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What to do if a nail breaks - your own or extended?

It is good for every girl to know what to do if a nail breaks. Of course, this is not a deadly problem, but very unpleasant and most often unexpected.

First of all, the nail plate needs to be treated with an antiseptic and fixed with a bandage so that it does not get injured even more. Cutting off at this stage does not need anything, especially if you want to restore the aesthetic appearance of the marigold.

The girl seals a finger with a band-aid

First aid

The course of action for a broken nail will differ depending on the nature of the damage. If he is bleeding, cracked to meat, under the root, halfway, then the first thing to do is disinfect the wound and stop the blood. It is important to do the right thing:

  1. Stop the bleeding. Press a bandage or clean cloth against the bleeding area and hold for 10 minutes. It is recommended that you lie on your back, and raise your hand up. If bleeding does not stop after 15 minutes, seek medical attention.
  2. Clean the wound if it is dirty. Place your hand under a stream of cold water. If necessary, use a soft washcloth and soap. Do not rub the damaged area, otherwise the bleeding will resume.
  3. Treat the wound with an antiseptic. You can use chlorhexidine (does not pinch), hydrogen peroxide or another.
  4. In case of serious damage, the broken part of the plate will be correctly cut off and the edges filed. Then, an ointment with an antibiotic (Neosporin, Levomekol, Polisporin) should be applied to the wound.
  5. Gently bandage your finger. Wrap the bandage several times, creating a semblance of a cap, and then bandage it crosswise and tie it up. Make sure that the bandage is not too tight, but does not fall.
  6. 3-4 times a day, apply ice to a sore spot, poured into a plastic bag. Keep it for 15–20 minutes. This will help relieve pain and swelling.
  7. Change the dressing daily and treat the site of injury with an antiseptic or antibacterial ointment.

If the extended nail or your own, but somewhere in the side, has broken, it will be enough for the first time to seal it with a plaster or adhesive tape. The sticker will protect the plate from further injury and will allow you to calmly choose the way to correct the aesthetic defect.

You can start repairing the nail plate only after the wound is healed. If blood, dirt or pus forms under the nail, it will have to be punctured or removed altogether.

In case the nail broke under gel polish, the coating is removed and the wound is treated.

Nail file

What will happen next with the nail?

Gradually, the place of breakage will grow. On average, the nail is updated in 6-12 months. Problems can arise only when the plate is broken at the root or completely fell away. Then there is a chance of damage to the nail base (bed) - you need a consultation with a podologist.

In other cases, it is recommended to think about strengthening the plate. The best option is biogel coating. Shellac can be applied on top of the nail. The artificial coating will protect the delicate skin under the nail from injuries and infections.

Nails break for various reasons: injury, blow, improperly performed manicure, too long nail. If the problem has become permanent, most likely, the body lacks nutrients. Soft nail plates indicate a lack of calcium, exfoliating - sulfur.

Broken nail repair

Aesthetics

If the skin under your fingernail is not damaged or only the extended nail is broken, it will not be difficult to repair the damage. Of course, it is best to contact a manicurist who will do the job professionally. But you can try to make repairs at home yourself.The decorative coating is best removed and then applied again.

5 ways to fix it yourself:

  1. Using clear varnish and a tea bag. The easiest and most affordable way to remove a crack from the side or in the middle of the nail. You need to cut a small piece of tea bag, drip clear varnish to the place of breakage and attach the cut material (using tweezers). A clear varnish should also be applied on top. After 15-20 minutes, when the varnish dries well, the nail must be sanded with a nail file or buff.
  2. With glue. A broken half or even a completely broken nail will help repair special glue. The usual “Moment” is not recommended because of the content of toxic substances. Special glue for nails is applied to the crack, and sprinkled with acrylic powder on top or a piece of tea bag, flax, cotton is applied. After drying, the repair site is polished. If a piece of nail breaks off, it is pre-soaked in hot water, and then glued to its original place.
  3. Using gel polish. A broken nail can be easily repaired if there is a UV lamp at home. To begin with, the coating is removed, the nail is degreased and the base is applied. Then it is immediately sprinkled with acrylic powder, paying special attention to cracks, and placed under the lamp. Further, the nail plate is slightly polished. The second layer for reliable strengthening is again applied base. The third layer is decorative.
  4. Using tips. If the nail is broken under the root, an ideal solution would be to use a patch plate. It is necessary to degrease the nail, drip the glue attached to the tips. Then you should press the false nail for 10-15 seconds. After the glue has completely dried, you can give it any shape and apply a decorative pattern.
  5. Special repair kit. Few know that in cosmetic stores ready-made kits for repairing broken nails are sold. They consist of glue, brush, cut non-woven material, other necessary items, and, of course, detailed instructions.
    Special set for repairing a broken nail

To make the nail plate grow faster, it is useful to use oils that contain O2 active oxygen (for example, P-Shine squalane oil). They process the entire nail, including the cuticle.

Damaged nails can be distinguished between simple and complex. In the first case, you can try to make home repairs by using special glue, clear varnish or other available means. With an open wound, it is better not to risk it and, after first aid, trust a specialist. Remember that health is more important than aesthetics!

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