Human nails are as strong as a horse’s hooves, according to research. But still, we keep breaking them! Cracking fingernails is quite a common problem and it can be caused by dryness, too much moisture, excessive use of nail polish remover, and so on. Thankfully, there are a lot of simple natural remedies out there that can help you achieve the set of nails you desire without going to salons.

Bright Side has found out about some of these remedies for our readers. Take a look below!

1. Apply cucumber.

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Coconut oil can nourish and moisturize your nails and keep your cuticles healthy. Take a few drops of coconut oil and massage your nails with it till it’s absorbed. Doing so will heal your nail beds and make them strong.

9. Soak in apple cider vinegar and water.

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To treat infected nails, soak them in a solution made of equal parts water and apple cider vinegar. Keep your nails soaked for about 30 minutes. Or for a quicker remedy, you can apply apple cider vinegar to your infected fingernails with cotton swabs.

10. Use garlic.

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There are far too many uses for garlic to write down in a list, but something it’s great for is curing toenail fungus. Garlic cloves contain antimicrobial properties that can keep annoying fungus at bay. Crush some garlic cloves and make a paste, then apply it to the infected area.

Weak nails could also be a sign of an underlying condition. If you’re not sure if your problem is just cosmetic, it’s advised to consult a doctor before trying out these natural remedies.

Have you tried any of these remedies before? How do you tackle the problem of brittle nails?