Nail rehab: Restore strength after hybrid damage
After removing hybrid manicures, nails are often weakened, brittle, and prone to breaking. However, there are simple methods to help them recover without spending excessively on specialized products.
Hybrid and gel manicures have gained popularity due to their convenience and long-lasting effects. Unfortunately, after prolonged wear, nails can become weakened, brittle, and dry. It's important to focus on their proper regeneration. So, how can you restore their healthy appearance?
To allow nails to regenerate, it's beneficial to give them a few weeks of rest. During this time, avoid applying further layers of polish. Using conditioners that support the regeneration process is also helpful.
How to save damaged nails after hybrids
An inexpensive yet effective way to rebuild nails is by using castor oil, available at pharmacies for a low cost. Regularly rubbing the oil into the nail plate prevents splitting, thus strengthening the nails and reducing their brittleness.
Gelatin can also be helpful. Preparing a hand bath with gelatin is very simple: just dissolve a teaspoon of gelatin in about 1 cup of water and heat it. Soaking your nails in this prepared solution for several minutes regularly can work wonders.
A balanced diet is essential
Nail regeneration is a time-consuming process, so it's worth supporting it from the inside as well. A diet rich in omega-3 acids, vitamins, and minerals such as zinc and iron will positively affect not only nails but also skin and hair health.
Supplementing with biotin and B vitamins can also be beneficial. This "energy boost" may speed up the recovery of damaged nails after hybrids.
