5 Tricks To Strengthen Weak Nails

Weak or brittle nails? Many times we do not give the importance due to this part of the body. Why? Simply because we consider them a minor matter.

The nails grow in the epidermis of the extremities and face the harshness of the outside world. They scratch surfaces and many times, in this process, they break, bend or hit.

But why do they break? Often the cause can be the absence of glycine (which is an amino acid that is responsible for renewing the production of collagen).

Lack of glycine causes brittleness and abnormal growth of the nail. Therefore, the production of collagen is essential for its settlement.

Meanwhile, there are situations in which the cause of weak nails is an injury or  a fungal infection ; such as onychomycosis or nail psosiaris. Here we will go over some of the symptoms of weak nails.

Symptoms

The weakening of the nails can be reflected through a series of symptoms that can be identified with the naked eye. Many of these are considered an aesthetic problem, as they make the hands look bad. This includes:

• Deformity.
• Scaling of the nails.
• Slight contact chipping.
• Constant shedding of layers from the nails.
• Soft keratin buildup under the nail. 

Causes

Weak nails can be the warning sign of a nutritional deficiency or a health problem. However, there are also other factors that lead to its appearance. This includes:

• Moderate your nails constantly causes severe root damage and causes deformities.  
• Be careful when using the metal files when you have weak nails. The recommended ones are the cardboard ones and don’t forget to file to one side only.
• Nutrient imbalance causes internal and external problems in the body.
• Nails contain keratin, a protein that needs vitamins, minerals and amino acids to keep them in good condition.

• Using detergents and other cleaning products can be very abrasive to the nails.
• In the case of feet, wearing inappropriate footwear that does not allow perspiration contributes to the appearance of fungus.

Tricks for weak nails

1. Brewer’s yeast

Thanks to the fact that brewer’s yeast contains vitamin B and biotin, as  well as minerals such as zinc, it works as a tissue regenerator and strengthens the body.

It is advisable to consume it in the morning so that the effect is greater and the body has time to digest all its properties. You can find it in different presentations:

• Dust
• Liquid
• Tablets

2. Olive oil and lemon

Olive oil detoxifies, purifies, cleanses and hydrates the area in depth. But when mixed with lemon it softens and helps remove stains.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of oil (10 g)
• The juice of 1 lemon

Preparation

• To start, in a bowl add the oil and mix the juice of a lemon
• Immediately moisten a cotton ball and, with the mixture, wet the nails
• Repeat the procedure 2 times a week
• It is recommended to do it at night

3. Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar contains vitamins, potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron. In addition to malic and acetic acid that help fight nail infections.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of vinegar (30 ml)
• 2 tablespoons of water (30 ml)

Preparation

• First mix equal amounts of cider vinegar and water in a bowl.

• Then, with the help of a cotton ball,  soak your nails for a few minutes.
• Then push the cuticle to remove the residue.
• Finally repeat the procedure 1 time a day.

4. Horsetail

Horsetail contains high amounts of silicon, an essential mineral for strong and healthy nails. In addition, in case of white spots it helps them to disappear.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of horsetail herb (20 g)
• 1 cup of water (150 ml)

Preparation

• First heat the water and add the 2 tablespoons of horsetail herb. 
• Let it sit for 10 minutes to focus.
• Then cool the mixture and put the nails to soak for 20 minutes.
• To conclude, repeat the procedure 3 or 4 times a week.

5. Tea tree oil

If your problem is due to an infection or fungus, tea tree oil is your best option. Since it is a natural antiseptic and prevents weak nails from acquiring a yellowish hue.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of vitamin E oil (10 g)
• 1 teaspoon of tea tree oil (10 g)

Preparation

• First mix the tablespoon of vitamin E oil and the tea tree oil.
• Rub it on each of the nails, massaging in a circular motion.
• Let it act for 20 minutes.
• Rinse with warm, dry water.
• Repeat 2 times a week.

Do not forget that to look good and avoid having weak nails on the outside it is necessary to eat a healthy diet, practice sports and stay away from stressful situations.