by Sharon Hopkins

Nails define your hand in many ways. The shape and the look of
nails make your hand look good. By using a good nail polish it
can make your hands look better. But if nails are bad then no
matter how much you cover it up it will not work. Brittle nails
are one of the problems with your nails. These nails happen to
be so weak that they break, spilt or tear very easily. It is the
dryness in the nails which reaches to such an extent that they
tend to break without much hassle. Brittle nails are a common
problem faced by many women.

Some of the causes for brittle nails is due to excessive contact
with water, detergent, drying out of nails due to overheating in
your own house, constantly falling ill and increasing use of
nail polish remover. When it comes in contact with chemicals
present in detergent or cleansers it makes the nails very weak.
Your nails are also affected due iron deficiency. When you go
for swimming the chlorine water does not work in your favor. You
also lack essential calcium and fatty acids which makes your
nail strong and less brittle. Low levels of zinc, iron and also
thyroid problems may lead to brittle nails.

Some of the things which you can do to avoid brittleness of your
nails

* Massaging your nails with castor oil frequently as this would
keep your nails fit and fine

* Whenever in contact with chemicals wear cotton gloves and on
top of the rubber gloves as it would protect your nails from
getting wet either by sweat or water

* Involving food like salmon, tuna, shrimp, trout, milk in your
diet improves your nails life

* Intake of herbs and vitamins as consulted by doctor should be
taken

* Keep your nails short if you know they are brittle

About the author:
Sharon Hopkins webmaster of sites like www.hair-n-skin-care.com
provides information on http://www.hair-n-skin-care.com Natural Tips for Brittle
Nails with intake of healthy diet and precaution can make a
huge difference.