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Next »A fitness instructor named Emily felt her nails tear slightly every time she exercised. Brittle texture and lines on her nails usually indicate dehydration,
Constant breakage and lines on your nails can make you avoid showing your hands, adding emotional stress to the physical discomfort.
Types of lines on nails Possible cause Key tip
Vertical ridges Aging or dehydration Fine lines from root to tip
Horizontal (Beau’s) Illness or stress Deep grooves on the nails
Deep grooves/multiple Protein deficiency Cracks on several nails
With color changes Infection or anemia Brown, yellow or white marks
Spoon-shaped/White Iron deficiency Curved or faint lines
Brittle with cleavage Vitamin or thyroid problems Breaking along the line
Normal smooth lines Natural aging Light back pain, no pain
Simple tips to strengthen your nails and reduce nail wrinkles
You’re probably wondering if there’s anything you can do about those lines on your nails right now. Small daily habits can improve the strength of your nails and make the lines less noticeable over time.
Start with a balanced plate full of biotin-rich foods like eggs and nuts to support nail growth and soften fine lines. Drink plenty of water daily, as dehydration makes fine lines more noticeable.
