Question
My nails always grow to a certain length and then break. What can I do to help them grow?
Yessar, via e-mail
Answer
Manicurist Christina Fitzgerald says that it is possible to grow your nails past their regular breaking point with a little tender love and care. Here are her tips for healthy nails:
Wait until your nails become stronger before you grow them — weak nails will always break when grown.
Don’t file weak nails down the sides. Keep them a little shorter and squarer in shape.
Avoid the regular use of fast-drying nail polishes — they also dry out your nails.
File your nails a little every week. Make it part of your beauty routine and your nails will love you for it.
Apply lanolin every night to the cuticle area. Rub it into the nail bed and gently massage back your cuticles. Never cut your cuticles, as they provide your nails with the protection and nutrition they need.
Treat your nails with care and be aware of how you use them. For example, don’t use them to open ring-pull cans.
The AWW Beauty Team
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