Nail Health Journal
Why Do Fingernails Become More Brittle After 50?
As we get older, fingernails can gradually become drier, more brittle and more prone to splitting or breaking. Changes in nail growth, everyday water exposure and years of manicure habits can all influence how natural nails look and feel. The encouraging part is that understanding what may be contributing to brittle nails can help you develop a simpler, more consistent natural-nail care routine.
Fingernails generally grow more slowly as we get older. Because each nail takes months to grow from the base to the tip, improvements in the appearance and condition of natural nails require consistency and patience.
Age-related changes in nail growth and moisture, frequent hand washing, repeated exposure to water, dry weather, polish remover and acetone, and a history of gel, acrylic or other artificial nail treatments can all contribute to nails feeling dry, thin or brittle.
Focus on protecting the new nail as it grows. Keep your routine simple and consistent, reduce repeated drying and soaking when practical, and avoid expecting the already-grown portion of a damaged or brittle nail to change overnight.
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A real customer experience related to this topic
“As a Dentist, before I began using FlexiNail, my nails were very short and weak. They peeled, bent and constantly chipped or broke very easily. I attributed their condition to the fact that as I practiced dentistry for over 40 years, I washed my hands about 50 times a day, wiping them with disposable towels and then immediately donning latex or vinyl gloves for 8-10 hours a day. For a year or two, I tried acrylic nails, but whenever I had the nails removed and redone, my own nails were worse than ever. I knew that false nails were not healthy for my nails. I stopped having the acrylic nails done. Once I retired, I couldn’t even look at my hands without cringing. I don’t have my own “before”pictures, but there were no nails to really see, anyway. Since I have used FlexiNail Conditioner, I actually have to trim my nails when they’re too long! I can’t recommend this product highly enough! And I recommend new users follow the directions and exercise patience; you need to wait for your beautiful new nails grow out! It’s definitely so worth that wait! Cheryl”
— Cheryl Kantor Goldenberg
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Where FlexiNail may fit
A simple 30-second daily conditioning routine
FlexiNail is designed to condition the nail and surrounding cuticle area as new nail gradually grows forward. It takes only about 30 seconds a day to apply, making consistency easier.
FlexiNail is intended for cosmetic natural-nail conditioning. It is not a treatment for infection, disease, or another medical nail condition.
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