by sarajetta on November 17th, 2005
I read some facts about nails, here are some:
Fingernail facts
* The longer the finger, the faster the fingernail grows.
* Nails grow faster in warm climates and fastest in the summer.
* Nails grow 20 percent faster when a body is fighting off the flu.
* Extreme dieting slows nail growth.
* The nail on the pinkie grows the slowest, followed by the thumbnail.
* Fingernails grow twice as fast as toenails.
* Men's nails grow faster than women's.
* Nails grow fastest between the ages of 10 and 14.
by A A on November 17th, 2005
I'm no expert at this at all but I remember a lady in junior high showed us about pushing our cuticles back to promote nail growth. I remember being surprised the following week how much my nails grew on the one hand that I performed the experiment on but not on the other.
Give it a try and let me know if it works for you. This 'may' be because I was in the age group listed in the 'fingernail facts' answer but it's worth a try I think.
by Alatea on November 17th, 2005
Pure Apple cider vinegar...liquid of pill form.
Almost an instant result.
Edit - Apple Cider Vinegar is known for its good properties and will
among other things, lower blood pressure. The pill form comes
in dosages of 150 mg to 500 mg. A good health food shop will tell
you the dosage to take. If you are unsure ask your doctor first.
It is absolutely incredible to see the change inside a week.
The nails will take on a new healthy appearance and growth.
by lady fuschia on November 27th, 2005
I found my nails grew a lot faster when I moved to a hard water area, and grew slower when I moved back to a soft water area. I suspect this is probably due to trace minerals in the harder water affecting nail growth- though moing house just to make ones nails grow quicke seems a little extreme! I have read that the herbal supplement Milk Thistle improves nail growth and condition- I haven't tried it personally, but it may be worth a go, perhaps someone else has tried it?
by dmoneythegreat on November 20th, 2005
One word, Bio-tin. also lots of protein because your nail are basically pure protein.
by masterpiece on November 19th, 2005
I found that vaseline intensive care hand and nail cream worked a treat at making my nails grow faster and stronger.
by Galeanda on April 23rd, 2009
One way to ensure that nails grow at their optimal rate is to take an inventory of your nutritional habits. Extreme dieting, particularly low protein diets can slow down nail growth. Make sure you're not restricting calories excessively and are getting a sufficient amount of protein in your diet on a daily basis. Your diet should also be well balanced to provide the vitamins and minerals needed to help fingernails grow fast. If there's some question as to whether your diet is adequate, add a multivitamin and consider drinking a protein drink once a day.
Another consideration is your general health status. A variety of underlying disease states can slow down fingernail growth and make nails more fragile. These include kidney disease, thyroid disease, cancer, and a host of other medical conditions. If you're concerned about nail growth and are experiencing other symptoms, a few lab studies might be in order to rule out underlying health conditions that could contribute to nail problems.
The last factor to consider if you're concerned about how to make your fingernails grow faster is blood flow to the matrix of the nail. Activities that increase blood flow to the fingernails may stimulate nail growth. Some activities that may do this include frequent typing, playing the piano, and other activities where you use your hands a lot. Surprisingly enough, biting your nails can have the same effect, although it wouldn't be recommended. While it may not be practical to take up piano to make fingernails grow faster, using your hands as frequently as possible on a daily basis may help.
Probably the best strategy to make fingernails grow faster is to make sure you're getting enough protein and are practicing sound eating habits on a daily basis. Engage your hands as much as possible to stimulate blood flow and make sure you're taking meticulous care of your nails to keep them from splitting or breaking.
From BeyondJane
by eric on February 18th, 2009
shot of protein?
by liberty woman on August 10th, 2007
i went to a salon one time, and the ladie that was giving me a manicure told me to try this:
mix 4 tabespoons of milk
3 tablespoons of orange juice
and 5 tablespoons of pure apple cider vinegar
it may seem disguisting, but you'll be surprised at what it tastes like!!! its really truly amazing,i did this for 5 days and already saw that my nails looked stronger and were growing FAST. now that i did that for 5 days ever since my nails have been extremely long!
by upnorth on May 12th, 2007
Along with all the rest of the other answers I have also read that massaging the nail bed and cuticle can promote fingernail growth...along with keeping cuticles healthy with lotion. Hope it helps!
by Firebrand on January 5th, 2007
Gelatine, even a cube of jelly a day will help . Take muti Vitamin and calcium
by mack. on January 5th, 2007
I would deifinetley reccomend eatting and drinking healthy....If your healthy, Your nails will be healthy too.
If you already tryed but it hasn't worked (It doesn't work for everyone) Try using a simple, but cheap Quick Grow from the drug store.
Love you,
AnswerWoman532
by tcam2271 on September 16th, 2006
There is a product at GNC called Biotin for healthy nails and hair! It works really well, I could notice a difference in about a week! Also there is a growth treatment by Nutra Nail that works really well to.
by pink_glittery_stuff on November 25th, 2005
My cosin used to eat Jelly which she got from a nail shop which made her nails stonger so not easy to break which will also make them longer as they would last longer!
Just one jelly square a day!
by Tigerspirit on November 24th, 2005
Gelatin will speed nail growth, and make your nails stronger, too. Most drugstores will sell gelatin capsules (non-prescription). One capsule three times daily seems to be an effective dosage, based on my own experience.
by Anonymous on June 2nd, 2009
and wats that suppose to mean???...SHORONA????????
by Sharona Life is a Tale Told by an Idiot on June 2nd, 2009
They have vitamins in the health food stores that encourage hair and nail growth.
by monsoon on August 29th, 2009
Include food rich in calcium, protein, vitamin C and zinc in your diet. Milk, eggs, curd, sesame seeds, figs, peanuts, almonds, chick peas, greens, sprouts are all rich in calcium. Include fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet.More natural tips at http://healthbeautytips.net/nailcare.htm
by frenchkristin13 on September 14th, 2009
sometimes it's just in our genes I'm guessing, as my nails grow like SUPER FAST. When I used to bite them they grew slow, but now I carry a nail clipper in my purse everywhere I go. =) The healthier your body is the healthier your nails will be.
by CHRISTINA on October 6th, 2008
HEY I TAKE HAIR SKIN AND NAIL PILLS! U COULED GET THEM AT WALMART OR TARGET!! PLUS I TAKE PRENATAL PILLS AND THEY GROW GREAT=)) ALSO BY NAIL CLEAR NAIL POLISH AND MAKE SURE U PUT IT ON UR NAILS EVERY 2DAYS 2 KEEP UR NAILS STRONG!!! ESPECIALLY IF U HAVE KIDS!! ANOTHER THING IS TEE TREE OIL!! GET IT AT THE HEALTH STORE!
by Anonymous on June 2nd, 2009
fart fart fart fart!!! it helps a ton..like sit on ur hand and fart...yea it sounds gross but it works GREATT
by chelsea_holland on May 11th, 2009
Massage your fingers and finger nails with a cream like vasaline handcare. This gives good circulation and helps the nails grow faster :) x
by Mizzlady12 on October 2nd, 2008
At some beauty suppy stores sell nail growth formula. It may look weird when it dries, but from my own experiance it works. JUST TRY IT!!!! If it you dont think it works the way you want it to then just refund it (if your close beauty supply store does refunds)
by Lamis on October 4th, 2008
i dont know
by TAPriceCTR s son is wearing his COAT on October 6th, 2008
eat lots of jello... it's good for your joints too
by Anonymous on October 26th, 2008
I am a nail tech, and agree the with the person that suggested Rejuvacote. I swear by it! However, use it as directed. Over using can cause nails to be too brittle and they will break. Also, when your nails seem to be healthy enough, you can start using it just a couple times a week. Also, Using cuticle oil or even olive oil is great to use evry night before bed. It keeps your cuicles soft and your nails hydrated. Women that have artificial nails should do the same so the natural nail underneath doesn't start to dry up and curl away from the tip.
by Tigger on April 20th, 2008
I use this product called 7 day nail growth and my nails are pretty . Plus i put a lotion on my nails every day
by alleyb on February 3rd, 2008
If you take pre-natal vitamins they'll make your nails grow faster and become less brittle. You can take them whether you're pregnant or not.
by Sandy girl on May 12th, 2007
Try using warm olive oil to massage cuticles befoe going to bed.
by jjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjj on May 30th, 2007
use nail hardener...pregancy...or lots of sun will help!!! or have fake nails on (will stop u from biting them and will stop them form braking whilst they are growing)then in a month or so wen u take them of have them manicured then keep them in good condition!! hold it..x
by rigby on August 10th, 2007
always use hand lotion, NEVER EVER chew on them, dont file the sides, dont file them to a point, put a base coat on , and at least two coats of paint, and when they get long enough- paint the undersides of them - i have beautiful long nails and get compliments all the time and i have never been to a nail salon
by Lizard on November 19th, 2008
Eat more protien. I started a high protien and low refined carb type diet and my once weak, short finger nails are growing like gangbusters. They are also stronger. I also keep a nail hardener on them, like Sally Hansen or just generic.
by Anonymous on November 28th, 2008
when i was younger, my mom had the most beautiful long nails. she still does, i always had the "bite the nails" prolem, so lastnight i asked her how she did it. she told me to take gelatin capsules (as listed above by someone else.) and also to use that witchcraft nail strengthener each week.
by Anonymous on April 13th, 2009
how to make my fingernails grow?is there a pill to help?
by Lucky on April 23rd, 2009
Eats lots of jello.
by shameen on April 27th, 2009
Eating a well balanced meal, high in calcium, is all you need to think about. Take at least the recommended dosage of calcium daily. Regular trims will keep the ends of the nail strong and thick
by chloe86 on March 15th, 2009
the vasaline hand moistoriser works for me! i was a nail biter but i just stopped like a month ago an used that they are looking great!
by Gene H on February 18th, 2009
I didn't know you could do that! Hm. I'll ask at the hardware store and edit in an answer.
by Lulubells on January 9th, 2009
im a nail expert i work in a manchester salon and i find theses good things to do.
Rub Vasaline On Your cuticle.
mix 4 tabespoons of milk
3 tablespoons of orange juice
and 5 tablespoons of pure apple cider vinegar
And you have a very high in protin drink that will give you stornger nails.
you could also
Dip them in warm water every morning and night almost insant results.
by Iknowwhatyourthinkin on February 18th, 2009
you need CUTICLE CREAME , NAIL HARDENER. A BUFFER AND A FILE WITH SOMETHING THAT CAN SHAPE YOUR NAILS,AND A NAIL CLIPPER.
first you need to put blood back to your nails so you need to massage them to get blood circulation back to your nails.
If you wash your hands alot, start using hand sanatizer.making your nails wet is not good
use some kind of oil a day that will make your nails grow faster.
if they chip use the nail clipper to cut the hole nail of or just file it.
bufff your nails to make them look shiny
by H.. on February 18th, 2009
regular moisturising and use nail hardner.
by Jelloid on May 12th, 2007
Eat plenty of wine gums
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Comments
This would be a good answer if I was 14, male, had long fingers and was fighting a flu; Well I'd know why my nails are long.
by Scottythinks on November 18th, 2005
while correct this information does not tell the asker how to make their nails longer
by imagenius on November 19th, 2005
Thanks for sharing this.
by snowflake1556 on November 26th, 2005
i like those fun little facts, thank-you
by Al Zahra on February 16th, 2006
Thank you for sharing this information.
by davoomac on August 4th, 2006
Can you link the source for this?
by anonymous on May 12th, 2007