Just when you want to apply that nail colour that you have been eyeing for eons now, your nails break. Can anything be more frustrating than this Breakage of nails is one of the most common problems that women face.

But there are ways to handle this. Here are a few ways in which you can prevent your nails from breaking. - Every night, before hitting the sack, massage your nails and the cuticle with a good moisturiser. This increases the blood flow, keeps your nails hydrated and prevents them from becoming dry and brittle.
- Mix two tablespoons of each almond and coconut oils and dip your fingers in them once a week. This intense hydrating treatment will make your nails stronger and will also boost their growth.
- If your nails are prone to breakage, then it is advisable to take Vitamin C supplements once in a while.
- Add green leafy vegetables like spinach and cabbage to your diet to supplement your iron deficiency that stunts the growth of your nails and makes them weak.


Source: Times of India

BDST: 1625 HRS, OCT- 18, 2015
Edited by:  Sharmina Islam, Lifestyle Editor