Nail Tips

Dr Tom vs CND RescueRXx: Which Nail Strengthener Works Better?
Dr Tom vs CND RescueRXx: Which Nail Strengthener Works Better?
Both Dr Tom Nailcare and CND RescueRXx are absorption-based keratin treatments — but which works better comes down to evidence and structure. See how the lab-tested data compares. Read more...
Hand in soil
Why Gardeners Get Weak, Stained Nails
Soil, staining, and constant wet work take a real toll on gardeners' nails. A doctor explains why, and what genuinely helps. Read more...
New mother's hands with brittle nails
Postpartum Nail Changes
Postpartum nail changes are common and usually temporary. A doctor explains why new mums' nails weaken and break, and what helps. Shop the science. Read more...
UK Tightens Gel Nail Rules — What It Actually Means for Your Nails
UK Tightens Gel Nail Rules — What It Actually Means for Your Nails
The UK is banning key gel nail ingredients in stages through 2026. Here's what's actually changing, why regulators acted, and how to rehab your nails after gel damage — regardless... Read more...
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Ridges, Ripples and Peeling: What Your Nails Are Actually Telling You
Vertical ridges, peeling layers, white spots, spoon-shaped nails — most nail changes fall into a handful of recognisable patterns. Here's what's behind each one, what actually helps, and when it's... Read more...
How I Strengthened My Nails to Play Guitar Again
How I Strengthened My Nails to Play Guitar Again
A Lucky Night in ChristchurchA few weeks ago I got to play Albeniz's Asturias with an orchestra in Christchurch, in front of about 800 people. It's a piece I'd quietly... Read more...
The 20 year passion project: Dr Tom Talks Science, Purpose and New Zealand's Rivers on the ALT Podcast
The 20 year passion project: Dr Tom Talks Science, Purpose and New Zealand's Rivers on the ALT Podcast
Dr Tom Cawood recently joined David Melse on the ALT Podcast. Read more...
Why Do My Nails Keep Breaking? Causes and Solutions
Why Do My Nails Keep Breaking? Causes and Solutions
If you're wondering why do my nails keep breaking, you're not alone. It's one of the most common questions we hear. Nails that split at the tips, snap when you... Read more...
Best Nail Strengthener for Brittle Nails: What Actually Works
Best Nail Strengthener for Brittle Nails: What Actually Works
If you're looking for the best nail strengthener for brittle nails, you're not alone. Brittle nails are one of the most common complaints we hear about. Nails that split at... Read more...
How to Repair Nails After Gel Damage: A Recovery Guide for Weak Nails
How to Repair Nails After Gel Damage: A Recovery Guide for Weak Nails
If you're trying to figure out how to repair nails after gel damage, you're not alone. This is one of the most common problems women come to us with. The... Read more...
Best Nail Strengthener for Women Over 50: What Actually Works
Best Nail Strengthener for Women Over 50: What Actually Works
If you're looking for the best nail strengthener for women over 50, you're not alone. This is one of the most common nail problems we hear about. Around the time... Read more...
Nail Hardener vs Nail Strengthener: Which is Better
Nail Hardener vs Nail Strengthener: Which is Better
Nail hardener vs nail strengthener is a question with a clear answer, even though most articles online use the two terms interchangeably. They're not the same thing. Hardeners coat the... Read more...