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Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

ellaphant — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 21:18:11 GMT

One of my nails continues to split in the middle...I use moisturizer and Argon oil on my hands and fingers through the day.

Any suggestions PLEASE??

Thanks!

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

MFTAnnie — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 21:28:39 GMT

I'm a big fan of the Perfect Formula pink gel coat that QVC sells. While it doesn't eliminate the nail splitting completely, it has allowed my nails to grow and look healthier than they've ever looked. I use it by itself, or over white polished tips for a french manicure look.

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

luv-the-Q — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 21:37:41 GMT

Gelatin--do some online research about the benefits.

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

Sister Golden Hair — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 21:47:28 GMT

@ellaphant wrote:
One of my nails continues to split in the middle...I use moisturizer and Argon oil on my hands and fingers through the day.
Any suggestions PLEASE??
Thanks!

@ellaphant You might to check with your doctor in case it is a medical problem.

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

Shelbelle — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 21:56:45 GMT

I would keep a little nail glue on that particular spot both on top of nail and under it and under any polish at all times, It will keep it hard and give it strength. Also apply the glue to top edge of the nail.

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Nightowlz — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 21:57:40 GMT

I had a couple of nails that were doing that. I take Andrew Lessman's HHS&N (Healthy Hair Skin & Nails). It has biotin in it. I have been taking it for several years. I don't remember how long it was before I noticed a difference. It was a while like 9 mos to a year. My nails were really bad peeling, soft, a few nails that were splitting & my thumb nails had/have ridges on them. Those ridges are no where near as bad as they were. I just started using Beekman's cuticle cream several months ago.

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Janey2 — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 22:01:18 GMT

I have the exact problem for as long as I can remember. Recently I used Julep oxygen treatment, and it helped. I used the treatment as directed for a month. Now I am using it as a basecoat with nail polish. So far no broken nails.

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Peaches McPhee — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 22:16:07 GMT

@Shelbelle, what is "nail glue"?

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GCR18 — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 22:17:07 GMT

@MFTAnnie wrote:
I'm a big fan of the Perfect Formula pink gel coat that QVC sells. While it doesn't eliminate the nail splitting completely, it has allowed my nails to grow and look healthier than they've ever looked. I use it by itself, or over white polished tips for a french manicure look.

I use this too and like it alot. I have it in pink and clear. As long as I am diligent about wearing it, I end up with nice nails.

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

Kachina624 — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 22:18:49 GMT

@luv-the-Q wrote:
Gelatin--do some online research about the benefits.

For years and years gelatin has been debunked as a cure for anything having to do with fingernails. Gelatin is an incomplete protein. It must be a complete protein in order to foster growth. It's an old wives tale.

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

Shelbelle — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 22:26:29 GMT

@Peaches McPhee wrote:
@Shelbelle, what is "nail glue"?

Nail glue is pretty much the same as Krazy Glue or Super Glue, you can also use one of these. Nail Glue can be found in the nail polish aisle at Walmart, Target, drugstores. I prefer the brush on formula.

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

ECBG — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 22:26:42 GMT

Having taught Nutrition and my double major included Chemistry, I can tell you there are external and internal reasons.

This, with solutions, is from the Mayo Clinic.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/expert-answers/split-fingernails/faq-20058182

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

Nightowlz — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 22:35:24 GMT

@Peaches McPhee wrote:
@Shelbelle, what is "nail glue"?

Not Shelbelle, but I bought this at Wal-Mart.

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

Sunshine Kate — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 23:12:00 GMT

@ellaphant wrote:
One of my nails continues to split in the middle...I use moisturizer and Argon oil on my hands and fingers through the day.
Any suggestions PLEASE??
Thanks!

You said it's only one of your nails.

I had that problem about a year ago. I went to Sally Beauty and bought a clear polish made for splitting nails to glue it back together.

The nail grows out and you can then safely file the nail and no more problem.

It's called, Miracle Nail Fix and comes in a box; reasonably priced.

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

Shelbelle — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 23:16:35 GMT

@Nightowlz wrote:
@Peaches McPhee wrote:
@Shelbelle, what is "nail glue"?

Not Shelbelle, but I bought this at Wal-Mart.

Yes, I use this one too.

Re: Nail splitting problem. Any suggestions?

fthunt — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 23:21:39 GMT

Happened to me - finally a strong normal nail but it still has a ridge and it took almost a year of the following and a prayer or two.

Nail repair kits at the drug store - the paper is equal to tea bag paper, known to be the strongest paper going. Stop stop moisturizing - keep that nail covered from water and supported - get nail glue - cut tiny piece of tea paper and glue the paper OVER THE END OF YOUR NAIL. After drying polish for added water protection. My nail was split half way back to the cuticle caused by an injury. Again, it takes a long time for nails to grow and especially when you have a damage to the nail bed and it splits. Prayers be with you.

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Karnerblue — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 00:52:03 GMT

If it's only one nail I would have to say it's from an injury or weakness for some reason in that nail. My Mom had something like that happen and the nail would grow out to a certain point and then split. She just kept it filed short. Don't know about the glue thing. It could be worth a try. Not sure if I'd be comfortable with gluing my nail though.

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Shelbelle — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 14:22:01 GMT

You would never feel the glue, it dries smooth, and it works!!!

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Fressa — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 15:26:43 GMT

I had that same problem and finally found the magic combination that works for me. First I use the Perfect Formula gel coat in pink or clear. I also use the T.i.P.S. oil to massage all around and behind the nail. It has helped to make my nails stronger and healthy. I alwyas had a problem with the polish remover really drying and stripping my nails and then I found A.S.K. conditioning remover. This is a big differenece from other polish removers. This combination has now solved my problem. Hope it works for you.

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Jacie — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 16:52:53 GMT

I use Perfect Formula, a layer of Pink followed by a layer of the original.

The key for me was leaving it on for 2 weeks and adding more coats if it chipped. I found that using nail polish remover once a week was far too much and made my nails drier and brittle. Once every 2 weeks has been a charm!