Did acrylic damage your nails? So you can repair them

An SOS guide to resuscitating nails that have been subjected to extreme damage after constant, inappropriate use, or under the inexperienced care of acrylics.

We cannot deny that acrylic nails are one of the best inventions of the century: they last a long time perfect, the color does not splinter and you do not have to spend half an hour with your hands in the air without being able to touch anything so as not to ruin your manicure. This is clear. However, as many of us know, not all of them are advantages. Glues, polishes, chemicals that dry the nail - all of these don't exactly define healthy nails, do they? So after months, and even years of use, your nails can look and feel damaged or weak.

Below you'll find an SOS guide to resuscitating nails that have been subjected to extreme damage after constant, inappropriate use, or under the inexperienced care of acrylics.

Cut to the chase

 

Trim your nails flush with your fingers when removing the acrylic. This will prevent your nails from breaking, as they are probably weak at this point and prone to cracking and flaking. In addition, you can take vitamins and calcium so that the nails grow strong and hydrated.

 

Cuticle oil, yes please

 

Cuticle oil is now your best friend. Leave it on your desk or workstation, put it in your bag, do whatever you have to do to make sure you apply it twice a day . And do not forget the golden rule: do not clean, or wash without gloves! Chemicals and water can make nails weak and flexible; gloves will help protect them.

Also, if you are one of those who suffers from spending a single day without polish, cuticle oil will make your nails look like they have just come out of a manicure.

 

The hardener is a must

 

That you have to stay away from acrylics does not mean that you have to neglect your nails. Now that your nails are "natural", regular manicures are essential. Just make sure to use a toughening polish every two or three days for four weeks , and you will see how little by little your nails will thank you.

 

Ask your grandmother for advice

We are not kidding! The truth is that in these cases home remedies do work. For example you can try this treatment:

Mix three tablespoons of olive oil and one tablespoon of lemon juice in a bowl. Soak your clean, natural nails in the container for about ten to fifteen minutes and then rinse with water. Do this treatment once or twice a week for a month and you will see how your nails become healthier and stronger and after three or four months you will have completely recovered your nails.

Once you recover your nails, you may prefer to opt for gel polishes , which are also durable, are just as shiny and do not chip as much as traditional nail polishes. Sure, it's easy to get hooked on that too, and even easier to remove it the wrong way, going back, damaging your nails, and having to start over from scratch.