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Many of us could definitely use a refresher on how to prevent dry nail breakage. Nails become dry because they are typically stored for extended periods of time with frequent exposure to dry heat. Unfortunately, for indoor apartments, those traces of dry heat are hidden behind curtains, behind the cabinet, and sometimes even outside. Each day of not removing the dry heat can gradually trick out the nail. If you want to avoid it altogether, it’s time to check the humidity for air quality.
Your kitchen is a prime offender of dry nail damage. Grains and nuts are usually stored in back cabinets, and for reasons of space or convenience, most people neglect to properly close the cabinet doors and keep in the inside air humidity. If those cabinet doors aren’t closed correctly, even the tiniest of particles can find their way into the surface and damage your nails. An exception would be if you just purchased new cabinets. As long as the cabinet has either closed completely or you are able to completely seal the cabinet doors and keep out the air, it is unlikely that the damage caused by humidity will occur.
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Close the cabinet doors and ensure that the interior doesn’t have an unobstructed view. Use a mattress cover to prevent water from dripping into the cabinets. In addition, keep these tips in mind the next time you take out your dry cleaning:
Use water to dry your shelves and flat surface items. Do this in a dry spot so your nail can dry properly before applying more water.
Use boric acid to apply polish. Some people find this handy, especially if they want to add color to their nails but still wear a protective polish. A twist top coat, like Apple Top Coat, will save you the hassle of having to dry your nails at home, where the metal can become damaged by the air.
Don’t replace stains with new stained nail clippings. This can eventually ruin the nail if the nail is not properly dried. Many people have only managed to correct the problem by using the solution above and let a new pair of stained nail clippings dry and patch the nail.
Ensure your nail is not too dry and damaged. If there is an obvious crack, breakage, or beak (where the tip of the nail becomes exposed to the outside, causing extra nail damage), it’s time to call a professional for further treatment.
Having your nails professionally treated is recommended because the professional will take care of every nook and cranny of your nails to prevent dry nail breakage. Rather than fail to even deal with the damage that happens to a small part of your nails, professional nail technicians are equipped to try to fix the problem even if it is a small crack.
As always, it is important to use water to dry your kitchen cabinet doors in a water saturated interior. To prevent moisture build-up, keep the refrigerator and dishwasher turned off. You might also consider placing the items they store behind cabinet doors. When it is available, use a refrigerator magnet to keep the door closed.
Depending on the location of your kitchen, you might want to try damp tape to create a wicking effect. You can then use a damp screwdriver to strip back the cabinet door, opening it completely for the cleaning and treatment to properly dry your nails.
Keep all the bottles you store inside the fridge or dishwasher closed and closed. That way, if you notice any water leaking around your feet, the water won’t be getting into your shoes and causing damage. It will also make it harder for even little particles of dry air to get into your nail.
If you find dry damage, promptly file and repaint your nails immediately and at the latest the following day. Do not go more than a few days without cleaning the nail, since the damage will start to degrade the nail surface and decrease nail quality and strength.
Disposing of rotting and chipped nails is essential. Shredded paper from trash, bleach solution, and water are your best friends for those months before they are treated. Use wooden clippers or a hammer to remove chipped and dried nails, making sure to leave the nail stubs within the nail bed and not under any stress.
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