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Why do my nails break whenever I try to grow them?


Whenever I try to grow out my nails, they break off. What should I do?
 
Brittle nails are pretty darn common, girlie, but there are a few things you can do to toughen them up.

Moisturize!
When you’re constantly washing and drying your hands—during flu season, for example—your nails and hands have a tendency to get super dry. The fix is easy: Rub in a dollop of lotion whenever you hit the sink to counterbalance the scrubbing.

Blame your nail polish remover
Some nail polish removers, especially those with acetone, are incredibly damaging to your nails. To limit their harmful effect, minimize the amount of time the remover is actually on your hands. Take your polish off quickly and scrub your fingers thoroughly with soap and warm water. Then moisturize!

Snag a nail hardener
There are products designed specifically to strengthen your nails. Some, like Sally Hansen’s Diamond Strength Instant Nail Hardener, go on just like nail polish. Look for ones that don’t list formaldehyde or toluene as ingredients.

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I think I'm the ugliest person on the planet!I have a lot of bumps on my forehead i have an insane overbite and my teeth are not straight!What's wrong with me!?!?!?!?




Hey girl!

    I'm sure you're beautiful, but you have to know that too! Are the bumps acne? If they are, try using salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to get rid of them, or see a dermatologist. For your teeth, if you can't get braces, just love the teeth you have! Everyone has their own special attributes, which is what makes us all different. x0x0 
Casey L.

by iloveart213 on 6/9/2011 2:50:38 PM

 
 

um i know this is off subject but i just got braces and they are rilly poaking me in the cheek and ive tried to put wax on but it dose not work because its to wet and im sory for my spelling i type kina fast please comment back thanks

by madi323 on 2/8/2011 11:56:07 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD ok so I finally grew my nails out and i want to paint them but whenever I paint them, I peel the polish off, any suggestions?... HELP!!

 

Hey girlie! Try nail polishes that are really hard to peel off. I do the same thing and I at least have to work way harder to peel off the ones loaded with sparkles and chunks of glitter.

Brittany T.

by cowbellkell on 2/2/2011 12:14:12 PM

 
 

how much is the Sally Hansen nail hardener?

by Areogirl155 on 1/26/2011 5:17:13 PM

 
 

my nails used to be like that so i talked to my friends about it.they said that sally hansen nail strengthener
really does work .and it does

by rocki9947 on 1/25/2011 1:02:44 PM

 
 

i have this amazing nail polish remover that is all natural and it has none of those harmful chemicals. The brand name is wilaverde it smells so good and did i mention its enviornmentally safe? i have it in the scent papaya mango and it is to die for it strenthins ur nail and is actually goo for u nd the enviornment...wht else do u want?

by ebillade on 1/22/2011 7:41:05 AM

 
 

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by hypershrimp on 1/21/2011 8:25:04 PM

 
 

MODMODMOD I have bigger eyes than other people and it has been really bugging me, because almost everyday at school at least three people will come up to me and ask "why are your eyes so big?" and some people have been making fun of me about it and calling me "big eyes". And i'm scared if i grow up and have bug-eyes. What should i do? Plus, i have really bad vision and im scared if i grow up and become blind Frown




Hey gal! First off, you are beautiful, and don't let anyone tell you otherwise. People are mean and try to find things to pick on other people about. Don't let that get you down though. They are just doing it to feel better about themselves because they have low self esteem. Plus, I'm not sure why people would be saying that because big eyes are beautiful. Girls are always trying to put on makeup to accentuate their eyes, but -lucky for you- you don't have to! You will appreciate your eyes when you get a little older! For now though, ignore those people who are mean, and concentrate on your real friends. Remember, you are BEAUTIFUL, and don't you forget it! 
Marly Z.

by sammy4457 on 1/20/2011 9:32:51 AM

 
 

MODDDDDD
so I rly need help. I'm starting to get worried because april vaca is not in too log and I need a bikini body because we go away where you'll always be on the beach. I weigh like 115 pounds and I'm 5"3 and I rly just need to get rid of a few ponds in my stomach legs and arms but I'm literally always busy with school hw friends music studying and family time and ughh I don't know how to fit excercise into my busy schedule! And it's winter and we just had a storm so I can't take my dog for a walk or run or anything! I just really want a nice looking bikini body. Thx so much! U guys rock!




Hey girl, sounds like you might already have one! I know it's hard but understand that we all think we have our imperfections. In reality, you're your biggest critic. My suggestion is to continue what you're doing: just be sure to take care of yourself and give yourself some 'me time' in the meantime so you don't burn out. When the weather gets warmer, you can start jogging or walking, but not to lose pounds -- do it for you and to help destress.

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

by rowergurlxoxo on 1/18/2011 9:58:41 PM

 
 

Awesome! Smile

by pillowpuff on 1/18/2011 4:58:35 PM

 
 

Somebody help?! I'm super confused! Once my crush touched my hair,said "Oh.I like tall girls girls wanna go out?" while I was blowing my nose!!!,then he hugged me when school was over when he and other boys were hugging goodbye to girls!!! What was going on!

by marlina.r on 1/18/2011 12:44:47 AM

 
 

My nails break!! I'll try the loition.

by marlina.r on 1/18/2011 12:33:44 AM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD I loved the blue skirt in the article on skirts (in the ruler shaped part of it) in the feb/march issue but i looked on the tulle website and couldnt find it. do you know if they still have it?

 

Hey girl!  You're right, I did a quick look and couldn't find it either.  I'm not part of the fashion department, so I'm not sure!  I would check back in a few weeks - it's possible it won't be available till spring.  xoxo

Marie H.

by xoxoxo1234 on 1/18/2011 12:16:10 AM

 
 

Mod. So I asked my crush out last Tuesday. He never really gave me a straight answer. All he said was "Umm, Umm..... No later...." and started flirting with me again! I think this was because my friends were around. And since then, he literally Will. Not. Leave. Me. Alone. In the one class we have together, yearbook, (an elective at my school) were alowwed to go out in the hall and got to diff classrooms and take pics. I was taking pics with my two guy friends, and every once and a while he'll show up and scare me by pinching my sides, then ask what's up. And whenever I see him, he won't stop flirting with me, and he'll just stand there and play with my hair. What should I do? Thank you so much! You guys are awesome! xoxo Megan

 

Hmmm... I can see why you're totes confused!  Maybe you should talk to him about it.  It would prob be best if you do it sometime when it's just the two of you.  You can do it in a sweet, funny way, like "So, are you going to leave me hanging forever?"  It sounds like he still has interest, but it would be nice for you to know for sure! Smile 

Marie H.

by Chicka678 on 1/18/2011 12:06:29 AM

 
 

I fixed this problem as soon as I started spending my days in a barn.... I don't have long nails. At the barn the dirt got so caked under my nails it hurt (not that I ever had really long nails anyway) so I now keep them down to no or almost no white showing at all. When one of the girls break a nail and start complaining I tell them that's what they get for having looong nails. Meanwhile I can hit a volleyball and do barn chores all day and never get a broken or hurting nail! So my advice is: Keep them cut real short.

by dixiecowgirl on 1/17/2011 10:25:34 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD we are having a 'hearts of fire' dance the first week in feb, and i cant think of any guy that will ask me Frown how can i get a date? i definately dont want to ask someone. thanks!

 

Hey girl, If you don't want to ask a guy, you'll just have to be friendly and see what happens.  Chat with friendly guys in your classes, and maybe you will find someone who clicks.  If you don't find a date, grab your girls and go in a group.  Sometimes dances are most fun that way.  Smile

Marie H.

by sodapoprocker on 1/17/2011 8:52:33 PM

 
 

MOD ok so Ive been biting my nails for a while and Ive tried everything. They are growing our now but Im afraid Ill bite them again.Tobasco wont work because I love spicy food. Im just trying by paintin them and just will power but any additional advice would be fantastic!

 

Hey girl!  That's awesome that you are trying to kick the nail-biting habit!  Check out this article:  http://www.girlslife.com/post/2010/01/08/nail-biting-habit.aspx and this one:  http://www.girlslife.com/post/2010/01/22/body-nail-biting.aspx. Two things that help in breaking any habit are figuring out what triggers you to do it (like being nervous or stressed), and replacing it with a less-harmful habit when you've got the urge.  Keep going, I know you can do it! Smile

Marie H.

by cowbellkell on 1/17/2011 8:37:19 PM

 
 

Hey girlies!
Need advice on anything, from boys to working out, and from make- up to mean girls, or anything in between? Well Ask Athena (me) on my profile, and I will be sure to respond A.S.A.P.!

by Ask Athena on 1/17/2011 3:40:24 PM

 
 

Hey girls,if you guys ever need help in anything, I'm here for you!! Smile
Just visit my site and leave a comment or if you just want to talk then I'm here too Laughing

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by Ask Happy on 1/16/2011 5:43:24 PM

 
 



Mod mod mod mod mod
so my nails break off when they grow too, but I also bite them. I hate wearing nail polish so I don't know what to do!!! Help!!! I want them looking fab by the end of the school year at the most!!!!




hey try putting a drop of tobasco sauce on each nail, when you taste the spice it'll remind you not to chew. good luck! 
Helen S.

by kmn21 on 1/16/2011 4:12:19 PM

 
 

thanks for the tips!

COME TO MY PROFILE!

-Katie-

by katiekakes8 on 1/16/2011 4:06:01 PM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD !!!
I had acrylic nails (professional not stick-ons) and when I got them soaked off (again a Professional did it)with Acetone they left an ugly indention like thing on my real nails! Have any idea how to make it less noticeable?
Thanks in advance!!!
Smile





Helen S.

by Molly&Sally:) on 1/16/2011 3:14:19 PM

 
 



MOD!!
i really want nice long nails. but i always bite them.. HELP!




hey! try putting a dab of tobasco on each nail. the spicy flavor will remind you not to bite Smile  
Helen S.

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