There are several ways to make you nails thick and strong. While eating a healthy and balanced diet and adopting healthier nail care habits may take a few days to show results, there are also other ways to get immediate results. The way to get strong and thick nails is to use a combination of both.
Nails are made of protein known as keratin. Therefore, if your diet is lacking it is obvious that it will be seen in the shape, texture and color of your nail. It is important to eat healthy on a regular basis and not just once in a while. Grains, dairy products, fruits and vegetables should find a place in your daily meals. Experts also recommend that you don’t skip meals or diet as it affects the maintenance and health of your body. Also remember to drink a minimum of eight glasses of water to keep your body well hydrated.
Vitamin E helps your nails get strong and thick. Using a protective and nail strengthening nail polish, that contains vitamin E, is a great way to nourish your nails. When you are getting a manicure or pedicure at the salon opt for products with calcium, vitamins A, C and E. Products with aloe vera soothe the skin and nails, and help in the healing process.
Give yourself a finger massage, or better yet massage your scalp with your finger tips. This will stimulate both your finger tips and hence, your nail beds, and also your hair follicles. Blood carries oxygen and nutrients to all parts of your body. By increasing blood circulation to your finger tips you also increase the nourishment it receives. You could also massage your nails with olive oil or a vitamin enriched hand cream before going to bed at night.
After bad diet, harsh chemicals are your nail’s worst enemy. Chemicals can strip your nails of moisture, leaving them dry and brittle. If you want thicker and stronger nails you need to pay close attention to the chemicals that come in contact with your nails. Wear protective gloves when you are handling chemicals, washing dishes or working in the garden.
Your nails cannot feel pain but your nail beds do. Pain is the first indication that you aren’t caring for your nails and may be misusing them. Your nails aren’t tools that you can leverage to open or peel things. Consciously use the right tools for the job rather than resorting to strain your nails. Broken and chipped nails take long to recover and it is important that you file them as soon a possible. This will reduce the possibility of further damage to your nails.
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