Weak Nails?
A. Try using a nail strengthener like will help strengthen and keep nails healthy. We carry Nail Envy by O.P.I. and The NailTek program. Also, weekly manicures are a great help. Q. How can I prevent peeling, breaking, and splitting? A. Exposure to water is most often the culprit here- surprisingly, the more you soak, the drier the nail becomes, weakening over time. Detergents in soaps, household cleansers, and some nail polish removers can also have adverse effects. Prevent further damage by wearing gloves during chores. After hand-washing, apply a rich moisturizer to nails to replace the natural oils that water washes away. Using a polish or a cuticle oil (such as Avoplex by OPI) will provide a protective shield. Q. What’s the best way to manicure my nails? A. File in one direction only- sawing back and forth can cause splitting. Nails are strongest when you shape them into an oval. The pointier you make them, the likelier they are to break.
