What Causes Brittle Nails, and How to Strengthen Them
Do your nails split, peel or snap at the slightest knock? Brittle nails are really common, and the good news is they can usually be improved.
Quick answer: Brittle nails are usually caused by water, harsh chemicals, cold weather and peeling off gel. Gloves, cuticle oil and BIAB can make a big difference.
What causes brittle nails?
💧 Too much water: frequent hand washing and washing up without gloves
🧴 Harsh chemicals: cleaning products and cheap polish removers strip natural oils
✋ Picking off gel: removes layers of the nail each time
❄️ Cold weather: winter air and central heating dry out nails and cuticles
🥗 Diet and hydration: not drinking enough water or missing key nutrients
If you notice sudden changes in your nails' colour, shape or texture, it's worth speaking to your GP.
5 simple ways to strengthen weak nails
Wear gloves when cleaning
Use cuticle oil every day
Moisturise your hands regularly
Keep nails a manageable length while they recover
Always have gel professionally removed
The secret to stronger nails: BIAB
BIAB adds a protective layer over weak, brittle nails, so they can grow stronger and longer underneath without breaking.
Regular BIAB infills every 3 to 4 weeks mean your nail is never left bare and vulnerable.
Book a strengthening BIAB manicure
Say goodbye to breakages with a BIAB manicure from £42 at our home studio near Pangbourne, a short drive from Goring, Tilehurst and Reading.
📍 Whitchurch Hill, near Pangbourne (RG8) · 🚗 Parking outside · ☕ Complimentary drink
📩 Info@jagstudio.co.uk · 📞 07575046560