Cut your nails too short (or, let’s be real, chewed them to the bone)?
Here’s how to make that stinging stop, according to experts.
It was basically my prime stress reliever.
Thats why a popular (albeit inarticulate) Google search is cut nail too short.
The nail has many functions, one being a protective armor for the underlying nail bed, Stern says.
The good news is, thats unlikely.
founder ofSundays
The nail will always grow back because the matrix (nail growth plate) has not been disturbed.
Its like cutting hair.
What should I do immediately after over-trimming my nails?
I also highly recommend keeping the area moisturized with an ointment or moisturizer of your choice.
My personal favorite moisturizer isDior Creme Abricot($30).
Cuticle oilcan also help.
A little goes a long way when it comes to soothing your nails and giving you some relief.
it’s possible for you to apply it numerous times a day.
(Looking for a more streamlined way to care for your nails?
founder ofSundays
Doing so will help prevent you from biting them in between trims.
Plus, shorter nails areless likely to breakon their own.
Having long nails is heavy on the cuticles, which will make them weak.
You dont want extra weight on it.
A nail-biter has a compulsive need to remove any longer nails, so its easier to keep them short.
Toenails grow slower and so require less frequent trimming.
Other ways to prevent nail biting?
If your nails are pretty and polished, you might not be as tempted to chew them.
If it worked for me, itll work for anyone.
Acute paronychia usually occurs from bacteria entering the skin surrounding the nail and requires medical attention.
(That is to say, call your doctor.)
These types of infections can affect both toenails and fingernails.
Acute paronychia on the fingernail commonly happens from tugging on a hangnail or cutting the cuticle, Stern says.
The cuticle is the nails natural protective seal and so removing it will provide an entry point for organisms.
Also it is important to cut the nail straight across and not on a curve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Looking for quick answers to your most burning nail-biting, pain-soothing questions?
Check them out, below.
Are there home remedies for healing cut nails?
As mentioned, keeping your nails clean is key.
How long does it take for over-cut nails to grow out?
Everyones nails are different and the rate at which they grow varies from person to person, Hanna says.
On average, fingernails grow about 18 inch per month.
I recommend taking a multivitamin to help support optimal nail growth, she adds.
Im really lovingMary Ruths Hair, Skin and Nails Gummies($30).
Can over-cutting/biting your nails cause long-term damage?
Again, it depends.
Over-cutting or biting your nail once isnt likely to cause lasting damage.
Doing it over and over again, however, can.
This is sometimes referred to as disappearing nail bed syndrome.
(Dont worry, though!
Stern admits that this phenomenon is relatively rare and typically only occurs after years of over-cut nail trauma.)
), but rehabbing the situation back to health is thankfully a fairly simple process.
…
Got it, you’ve been added to our email list.
