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You’d be forgiven for thinking that having real nails does a number on your fingers, leaving them dry and flaking, but nothing could be further from the truth. Long, healthy nails don’t have to be boring. Now that your teeth are healthy (at least through your mouth), your nails might be the next thing on your to-do list, and you want to make the most of your digits. Here are the best tips we could find for growing long nails.

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1. Under-Dry Your Nails

Do not use nail polish! Because the longer it takes you to dry your nails, the worse it will be on them. Instead, dry them in the middle of a bath — as in, under the water — with whatever it is you have in the tub, like almonds or nuts. It’s super hydrating, and keeping your fingertips toned and hydrated will help combat dryness.

2. Don’t Run Them All Over

Running your nails around is an absolute no-no, and unless you intend to play basketball with them, you should avoid reaching for your nails at all. You’ll not only end up with chipped nails, but you’ll end up with cuts, too. Dry your nails before sporting them — that way you won’t nail them.

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3. Moisturize Nails

A good moisturizer for your nails, including one that contains Oatmeal, contains hydroquinone, which is a chemical that helps prevent nail fungus and dryness. Start by moisturizing your molars, or alternatively, you can apply a nude polish onto your fingertips, which will prevent you from drying your nails out and build up the damage.

4. Take Your Time

The sooner you first apply an oil, the better. If you can wait several days, it’s much less likely that you’ll damage your nails. Schedule a manicure as soon as you get home, or get a manicure in the morning when your hands are fresh, and apply an oil or cream before applying it to your hands and feet. The extra time will ease your hands and nails, and the polish will only look wet.