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Post by Deleted on Aug 1, 2014 22:33:27 GMT
My natural nails aren't pretty. They grow a little, but then the tips on my index and middle fingers get a weird curve and flat spot in them. They are bendy and they also crack easily across the white part. I want to try something that isn't expensive, that will help strengthen them and make them grow. I used to do acrylic nails but stopped several years ago. I can't afford them anymore so would like to have my own nails look decent.
Something inexpensive and easy to use please! Thanks so much!
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Post by CeeScraps on Aug 1, 2014 22:44:40 GMT
Nailtique--formula 2. I Those were my nails years ago. Now I have to cut them about every 3 weeks or so as they get long. The bottle is like nail polish and costs about $20. It is well worth it. Put it on daily and in about 2-3 months your nails will be beautiful and strong. I still use it today!
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Post by beachbum on Aug 1, 2014 22:50:30 GMT
I was having trouble with brittle, peeling nails and hair loss as a side effect of Hashimoto's disease. My endocrinologist recommended taking Biotin and B complex. It took about a month for me to see a difference, but now 3 months later I can tell a huge difference. My nails are much stronger, don't peel, and I can no longer make wigs out of what is left behind in the shower!! Cheap and easy. |
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Post by Laura in OK on Aug 1, 2014 23:13:08 GMT
Biotin and B Complex here too. My DH just asked me last week about my nails. He said he has never seen them this long! I take care of little ones, so the handwashing used to really mess with my nails.
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Post by YooHoot on Aug 1, 2014 23:17:59 GMT
I'm in the medical field so I don't usually use color on my nails unless it's the weekend. I do have clear polish on to strengthen (I've used OPI Nail envy, nailtique, and now I'm using Essie All in One nail glaze). Big things are moisturizing your cuticles and biotin. When I do those two things, it's amazing how well my nails grow and stay strong.
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Post by Erica on Aug 1, 2014 23:24:27 GMT
I just started tak biotin. I didn't know about the b complex vitamins. I will look for that.
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Post by IPeaFreely on Aug 1, 2014 23:44:37 GMT
I need to up my biotin dose. It's been a couple of months and I've seen no difference. I'm also going to get the Nailtique 2.
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Post by disneypal on Aug 1, 2014 23:47:05 GMT
Pin Armor Nail Gel (as seen on TV) - seriously, that stuff really works!
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Post by scraphappyinjax on Aug 2, 2014 2:04:46 GMT
I've tried just about everything and it fails. The only way my nails can be long is to wear acrylics nails. I was told by a nail tech that I have oily nail beds which is why nail polish will peel off w/ in 24 hrs of application in a full sheet. I've tried Shellac, Gel nails, etc.. & same thing happens but a few days later. It's frustrating...I'd like to have pretty nails w/o having acrylics. Took them off about 2-3 mos ago and just keeping my nails short and filed.
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Post by bklyngal62 on Aug 2, 2014 2:26:28 GMT
Thanks for the info everyone shared. I'm taking biotin already but never knew about viatmin B. Nailtique sounds like an idea as well.
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Post by anniefb on Aug 2, 2014 6:07:05 GMT
I use a herbal formula for hair & nails which has really helped mine. It has silica, zinc, folic acid, B5 & biotin.
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Post by anniebygaslight on Aug 2, 2014 6:29:55 GMT
I just keep mine really short and hope for the best.
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Post by gar on Aug 2, 2014 9:57:32 GMT
Isn't biotin part of the Vit B complex? Are there any restrictions on a healthy dosage - I thought I read somewhere that you can over-do the biotin thing. Will have to research....unless anyone knows?
I use either Mavala Scientifique or OPI's Nail Envy.
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Post by anniefb on Aug 2, 2014 20:46:06 GMT
Isn't biotin part of the Vit B complex? Are there any restrictions on a healthy dosage - I thought I read somewhere that you can over-do the biotin thing. Will have to research....unless anyone knows? I use either Mavala Scientifique or OPI's Nail Envy. Yes, biotin is a B vitamin. According to Web MD adults should get about 30 mcg/day. Natural sources are wheat germ, whole-grain cereals, whole wheat bread, eggs, dairy products, nuts, Swiss chard, salmon, and chicken. Not sure about the effects of too much. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 2, 2014 21:12:33 GMT
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Post by bklyngal62 on Aug 2, 2014 21:52:33 GMT
Nailtique--formula 2. I Those were my nails years ago. Now I have to cut them about every 3 weeks or so as they get long. The bottle is like nail polish and costs about $20. It is well worth it. Put it on daily and in about 2-3 months your nails will be beautiful and strong. I still use it today! I looked for this today and found Nailtique formula 2 Nail Protein and Nailtique formula 2 Nail growth Formula treatment. Which do you use and who knows what the difference is? |
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Post by mztfied on Aug 2, 2014 23:51:32 GMT
I began taking biotin a few months ago and I can see a definite difference. My nails are stronger and seem to be growing faster. Well maybe I am just paying more attention to them. But definitely stronger.
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Post by CeeScraps on Aug 3, 2014 0:58:21 GMT
Mine says Formula 2 on one bottle and the other says Formula 2 nail protein. My guess is that it is the same. I don't have any in a box right now.
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Post by birukitty on Aug 3, 2014 18:38:46 GMT
When I went vegan (back in March ) my nails started splitting and getting weak which was something new for me. My doctor said it meant I needed more minerals and gave me a mineral complex to take. It's been about 2 months now and they are strong as can be. I also have a genetic defect and can't get vitamin B from food or regular pills-I have to get it from a special sort of pill. I'm taking those and it's helping a lot.
Debbie in MD.
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Post by caro on Aug 3, 2014 19:05:49 GMT
Sally Hansen makes a moisture/ growth formula that I use along with Biotin. Works well.
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Post by stephofalltrades on Aug 3, 2014 19:51:01 GMT
Sometimes mine peel depending on the water where we live. I have always liked OPI Nail Envy. You add a coat every day for 2 weeks or something, then after that I'd just use it as a base coat.
ETA - My mom is a big fan of the Nailtique products, but I've never tried them since Nail Envy works for me. I try to use a cuticle oil, too. The main reason is because my cuticles get so dry and split, but it may help with the health of the nails, too, like a PP said.
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Post by annabella on Aug 3, 2014 23:59:28 GMT
When I went vegan (back in March ) my nails started splitting and getting weak which was something new for me. My doctor said it meant I needed more minerals and gave me a mineral complex to take. It's been about 2 months now and they are strong as can be. I also have a genetic defect and can't get vitamin B from food or regular pills-I have to get it from a special sort of pill. I'm taking those and it's helping a lot. Debbie in MD. What minerals are you taking? |
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