08 HEALTHY NAIL CARE TIPS

Wear Gloves: An easy way to protect your nails from too much moisture or harsh chemicals is to wear gloves when you're washing dishes or mopping. Choose latex gloves with cotton lining, so you'll sweat less.

Biotin Supplements: Some small studies show that taking a daily dose of biotin can make nails thicker and stronger. High amounts can change certain test results or affect epilepsy medications. Check with your doctor to see if you can use biotin.

Avoid using artificial nails: Acrylic nails, the kind that technicians glue onto your natural nails, can cause a lot of damage. The nail technician must file the surface down for them to stick, which causes the nail to thin. The chemicals in the glue make your nails weaker. Avoid this beauty routine if you are dealing with brittle nails.

Eat more protein: When you get enough protein, it increases the amount of keratin your body makes. Keratin is a protein that helps build hair and nails and makes them stronger. To find out how many grams of protein you need a day, multiply your weight in pounds by 0.36.

Keep nails short: Trim and file your nails regularly to avoid scratching and repair cracks. You should cut them straight with sharp nail clippers or nail scissors. File them into a small curve at the end.

Protector with nail polish: Some polishes contain nylon fibers that can strengthen your nails and keep them from chipping or splitting. Try applying it once a week, but avoid using acetone-based cleaners as they will lose their effectiveness, which can damage your nails.

Apply lotion: Lotions with alpha-hydroxy acids or lanolin can be helpful for brittle nails caused by dry conditions. Soak nails in water for 5 minutes before painting.

Don't use your nails as a tool: Do you like using your nails to open soda cans or other containers? Let it rest. Instead, use other objects to do those tasks.