Do this to stop your fingernails from peeling

You might just have to change your diet.

Do your fingernails tend to crack and peel all the time? If you recently had a dietary change, your nails may show the signs. Zinc deficiency can lead to all the peeling and breaking of nails. Excessive use of dish washing agents, glues and polymers used in acrylic manicures can all weaken your nails. The acetone in nail polish remover can also make your nails brittle. According to beauty expert Kush Lavani, here's what you should do to prevent peeling of nails.

• If your nails are weak, you can try applying an OTC topical like mandelic acid to smooth out the cracks in your nails.
• Soak your nails in extra virgin olive oil for 10-15 minutes in a day. Do this every day for a month to strengthen damaged, weak and peeling nails. Also, try these 9 kitchen ingredients that strengthen brittle nails.
• Almond oil is also a natural way to restore your nail health. This oil carries essential antioxidants and nutrients from vitamin E, A, B1, B2, and B6. With every almond oil massage, the nail is coated with protection from nail peeling, cracking, dryness and breakage. In a bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of almond oil with some lemon juice. Massage this on your hands or soak your hands into this mixture for not more than 2 minutes.
• A soothing cuticle cream can also help nourish dry cuticles and brittle nails. You need to use a cuticle cream to prevent your cuticles from drying out due to repetitive hand washing and manicures. Learn to clip nails the right way.
• It can be a good idea to wear gloves when washing dishes or gardening to prevent breaking of nails.
• Also, avoid washing your hands frequently with an antibacterial soap. Just use a gentle cleanser and then use a moisturiser to lock in moisture in your hands.
• Lack of vitamins A and C can cause dry, brittle nails. So be sure to take your multivitamin tablets every day.
• Biotin can help strengthen your nails so eat biotin rich foods like eggs, cauliflower, whole grains and avocado. Also, take biotin supplements if necessary.

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