You may dream of naturally healthy nails, but don't know how to make them grow fast to get them. While you can't make your nails grow incredibly fast, there are things you can do to improve your health and make your nails grow as fast as possible.
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Method 1 of 2: Strengthening Nails Through Lifestyle
Step 1. Strengthen nails with biotin supplements
Take a biotin supplement every day. You can find these supplements at major department stores, pharmacies, and health food stores. Regular use of biotin supplements can strengthen nails while reducing the chances of them breaking or cracking.
There is no maximum limit for the use of biotin. However, you should avoid taking large doses of biotin supplements unless under the supervision of a doctor
Step 2. Eat foods rich in vitamin B7
Biotin is another name for vitamin B7. Including foods rich in this vitamin in your daily diet can increase the effects of biotin supplements, making your nails stronger. So, try to include the following foodstuffs:
- Barley
- Corn
- Egg yolk
- Milk
- Soya bean
- Avocado
- Broccoli
- Cheese
- Fish, chicken and meat
Step 3. Keep your nails out of the water
Don't let your nails get in the water unless it's absolutely necessary, such as bathing or washing your hands. Wear rubber gloves when washing dishes and cleaning the house to avoid exposure to other liquids. Avoiding exposure to water will retain moisture and reduce the risk of breaking your nails.
Step 4. Avoid harsh detergents and chemicals
Limit your nail's exposure to household cleaners and detergents. Also, use non-acetone cleaning fluid to remove nail polish. Cleaning agents and harsh chemicals can dry out your nails. So, protect your hands from detergents and chemicals during daily activities.
Wear rubber gloves when washing dishes or cleaning the house
Step 5. Move to a warmer climate
The nails of people who live in areas with mild winters and warmer summers may grow faster. So, living in Indonesia is a distinct advantage for your nails. However, if you live in a cold climate, try to travel to warmer places like Florida, the Caribbean, etc., if you can't move from there just to grow your nails.
- Protect your hands in cold weather so they don't break and grow longer.
- Lots of sunbathing in the sun, even in the rainy season. Sunlight will help produce vitamin D, which is needed for nails to grow faster.
Method 2 of 2: Taking Care of Your Nails Regularly
Step 1. Adjust the shape of the nails by filing regularly
Use a fine file and rub it in one direction to shape your nails once a week. You should also file your nails whenever the tips are broken, cracked, or peeling. Return the shape of the nail to an oval to help strengthen it.
Avoid sharpening your nails, as this increases the chances of them breaking
Step 2. Moisturize your nails daily
Apply a thicker oil-based moisturizer to your nails and cuticles every day. Moisturizing your nails regularly can prevent them from cracking, peeling, and brittle. In fact, the problem can cause nails to break and look like they are not growing in length.
Try using a thick moisturizer specially formulated for hands, nails, and cuticles. You can also buy cuticle oil to moisturize the cuticles and nail bed
Step 3. Stop biting your nails
Fight your urge to bite your nails even if the tips are fragile. Leaving your nails alone means giving them a chance to grow and grow longer. There are several ways to stop biting your nails, including:
- Trim the tips of the broken nails with scissors instead of biting them.
- Use nail polish that tastes bitter.
- Replace the habit of biting your nails with a better activity like squeezing a stress ball.
- Avoid things that can trigger you to bite your nails such as boredom or stress.
Step 4. Apply clear nail polish
Buy clear or colored nail polish. Apply a coat of this polish to your nails and reapply as needed. Nail polish is useful as a protective layer that will strengthen and prevent nails from breaking.
