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Nail Exfoliation: The Missing Piece to Your Perfect Nail Care RoutineYour nails deserve more |
Downsides of Nail Exfoliation While nail exfoliation boasts numerous benefits, it's essential to be mindful of potential downsides. Just as overly moist nails can be prone to peeling and splitting, nails that are excessively dried out from extensive buffing can suffer similar consequences. Excessive dryness renders the nail brittle, making it susceptible to damage from even minor trauma. This means that even a small nick can escalate into a larger split when nails lack moisture. Exfoliation might strip away too many nail layers, leaving them weak and prone to breakage. It can also cause irritation and sensitivity in the nail bed, potentially leading to inflammation. Moreover, if done too frequently or aggressively, it can disrupt the nails' natural balance, resulting in dryness, brittleness, and overall poor nail health.
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