Natural Ways to Fix Brittle Nails

Our hands are always noticed by people, as many of us move our hands a lot, and our hands are as expressive as our eyes in some ways. Hence, when our nails are brittle, we need to take extra care to fix them, as not just for what others look or say, it is for our own good.Thankfully, there are ways you can continually improve your nails, making them better and stronger. Here are 10 natural remedies that you can try to help strengthen your nails: 

 

1. Vitamin E

This oil improves the nail condition as well as the nail bed. Vitamin E helps repair and straighten damaged and brittle nails, as well as healing the cuticles. It also improves blood circulation and nail growth. 
How To Apply: Apply the Vitamin E directly onto your nails and nail beds. 

2. Coconut oil

This antioxidant protects the nails from the negative effects of free radicals. Coconut oil also has very good antibacterial and anti-fungal characteristics. 
How to apply: Apply warm coconut oil on the nails and the skin around them, massaging until absorbed. 

3. Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider is an excellent ingredient to help straighten nails, soften cuticles and it also helps the nails to grow faster. 
How to apply: Just add one tablespoon to a glass of warm water and soak it for a few minutes. You may also repeat this daily until you are happy with the results. 

4. Tea tree oil

This is a very strong antiseptic and anti-fungal agent. Dilute it with a carrier oil like olive oil, before applying it to your skin and nails. Essential oils should never be applied directly to the skin. 
How to apply: Combine two drops of tea tree oil with 1/2 a teaspoon of olive oil, almond oil or coconut oil. Apply to the nails and skin around them, massaging for a couple of minutes. 

5. Lemon juice

Lemon is high in Vitamin C, this accelerates collagen production which makes nails stronger. The lemon juice also contains alpha-hydroxy acid which lightens the nails and heals any micro-cracks in them.
How to apply: Simply squeeze half a lemon and mix with 1 cup of warm water, soaking for 5 to 10 minutes. 

6. Olive oil

This fantastic ingredient is great for moisturizing and nourishing the nails. It is high in Vitamin E, which repairs any damage to the nails and stimulates their growth. 
How to apply: Apply warm olive oil to the nails and massage for 5 to 10 minutes. 

7. Egg yolk and honey

Egg yolk contains a high amount of Vitamin A and fatty acids which makes it effective for strengthening weak, thin and brittle nails. It also helps to smoothen and moisturize the cuticles. You can add some honey too as it contains antifungal properties.  
How to apply: Mix one yolk with 1/2 a teaspoon of warm honey then apply the mixture to the nails and the skin around them, leaving for 15 minutes before rinsing. 

8. Flaxseed oil

Flaxseed oil is high in fatty acids, minerals, and antioxidants which makes this oil really effective for boosting nail growth.
How to apply: Apply flaxseed oil on the nails and massage for a few minutes.

9. Almond oil

Almond oil is high in vitamins A, B and E. It repairs, moisturizes and nourishes the nails, softening the cuticles. 
How to apply: Apply warm almond oil to your nails and the skin around them, massaging for 2 to 3 minutes. Almond oil can also be used as a carrier oil. 

10. Jojoba oil

Jojoba oil contains a few types of fatty acids, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, which makes the oil exceptionally effective for stronger and thicker nails. 
How to apply: Apply warm jojoba oil onto your nails and the skin around your nails, massaging for two to three minutes. You can also use almond oil as a carrier oil as well. 
 


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