A cheap treatment for strong nails

22 May 2010

My nails have been quite weak recently as a result of overwashing and have been prone to peeling and splitting. I had a quick look online and in Boots but most of the treatments were in the form of nail varnishes which I wasn't keen on.

I used to massage olive oil into my nails as a teenagers so I thought I'd give it another go, and I'm so glad I tried that first before buying anything, because after just 3 uses, my nails are now so much stronger, glossier and generally healthier looking.

I simply pour some olive oil onto a saucer, then use a cotton bud or my fingers to apply to my nails then massage in. I also like to rub some into my hands and give myself a mini hand massage. I normally leave it on for 15mins before washing off, but it can be left on for as long as you want to for a moisturizing treat.

If you suffer from weak peeling nails, dry hands or just fancy a pampering treat, I would definitely recommend giving this a go, as its such a cheap and effective treatment.

Are you a fan of olive oil as a beauty treatment? What are some of your favourite natural beauty products?

11 comments

Eden Angel22 May 2010 at 19:40
Ooh thanks for the tip! I use olive oil for my hair and it leaves it nice and soft. It is good as a leave in conditioner too. I heard you can use it as a cleanser, which I haven't tried! And my grandma uses it as a moisturiser for her hands. So many uses! x
Rosalyn22 May 2010 at 19:49
That has to be worth a go, mine are a state. Thanks for the tip!
*Peonies and lilies*22 May 2010 at 19:53
me :- Olive oil is such a great beauty product. Google oil cleansing method if you want more info about using it as a cleanser x

Primp and preen- Hope it works for you x
Rachel22 May 2010 at 20:53
Loving this idea! Will definitely be trying it :) xx
*Peonies and lilies*22 May 2010 at 21:29
Rachel- Let me know how you get on with it x
Anonymous22 May 2010 at 21:29
thanks for the tip! my nails have been peeling since winter, so i'll definitely give this a try!
Kim23 May 2010 at 06:13
cute nails! pretty blog!!! lovin everything. Hope u can follow my blog as well! i really appreciate that! im a happy follower of yours now thankss

kim
*Peonies and lilies*23 May 2010 at 19:23
AH- Definitely give it a try, let me know how you get on with it x

missKC027- Thanks for following :) x
Unknown24 May 2010 at 01:55
oh what an excellent piece of advice! id not thought about that before and my nails are blimmin' dreadful! thanks millions :) ill let you know progress once ive tried it xoxox
LilyRibbons24 May 2010 at 15:20
Hello :) I have sent you a tag on my blog xx
*Peonies and lilies*24 May 2010 at 15:53
Zoe- No problem, I hope it works really well for you x

LilyRibbons- Thanks lovely x