Soft nails

[viz48]

Anyone got any advice on how to harder up my nails. I have tried herbal nail supplements and use hand cream every night. I have times where they are better and I suspect it may have something to do with my diet, but I cant pin down what im eating or not eating that makes the difference. Thanks..

[jane1098]

i use Jessica nail products. they have a "critical care" nail polish that hardens your nails. you do need to use it all the time though.
you could try that.

[aka pixi]

hi viz, i dont know if this is true but my auntie swears that eating jelly cubes makes her nails strong and stops them breaking.

I think magnesium is supposed to be good for this too.

[smudge]

I take one Omega 3 Fish Oil capsule every day & my nails are as hard as rock. Hope that helps. ;o}

[homerbart]

I am taking cod liver oil tablets too but my nails are as soft as putty

[naomi24]

Like pixi's aunt, my mum used to say that eating jelly cubes strengthened nails too. Why don't you ask in a pharmacy? They would probably be able to tell you what you need to eat, or what supplements you need to take.

[tiggertan]

Hi, the best thing I've tried is Mavala. You can get it at most chemists. It's around �8 a bottle but lasts ages as you only put it on the tips of your fingers once a week. Works for me and my Mum.

X.

[I love Tiggy]

Hi - i'd go with the jelly cubes answer. My mum used to eat them for her nails and they were like razors.
I have also used jelly in the past and found it too work.
Sally Hansen products are also food which you can find in Asda.

[Doctorfern]

Hi Viz A great product is made by Revlon - called Nail Builders Calcium Gel - costs around � 8.00 if I remember correctly. But a really effective product. I have told many people about this, and they have all sworn by it. It can also be used before you use nail polish and after as a top coat if you wish. Use it often - it REALLY works. Good luck.