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10 Home Remedies That Can Do Wonders for Your Nails
Human nails are as strong as a horse’s hooves, according to research. But still, we keep breaking them! Cracking fingernails is quite a common problem and it can be caused by dryness, too much moisture, excessive use of nail polish remover, and so on. Thankfully, there are a lot of simple natural remedies out there that can help you achieve the set of nails you desire without going to salons.
Trends has found out about some of these remedies for our readers. Take a look below!
1. Apply cucumber.
If you suffer from brittle nails often, you can naturally get rid of the problem by applying cucumber. It’s not only rich in vitamins A, E, B1, B2, B3, and C, but it also contains calcium and iron. Simply soak your nails in cucumber juice extract for 5 minutes.
2. Make use of Vicks VapoRub.
Although this ointment is known for curing coughs and colds, it can also work wonders when it comes to nail fungus. A study published in the Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine claims that using Vicks Vaporub can cure brittle nails and fight fungus. You can apply it to the affected area once a day.
3. Rub tea-tree oil on them.
Known for its amazing antifungal properties, tea tree oil also helps keep nails healthy. You can use this essential oil if you have a nail fungus problem by applying it with cotton swabs.
4. Scrub with lemon juice and baking soda.
In order to skip the salon and whiten your nails at home, scrub your nails with a lemon wedge or apply it with cotton and leave on for 10 minutes. For deeper cleansing, mix lemon juice with baking soda to form a thin paste and scrub your nails with it using a toothbrush.