7 Ways To Get Stronger Nails!

We all have those days when our nails just don't look buff and pretty! You may have cut you nails to short, didn't cut them right,  or there cracked. Whatever the case may be, you want strong healthy looking nails! So here are a few tips of mine to get those purrrty nails as my kitty would say!

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1. Don't bite them! One it's unattractive and two it's gross! My mother has been biting her nails for years, there so short now, that it's impossible to put nail polish on her- and she's 37! Biting nails can cause breakage and even infection under the nail.

2.  Use non-acetone nail polish remover when removing nail polish. Even though the acetone makes the process of removing the polish quicker, it causes dryness to the nail which makes new nail polish look dull. Try using the cutex nail polish remover instead I swear by this stuff and the scent is not as strong. It is sold at most drugstores in the U.S. You can buy it here.

3. Eat more calcium. Yes, your diet also effects your nails. The more calcium and protein you eat, the stronger your nails are.

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4. Cuticle oil is the way to go! If you want to get softer, shinier, ails quick try putting on cuticle oil! I recommend using Apricot Cuticle Oil by Essie. It smells great and really hardens the enamel of your nail! You can find it here at ULTA for less then $10.00!

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5. Don't peel off your nail polish! I've always wondered why us girls do this? Maybe PMS :)? I certainly do this when I'm nervous or bored in Algebra :) Anyways it's not at all healthy for your nails, when tearing nail polish, you could also tear the nail and cause breakage. Plus, who wants peeled nail polish on the ground?

6. Olive Oil can also moisten your nails and create shiny nails! Put about 3-4 tablespoons in of olive oil in a bowl and dip your fingertips in the mixture for 10 minutes. After your done, place your hands on a towel to dry and wash in warm water and dry!

7. Coconut oil does the same as olive oil but makes your finger more moist! Do the same procedure as he olive oil!