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\n\nThere are plenty of skin care rituals to keep our faces, hands and feet looking their best. But, beyond the occasional manicure, our nails — composed of the same protein as our top layer of skin — often remain untreated, leading to frequent splitting and breaking.
\n\nWe spoke to nail experts about everything you need to know to nourish your natural nails properly, including their nail strengthener recommendations for healing damaged nails. We also included everything you need to know about the recent ban on gel nail polish products in Europe (more on that, and what it means for you and your nails, below).
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\n\nBrittle nails that crack or peel are not uncommon. In fact, Harvard Medical School suggests that over one in four women have onychoschizia, or nail fragility. Various factors like dehydration, nail-biting and even everyday tasks like typing can cause it. That being said, experts recommend nail strengtheners for people with nails that frequently split or crack.
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