How to Repair a Split Fingernail

This technique will allow you to fix artificial or real nails. The secret is to catch the split before the nail completely breaks. This repair is the best and the longest lasting repair. You will be amazed how long this repair will last you.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Fiberglass
• Nail Polish Remover
• Nail Polish
• Buffer
• File Glue

1. Take polish off if needed.

2. File the edge of the split until it feels like it will not snag on anything.

3. Cut a piece of fiberglass into a strip wide enough to cover over the split. Do not cover whole fingernail with fiberglass.

4. Apply glue on top of the strip a little at a time. You did not get the strip in place right or made a mistake use acid tone nail polish remover to remove glue and strip. Then reapply the strip.

5. Wait for your nail to dry. Then buff the top of your nail smooth.

6. Put base coat on or clear polish. Let base coat/clear polish dry completely.

7. Choose a color polish to your liking.

8. Apply the polish and let dry.

Tips & Warnings

• Take your time you will do a better job.
• Be careful not to glue any thing but the strip.

[shenandoah]

on 11/2/2009 Great article on repair a split fingernail. You can get the fiberglass at a beauty supply store?

[jenng]

on 10/28/2009 GREAT ARTICLE ON How to Repair a Split Fingernail 5*

[askapeach]

on 10/24/2009 Very well written with helpful photos.

[look4writing]

on 10/23/2009 I do not think I will ever personelly use this tip, but if anyone asks. I have the ansewer 5* and a Rec.

[andhowto]

on 10/23/2009 awsome article! thanks!