Nails don’t need to 'breathe' but taking polish breaks is still a must. 💅
. While your friends might casually mention the importance of making sure your nails get air, you can argue that, your nails don’t actually need to breathe. "They derive oxygen and nutrients from the blood supply and not the air," says New York City based-dermatologist and nail expert
. Nails, however, do need breaks in-between manicures for other reasons. Here's how to tell if you should go bare for a bit.According to Stern, there are five main signs that your nails need a rest from your weekly manicure appointments: the appearance of keratin granulation , peeling, ridges and splits, discoloration, and. Though some of this damage can be caused by prolonged nail-polish wear, it can also be caused by improper prep and removal.
Stern adds that your nails can be damaged with aggressive mechanical and chemical removal methods. Mechanical damage is created with rough removal , while an example of chemical damage is soaking nails in acetone for too long — causing nails to dry out and become more brittle.Because of this, it’s critical for those who often get gel or acrylic manicures to take breaks in-between if you've noticed any of the five signs of damage.
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