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Help with fingernails breaking this winter

BetsyDoodle — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 04:19:45 GMT

This winter my fingernails have started breaking off worse than they ever have! I don't know if it is all the below zero temps we have had but enough is enough. Anyone know what I can do to help my fingernails grow? I have tried the pink gel coat from QVC and no matter how long I used it, it didn't work and my nails kept breaking. Suggestions please!!!

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

Another new name Sue — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 04:27:00 GMT

I find my nails are better if I give the cuticles a lot of moisturizing and keep them pushed back (gently). It seems to make a difference in my nails. I rarely polish them. I suppose the cold could have something to do with it.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

TexasMom1 — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 04:35:21 GMT

Hard As Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream has helped my nails immensely. I bought this in the beginning of December after reading about it here. Let me tell you, it WORKS! My nails had been weak and peeling. I had one thumb nail that would never grow long enough for anything. Well, now it is a nice, normal nail that does not peel or split. I massage this cream into my cuticles and nail bed and under the nail. Consistency is the key here. Keep it by my table in the den while watching television or reading, and do this nightly. I also just buff my nails to a natural shine, a couple of times a week. This has helped to remove those annoying ridges you can get (Revlon Crazy Shine Buffer)! I found the cream at Walmart ($5) and the Revlon Buffer at Target ($4 or under).

I now have nails that I have had to trim because of their length! Amazing to me! Don't expect miracles overnight. You have to be consistent. I am now reaching the end of the one ounce jar. I no longer want to mess with manicures, costly and would rather spend my money on clothes (Big Linea fan here). Hope this helps. I can only speak from my experience. Google it and read the other reviews as well.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

BetsyDoodle — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 04:44:32 GMT

On 2/14/2014 TexasMom1 said:
Hard As Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream has helped my nails immensely. I bought this in the beginning of December after reading about it here. Let me tell you, it WORKS! My nails had been weak and peeling. I had one thumb nail that would never grow long enough for anything. Well, now it is a nice, normal nail that does not peel or split. I massage this cream into my cuticles and nail bed and under the nail. Consistency is the key here. Keep it by my table in the den while watching television or reading, and do this nightly. I also just buff my nails to a natural shine, a couple of times a week. This has helped to remove those annoying ridges you can get (Revlon Crazy Shine Buffer)! I found the cream at Walmart ($5) and the Revlon Buffer at Target ($4 or under).

I now have nails that I have had to trim because of their length! Amazing to me! Don't expect miracles overnight. You have to be consistent. I am now reaching the end of the one ounce jar. I no longer want to mess with manicures, costly and would rather spend my money on clothes (Big Linea fan here). Hope this helps. I can only speak from my experience. Google it and read the other reviews as well.

Thanks Texasmom1 I will try it. I know nothing will work overnight, just want something to work and this sounds like it will work for me. Going to Walmart tomorrow, hope my Walmart carries it. Thanks again!!!

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

ANewHue — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 04:48:57 GMT

I find perfect formula the best for me and I've tried many nail products. Only product that allows me a perfect 10 that don't break.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

NanciJ — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 04:54:32 GMT

My physician suggested....of all things....pre-natal vitamins for this! I'm 64 yrs old.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

Kachina624 — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 04:57:20 GMT

It's not the cold; it's the dry heat in buildings. I have the problem and it hasn't been very cold here. Moisturize your nails and cuticles as often as you can with a rich cream or oil.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

FUTURE — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 05:01:28 GMT

Lots of hand cream, or oils. I've also been using Nailtiques formula 2, and it is really working!! Making my nails stronger and they don't peel or break. Been using it fairly regularly for about a month. Hth!

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

Allegedly — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 14:08:27 GMT

My nails are a mess also. They usually are brittle, but they are so fragile right now I am not sure what to do. I do not think a cream is going to cut it. I think I need some type of hardener or other polish that protects the nail.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

AngelPuppy1 — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 14:35:36 GMT

Keep your hands out of water as much as possible. Gloves to do anything! And when you go outside - always wear gloves. Also, try Biotin. I was not convinced of this but my derm told me I must use this and be faithful and persistent as it takes a long time to really see results. I am starting to see the condition of my nails improving. They are no longer chipping, peeling, etc. I am not trying to wear them long, but keeping them very short at this point and not wearing any polish to try to get them in very good shape.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

marky — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 14:58:45 GMT

On 2/14/2014 FUTURE said: Lots of hand cream, or oils. I've also been using Nailtiques formula 2, and it is really working!! Making my nails stronger and they don't peel or break. Been using it fairly regularly for about a month. Hth!

Nailtiques formula 2 is my HG product. I can't be without it. I finally have nails that don't tear on the sides and I only had to wait 54 years !!! LOL

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

Rununculus — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 15:16:03 GMT

Hand cream 2-3x day. Crabtree & Evelyn avocado also their rosewater.

Nailtiques 2. Problem is i'm often too lazy to swipe that on.

But when I do that one-two punch it really works.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

benzgirl — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 15:29:41 GMT

Ever try argon oil? What I have found that I like even better is coconut oil and you can find it in your natural food stores or even WMart. It can be used for everything from cooking to moisturizing your dry hands. Check out all the benefits on-line and I think you will be impressed. HTH.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

Peetie57_1 — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 17:27:27 GMT

I agree with the ladies here on keeping your hands moisturized. I started using Nailtiques Formula 2 plus about a month ago. And all I can say is WOW!!! I had Salon nails for about 20 years and gave that up 3 years ago. I have never had good, strong nails until now! This stuff is AWESOME. After about 3 days my nails were already harder and stronger. Rarely do I have one that breaks, splits, etc. I still can't believe I have nice nails! Good Luck in your search.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

Brunette — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 17:34:43 GMT

On 2/14/2014 TexasMom1 said:
Hard As Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream has helped my nails immensely. I bought this in the beginning of December after reading about it here. Let me tell you, it WORKS! My nails had been weak and peeling. I had one thumb nail that would never grow long enough for anything. Well, now it is a nice, normal nail that does not peel or split. I massage this cream into my cuticles and nail bed and under the nail. Consistency is the key here. Keep it by my table in the den while watching television or reading, and do this nightly. I also just buff my nails to a natural shine, a couple of times a week. This has helped to remove those annoying ridges you can get (Revlon Crazy Shine Buffer)! I found the cream at Walmart ($5) and the Revlon Buffer at Target ($4 or under).

I now have nails that I have had to trim because of their length! Amazing to me! Don't expect miracles overnight. You have to be consistent. I am now reaching the end of the one ounce jar. I no longer want to mess with manicures, costly and would rather spend my money on clothes (Big Linea fan here). Hope this helps. I can only speak from my experience. Google it and read the other reviews as well.

I have to try this. Thanks so much for posting.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

BellaCarro — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 18:23:56 GMT

I found a product at Whole Foods that is incredible and it's about $8. NutraNail, nail growth serum. No nasties in the ingredient deck and it soaks right into your nails. It's Ina Polish like bottle and you brush it on. I couldn't believe how it moisturized my nails after one use. I'm hooked.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

BExplorer — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 18:44:13 GMT

In addition to keeping your hands and nails moisturized with lotions and oils, wearing gloves while washing dishes and cleaning with chemicals, have you considered using SLS (sodium laurel/laureth sulfate) free soaps? SLS strips natural oils. Switching to SLS free products has made the biggest difference in my skin and nails For the first time in years, my fingernails are not splitting, breaking or tearing (I don't use fingernail polish).

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

maestra — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 18:58:28 GMT

I am having success w/Dior Crème Abricot, cuticles are in great shape and nails aren't breaking. I am also hypothyroid so that makes nails ridges and dryness.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

Danielle46 — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 19:00:40 GMT

I have been using Nailtiques for years and my nails never break even if they are in water a lot. You can buy it at CVS and there are different strengths to select from depending on your nail problem. I have tried other products over the years and nothing works like Nailtiques. Also, just as a side note, how are your vitamin d levels? Low vitamin d can cause problems with your nails too.

Re: Help with fingernails breaking this winter

chocolatelab — Sat, 15 Feb 2014 19:03:07 GMT

On 2/15/2014 marky said:
On 2/14/2014 FUTURE said: Lots of hand cream, or oils. I've also been using Nailtiques formula 2, and it is really working!! Making my nails stronger and they don't peel or break. Been using it fairly regularly for about a month. Hth!

Nailtiques formula 2 is my HG product. I can't be without it. I finally have nails that don't tear on the sides and I only had to wait 54 years !!! LOL

I also recommend the Nailtiques formula 2. I have tried a lot of different nail products and this is the only one that has stopped my nails from peeling and breaking,