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Posted by lvnkermit on 19-Jul-2010 14:23 Report
Nail care- cuticle cream etc
Hi All,

Ok, so Im aneamic(sp?) and have alot of trouble getting my nails to stay at any length past the tip of my finger without them flaking or splitting. Now Ive got them about .5cm over the tip and theyre fairly strong, very white, but there starting to split like in between two layers (like my top layer of nail comes off, and the bottom layer is very bendy and yuck) on a couple of my nails. Is there anything I can do about that? Clear nail polish doesnt work.

Also, the skin around the side of my fingers and my cuticles are quite dry and tend to peel....
 
Replied by magnolia134 on 19-Jul-2010 14:30 (Ref 2172476) Report
Although my v-shop is currently off-line (I am going in holidays next weekend) I do have a product by Avon called 'Nail Perfect' which is described as a 'peeling solver'. The bottle states "With continued use, helps prevent nails peeling as well as protecting new nail growth. Use alone or as a base coat." I haven't tried it myself as I don't have this problem, but it may be worth giving it a go. If you are interested, please send me an email.
Replied by bratsnthings on 19-Jul-2010 15:16 (Ref 2172508) Report
Can you put this as a wanted add. I have some items as well that will help,

cheers marie
Replied by lvnkermit on 19-Jul-2010 15:19 (Ref 2172509) Report
Hi,
Thanks for the replies. Im not really looking to purchase anything off here right now, thats why I didnt put it in the wanted :) Im just after some advise on what to use.
Replied by bigchristine1009 on 19-Jul-2010 15:43 (Ref 2172515) Report

When I had the same thing happening many years ago - I used Nail Hardener - I think from memory it is like a blue liquid - and then just used a really good nail and hand cream. With the nail and hand cream I would apply it at least 4 times a day and more at night. Hope this helps. Cheers Pat
Replied by issabella10 on 19-Jul-2010 16:20 (Ref 2172532) Report
My nails go thin and will split but I find that wearing nailpolish helps to protect them . then in between wearing nail polish and none they seem to stay ok for a while .

I think while they are so weak the extra strength from the nailpolish helps to protect them.

Olive oil is supposed to be good for dry skin around your nails .
Replied by nefer_sold on 19-Jul-2010 18:35 (Ref 2172571) Report
As your nail splitting is caused from a medical condition there is not a lot that can help until you have your anaemia under control.

Only suggestion is to always use hand cream - one with a barrier function to stop moisture softening your nails and stop them drying out further.

Always use gloves when washing/rinsing dishes.

A nail hardener may help but would not guarantee it.

Cuticle oil is a must - massage into nails and cuticles every morning and night - your nails may be brittle from dehydration and impaired nutrients to the nail bed due to your anaemia.

If you can't grow your nails keep them short and tidy.  Short well groomed nails will always look nicer than long broken ones.
Replied by Ms-Figjam on 20-Jul-2010 00:13 (Ref 2172669) Report
Hi,
You can purchase a fabulous product called Horses Hoof. It is a cream and you massage it into the nail and cuticle. It will strengthen and repair your nails like magic.
Replied by lvnkermit on 20-Jul-2010 00:28 (Ref 2172671) Report
Hi guys,
Thanks for all your replies! I am medicated for the anaemia now, which is helping. I already have some of that gold strength stuff from Avon, and a vitamin E hand cream, it just didnt seem to cut it.

Ill try some of the suggestions here! 
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