apply it. Don't remove old polish by chipping it with your other nails or a tool. Only remove old polish with polish remover. When polish chips off, some of the fingernail chips off with it, making your nail thinner and more fragile. Use gloves when washing dishes, your nails absorb water, softening them if you don't. Even if you use a nail hardener, your nails will eventually break. That is nature. Good health, and good nutrition are vital to healthy hair and nails, as well.

Answer 2

My favourite nail hardener is Mavala Diamond Hard Nails from Sweden. It's hard to find and expensive, but a small bottle lasts a long time. Unlike other hardeners, it doesn't sit on top of your nails, it soaks in and makes the nail hard and strong. You only need to use it twice a week for the first month then once a week after that.

Answer 3

I like OPI nail hardener. Although I do agree to use the same product line, I'm just not so sure about the olive oil ritual. Start taking a multi-vitamin, if you're already taking one, use take a vitamin specifically made for hair and nails.

Answer 4

· Drinking milk is good, as it contains calcium

· Some people advise to take prenatal vitamins for hair and nail growth

· Proper diet with green leafy vegetables, nuts, dried fruits and fruits would also help nail growth

· Massage your nails with olive oil.