One of the main factors that can promote the overall beauty of the hand is having beautifully shaped and shining nails. But, a common problem, which can affect men and women, is brittle nails. Aging, overexposure to water, excessive use of nail polish removers and nail enamels are some of the causes of brittle nails. There are also numerous diseases that can cause brittle nails such as psoriasis, eczema, fungal infections, anemia and lichen planus. So, it’s also important to care for nails. These tips and natural remedies can cure brittle nails and provide you naturally healthy and strong nails too.
1. Healthy Diet
Lack of nutrients in your diet (don’t eat these foods if you want to lose weight) is also the cause of brittle nails.
To get healthy and nails, thick hair and beautiful skin, you should follow a healthy and balanced diet as well as bring about some positive changes in the lifestyle.
Your diet (avoid these 4 diet mistakes) should be high in proteins, vitamins, healthy fats and minerals. Vitamins A, C, D, B vitamins, and E along with iron, folic acid, calcium, zinc, and biotin are a few of the vital nutrients for healthy nails.
2. Moisturize Regularly
Moisturizing regularly is also a good tip to cure brittle nails and get strong nails. After washing your hands, finishing cleaning, taking a bath or washing dishes, you should moisturize your nails and hands by gently applying a nourishing moisturizer. Also, give extra care to your fingers and nails as well. This will help to prevent breakage and keep the nails hydrated.
3. Avoid Nail Polish Removers
Generally speaking, nail polish removers can make the nails dry out and make them vulnerable to breakage and chipping. So, avoid nail polish removers containing acetone and don’t use it more than once or twice a month.
4. Take Vitamin Supplements
Typically, vitamins can help to strengthen the hair strands and nails – which are made of keratin. Thus, you should take multivitamin supplements containing biotin, a vital B vitamin because it can fortify and strengthen your nails. Consuming biotin daily should not exceed around 300 micrograms.
5. Lemon Juice & Olive Oil Soak
Olive oil and lemon juice are extremely vital natural beauty ingredients, which are used widely for various health and skin problems. The mixture of olive oil and lemon juice is also an effective cure for dry brittle nails. Olive oil penetrates the nail cuticles to strengthen and repair the nails while lemon juice helps to fortify damaged and peel nails while ridding the nail surface of ugly yellowish stains and providing it a bright sheen. For this purpose, mix olive oil (3 tbsp) and fresh lemon juice (1 tbsp) and in the microwave, heat the mixture till it’s slightly warm. Then, massage the mixture on each & every nail and after that, soak your fingertips in this mixture for around 20 minutes. Keep it overnight and the next morning, wash your nails.
6. Using Sea Salt Soak
This soak is one of the best cures for brittle nails naturally. This sea salt soak aids in softening the nail cuticles and adding a brilliant shine to your nails. Sea salt contains the minerals that have rejuvenating and healing properties making it a popular addition to baths. For this aim, add smooth grain sea salt (2 tbsp) and four drops each of lemon essential oils and wheat germ oil. Immerse your fingernails and toenails in this solution for fifteen minutes and pat dry. After that, apply a foot cream or a moisturizing on your feet and hands. To get amazing results, follow this natural cure around 2 to 3 times per week.
7. Milk & Egg Yolk Soak
Lack of nutrients such as calcium and protein is one the main reasons for weak and brittle nails. Thankfully, milk and egg yolk are a few of the best natural sources of calcium and protein that helps to fortify the nails. The mixture of milk and egg yolk provides intense moisture to your nails and gives it prevention from splitting and peeling. In addition, it also makes the nails look whiter and brighter than before. You need to mix 1 egg yolk with 2 tbsp of milk and beat well. Then, massage this resulting mixture onto the nails thoroughly. After 20 minutes, clean it off by using lukewarm water.
8. Coconut Oil Massage
As we know, pure coconut oil is a popular remedy for all skin and hair problems. It is also an important natural ingredient for skin and hair care. A combination of curry leaves and coconut oil is an effective remedy for grey hair. In addition, it is the best moisturizer for curing excessively dry skin. Furthermore, coconut oil can work as an awesome moisturizer for your nails and prevent different types of nail infections as well. Last but not least, the oil helps to keep the nails hydrated. The massage, on the other hand, helps to improve blood circulation. All you need to follow is in a vessel, heating some coconut oil and applying this awesome oil on each and every of the nails and gently massaging for five minutes with your fingertips. This process should be done 2 to 3 times daily for best results.
9. Tea Tree Oil Drops
Tea tree oil is a popular natural cure for multiple skin problems thanks to its power antiseptic properties of tea tree oil. It especially has the ability to treat ringworm in humans. In addition, tea tree oil helps to treat brittle nails caused due to fungal infections. Besides, it effectively treats discolored nails. Tea tree oil is strong in nature, so you should use it in diluted form, or mixed with some other oils or water. For this purpose, add tea tree oil (5 to 6 drops) in olive oil (1/2 tablespoon). Thoroughly rub this solution on your nails and wait for half an hour. Use lukewarm water to wash your nails and pat dry. Finally, apply a moisturizing lotion. It is advisable to follow this cure twice a day for 1 month.
So, with these natural home remedies, get rid of brittle nails fast and make them healthy and strong. Don’t forget to share your feedback.
Nina Nguyen Bio:
This guest post is by Nina Nguyen a blogger with many years of experience on searching the best natural home remedies for beauty and health issues.
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