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Limit chemicals
Reduce the use of nail polish containing aggressive chemicals such as formaldehyde. Prefer acetone-free solvents, less drying for your nails.
Boost the growth with a balanced diet
Your diet directly influences the health of your nails. For long, strong nails, bet on:
- Biotin (vitamin B7): Present in eggs, nuts and avocados, stimulates the production of keratin, the main component of the nail.
- Le zinczinc: Promotes cell regeneration. Sources: seafood, legumes and squash seeds.
- Le ferIron: Indispensable to prevent brittle nails. You’ll find it in red meat, spinach and lentils.
- Omega-3: Hydrate the nails from the inside. Think of fatty fish (salmon, sardines), nuts and linseed.
- Remember to drink enough water to prevent dehydration of the nails.
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Natural remedies to accelerate nail growth
Home remedies are often very effective in stimulating nail growth. Here are a few to try today:
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Warm oil bath
Use slightly heated olive or castor oil for a nourishing bath. Dip your fingers for 15 minutes, twice a week. Result: hydrated and fortified nails.
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Fortifying lemon
Lemon is rich in vitamin C and strengthens the nails while naturally bleaching them. Rub a slice of lemon on your nails or mix its juice with olive oil for a homemade mask.
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Garlic, an unexpected ally
Although its smell is not the most pleasant, garlic is a powerful stimulant for nail growth due to its sulphur content. Crushing a clove of garlic and apply the juice to your nails for 10 minutes before rinse.
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