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Nail help

MamawskidsMamawskids — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 19:24:42 GMT

I have very weak finger nails plus dry skin around a few of my fingers. The dry skin is driving me crazy. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thank you in advance

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poregirl — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 19:28:07 GMT

Extra vitamin D. My nails were a royal mess until I added extra vitamin D supplement for my bones. Added benefit was much stronger finger nails

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SilleeMee — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 19:28:09 GMT

I would start using a humidifier in your house. For me when my fingers start getting really dry, especially the cuticles cracking, that tells me the air is too dry.

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We rescue cats — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 20:25:18 GMT

I keep a little tine of Burt's Bees cuticle cream on my nightstand and rub it into my cuticles every night, it helps my fingers.

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Desertdi — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 20:40:26 GMT

I take fish oil capsules...and my nails have gone from soft and splitting, to EXTRA hard, and fast growing.

I would check with a doctor, tho, if you are taking any "maintenance" meds to be sure there isn't any conflict.

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ellaphant — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 21:44:12 GMT

@MamawskidsMamawskids wrote:
I have very weak finger nails plus dry skin around a few of my fingers. The dry skin is driving me crazy. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thank you in advance

Drink more water.

Use argon oil - any brand - on hands, nails and cuticles along with a rich moisturizer throughout the day.

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Dazlin — Sat, 26 Oct 2024 22:02:20 GMT

@MamawskidsMamawskids ...I have the same issues, and worse on my toes. Honestly, I don't think there's a permanent remedy. The only relief is a daily regime, if your willing. I've tried ALOT...it just comes back, so I have to apply topicals every day. I do my own or go for pedicures. I do my at home pedicures every 2 weeks, then I'll get a wax pedicure in between...that helped better to keep the dryness down. My fingernails are the same...thin, very dry cuticles and over grow in no time. For that I've recently resorted to getting my nails done professionally with a dip powder...seems to help alot. Then I just keep my cuticles and hands moisturized in between. I like Almond oil after showering...you can rub it your nails and entire body. It's quick and inexpensive. I buy on Amazon, many to choose from. Then apply a moisturizer if you want more hydration. Vanicream is very rich. Again...not a cure all...its a daily task.

I drink PLENTY of water...nothing has made an improvement on my dry cuticles, nails, and toes.

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bargainsgirl — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 02:16:40 GMT

I put WEN oil on my nails at night and sometimes during the day as well but my hands are in water a lot during the day,

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SurferWife — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 02:31:38 GMT

@bargainsgirl

I apply WEN treatment oil to my nails every night while I'm watching by "before bed" TV show. It's quite relaxing massaging it into my cuticles.

I think I'm going to use one besides Tea Tree oil, though because it makes my nails grow too fast. Even my nail technician commented today that my nails appeared longer than normal this time. It is the nightly use of Tea Tree oil, so I'll switch to another scent.

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qualitygal — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 10:15:57 GMT

I still use T.I.P.S. from the Q. Conditioner. Helps my nails.

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Shanus — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 10:36:35 GMT

My hands were and are in water for many, many years. Gloves help w/ housework and doing dishes, but can't wear them slicing veggies and cooking.

I wear either a Sally Hansen nail hardener or switch w/ Perfect Formula that I purchase on A.

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wagirl — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 14:28:01 GMT

I use either vaseline or good ole' fashion bag balmon my cuticles. My nails have never been great--chewed on them for years and then having strong chemo treatments for 5 months really messed them up --that was in 2012 and still have 2 nails that have ridges that crack and that peel . I decided to try over lays on my natural nails to help protect them --I go every 4 weeks for a fill. this will be the 3rd time for this and I have to admit--it is so nice to have strong and not ugly nails. They are short-- just above my finger tips, so believable--I use gloves for anything water related and at night treat the cuticles. I opt for a nude, neutral color too. Not sure how long I will keep this up.

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Still Raining — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 13:39:07 GMT

Hands take the harshest treatment of any body part. Rinse those dishes, clean those counters......

For me they need to be in gloves, if possible, and covered with a rich cream several time a day. Pick a nice oil to rub on too. And keep at it. Sitting here on the keyboard? All creamed up.

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mare54 — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 14:06:59 GMT

I have a curticle oil I got at Sally's Beauty Supply and use it faithfully. Nails don't look too bad.

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Shelbelle — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 14:59:51 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
My hands were and are in water for many, many years. Gloves help w/ housework and doing dishes, but can't wear them slicing veggies and cooking.

I wear either a Sally Hansen nail hardener or switch w/ Perfect Formula that I purchase on A.

Perfect Formula contains formaldehyde, that is a no no ingredient!!!

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Shelbelle — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 15:01:17 GMT

Try a good nail strengthener I recommend choosing one from Nail Aid sold on amazon. also you can try applying Solar Oil to the skin near the nails.

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makeup bestie — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 15:12:52 GMT

I also use TIPS. Best product I have ever used for my nails.

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bargainsgirl — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 19:52:27 GMT

@SurferWife wrote:
@bargainsgirl
I apply WEN treatment oil to my nails every night while I'm watching by "before bed" TV show. It's quite relaxing massaging it into my cuticles.

I think I'm going to use one besides Tea Tree oil, though because it makes my nails grow too fast. Even my nail technician commented today that my nails appeared longer than normal this time. It is the nightly use of Tea Tree oil, so I'll switch to another scent.

I had Tea Tree but the scent was way too strong for me especially before bed. I got another scent and it is much better!

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lynnie61 — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 20:02:30 GMT

I've used Burt's Bees cuticle cream, but I'm going to be trying my Wen winter vanilla mint oil.