How to Make a Nail Strengthening Treatment

You can strengthen fingernails using a natural treatment.

Your nails include a protective covering made up of dead cells and keratin. You can strengthen your nails using a natural henna treatment. This nail treatment is neutral, but it takes on a deep color when drying. The treatment will not stain the nails.

Things You'll Need

• 1 cup water
• 1/2 tsp. neutral henna powder
• Mixing bowl
• Small spatula
• Cotton swab
• Towel
• Small jar with lid

Instructions

1. Bring the water to a boil, then measure out 1/2 cup of the boiling water and pour it into a small mixing bowl.

2. Add in the neutral henna powder and stir it together with a small plastic spatula or small wooden spoon. Mix it together until it becomes a paste.

3. Allow the mixture to sit for five minutes, then use a cotton swab to apply the mixture over all your nails. Apply it in a thick layer.

4. Allow the mixture to dry on the nails for 10 minutes, then rinse with cool water and dry the nails with a towel.

5. Store any leftovers of the mixture in a small glass jar with a lid. It can be left in the refrigerator for a couple weeks.

6. Use the mixture once every week or two for best results.

References

• 101 Life Style: Homemade Nail Treatments