During 2020, I, like many others who were stuck inside, tried to learn how to DIY everything. Cutting my own hair, at-home waxing—you name it, I DIY’d it. And while I was in the middle of my 50th ...

Before you worry too much: Most white streaks on nails are harmless. However, if you have similar lines on many nails or a pair of lines that runs all the way across the nail, these could be signs ...

The most common conversations about fingernails typically revolve around the latest trends for manicures. You’ve probably heard plenty about different nail lengths, gel manicures, acrylics, unique ...

The most common cause of white marks on fingernails is trauma, usually from biting or chewing the nails or the skin around them. Over-zealous manicures can also be to blame, so be gentle, and avoid ...

Our fingernails are our version of animals’ claws, made from the same substance – keratin – as our hair, and the hooves and ...

Beau’s lines are ridges that develop across the nails. They happen when nail growth is interrupted at the nail matrix. They can result from environmental factors and some medical issues. Most people ...

It sounds weird but have a way of being less alarming than discolored fingernails (after all, when was the last time you washed your feet?). But just because you’re keeping your hands clean doesn’t ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Applying a fresh coat of nail polish can provide an immediate mood boost, but it can also be ...

After chemo treatment, my nails were like tree trunks — showing ages and environmental stress with ridges. There are some things doctors don’t always tell you about during your TEACH session, where ...

Sometimes it is the smallest detail that can indicate a major problem, especially when it comes to your health. If a certain type of ridging appears on your nails it could be a sign of many major ...