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How to Fix a Broken Nail

12/03/2012 by Calleigh

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Post from: beautytips4her.com

I’m an optimistic person who can see the glass half full all the time, and there are very few things that can bring me down and ruin my day. Surprising or not, a split or cracked nail can have that effect on me and the last time something like this happened, I was on the verge of shedding a tear. Fortunately a friend suggested a remedy that sounded funny but it exceeded my expectations and helped me get over the unfortunate event immediately.

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Repairing a cracked nail with nothing more than a tea bag, some nail glue or base coat, a file and a scissor might sound like science fiction but I’ve got my shiny nail to prove it.

Since I couldn’t stand the idea of cutting all my nails for the sake of a cracked one, I jumped on the bandwagon and it took me less than five minutes to solve the problem. The idea is to cut the small piece of the teabag, in the shape and size that can be used to match the missing part of your nail.

Cracked-nails
Things you Need:

Tea Bag – meshed smooth kind of tea bag works best.
Scissors – (optional ) but I noticed that if you simply rip up the tea bag, it is more of a cinch to blend the edges.
Nail Buffer – To remove the roughness of the surface between layers and after finishing.
Nail Glue – to make the application more effortless, use a nail glue that come with a brush. Otherwise, you can apply a base coat.
Wood Stick – use to stick in the tea bag in place

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  • Clip the broken nail if possible, getting it as close to the tip of the finger or toe as you can. Gently file any snags, staying away from the split itself.
  • Trim the tea bag or coffee filter to the size of a small patch that can cover the break in the nail. Paint the broken nail with a coat of clear polish.
  • While it’s still tacky, gently place the trimmed tea bag/coffee filter over the broken part of the nail. Cover the nail with one or two more coats of polish.
  • To cover the tea bag, use a colored polish.
  • The final step is to buff over the nail one more time, and apply a finishing thin layer of base coat or glue to the nail and let it dry thoroughly before painting your nail with nail polish.

Filed Under: Beauty and Style, Beauty Tips and Tricks, Natural Remedies, Women Interest, Women's Health

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Comments

  1. rishika says

    01/18/2014 at 8:33 pm

    Hi…can u tell me tips for nail growth….my nails breaks very easily…and also my foot nails doesnt grow at all…how do I make grow my nails n make it stronger

    • Calleigh says

      01/20/2014 at 1:29 pm

      @Rishika,
      You can read my post here: https://beautytips4her.com/paying-too-much-heres-how-to-create-diy-nail-strengthener-recipe-better-for-less/

  2. Ana Pamela Tagadaya Yu says

    01/17/2014 at 7:33 pm

    Im so glad that you have this kind of tips for us who wants to use just simple and can can buy it at the nearest supermarket. Im also keeping some beauty-tips in my diary, I write them for future use.
    Thank you so much. Way to go.

  3. Zubaina Amna Ali says

    01/06/2014 at 8:57 pm

    Dis was somethng vich i was get worried abt bt thanx ur blog ROCKS!!

  4. Zilc74 says

    01/06/2014 at 4:37 pm

    Wow, where were you a week ago, I chopped all my nails because of one single chip! ๐Ÿ™‚ I love love love your blog! Instead of paying $60+ to silk wrap my nails, I can just pour out content of a tea bag and use the bag as a wrap! Who would had thought of this, but you! Genious ๐Ÿ™‚

  5. jasmine says

    12/18/2013 at 1:49 am

    This has not been clear to understand is it only tea plain bag or with tea powder in it. can u pl explain & for how long bag has to be attached. Thanks

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