How can I hide my split fingernails?

If you develop split fingernails, there are several types of nail glues and clear polish available. Nail glues do work fine but need a polish to make the texture smooth. There are hundreds of nail polishes and glues. It really makes no difference what you use. It may require a number of applications to make the nail look decent.

There is zero evidence that split fingernails are due to lack of vitamins or minerals in the diet. So please do not buy herbs and nutrients to supplement your diet. If you feel that you need more vitamins in your diet, just buy some decent fruit. Eating fresh fruit is better, safer, and more delicious than any health supplement. It is also cheaper.

What home care remedies can I use to prevent splint fingernails?

If you are continually washing dishes or work in an environment where your hands are in constant contact with water, wear some type of rubber gloves. These gloves do not have to be sterile and any gloves will do as long as they prevent water contact. Be careful of latex allergy and buy latex free gloves.

If you love to soak your body in warm water or have long baths, be aware that this can also lead to split fingernails. So cut down the time spent in water.

Do not use nail polish remover more than 1-2 times every 4 weeks. If you do have a habit of changing nail polish every week, then buy a nail polish remover without acetone or other organic solvents. These non-organic removers do not work great but you will not develop split fingernails.

If you have split fingernails and love manicures, then you are out of luck. Manicurist and technicians at spas use a wide variety of chemicals that damage nails. So limit the number of manicures you have.

Get in the habit of using a moisturizing cream on your hands and nails at least twice a day and every time you wash your hands. Do not believe the hog wash by beauticians and other health care workers who tell you to buy expensive creams containing vitamin, minerals, herbs, tea extracts and so on. All these products do nothing and are expensive. Just use a simply moisturizer without fragrance. Baby oil is as good as anything out on the market. In addition, maintain good nail hygiene and keep your nails trimmed

Why do I have split fingernails?

Split fingernails are not a sign of any mineral, vitamin or nutritional deficiency. So the first thing consumer should do is stop wasting their money buying crap health supplements which do nothing for your nails. Today, many health supplement manufacturers make outrageous claims about split finger nails- most are simply taking from their rear end.

In most cases, split fingernails are due to repetitive trauma of nails or prolonged contact with water. Individuals who continually wash dishes or are involved in occupations with water often develop split fingernails. In North America, a common cause of split fingernails is excess use of nail polish removers that contain solvents like acetone. Acetone can destroy heavy metal so just imagine what it can do to your fragile nails.

To prevent split fingernails be gentle with your nails. There is no zero need to see a professional nail therapist or a health care worker. Split fingernails can be managed by simple home care remedies