Nail hardener and question!

Jul 6, 2016

Lara C.

Hello :)

My nails are finally growing but they are still kinda thin and break easily when I don't have polish on. I was hoping you can suggest a nail hardener / top coat to use on my nails (with or without other polish) that won't chip and last a long time to protect my nail and keep the length. sally hansen has sooo many, was wondering if those are any good?

also, do you guys know anything about cutting vs. pushing the cuticles? is one better for your nail? I've mastered the art of cutting them myself but I'm not so sure that it's beneficial.

thanks so much!

Jul 6, 2016

Emma S.

I don't have any nail hardener suggestions, but if you want to do it naturally, cut and file often. This helped me to strengthen my nails, and now they are thick and strong.

Jul 6, 2016

Maressa H.

I use the Sally Hanson hard as nails advanced nail strengthener and it works REALLY well.

Jul 6, 2016

Jackie S.

The OPI nail envy worked for me, I need to get a new bottle, it's been a while.
For the cuticles, cutting them can be dangerous. It can promote bacteria and infection if cut too much. My suggestion is to get a cuticle remover- like a gel that melts it. If needed you can cut them slightly but only occasionally

Jul 6, 2016

Monica K.

The best nail strengthener I have found is the Perfect Formula repair coat, Sephora sells it.
And for cuticles the Butter London cuticle eliminater is awesome, I only need to use it about once a month. Hope this helps!

Jul 6, 2016

Lara C.

Thanks for the suggestions. I moght grab the sally hansen hard as nails and if it doesn't work ill look for the other options listed. I had no clue about cuticle remover gel... good to know! ill look into it.

Jul 10, 2016

Crystal P.

nail envy