Unevenness on the nails not only spoil the impression of appearance, wavy nails on the hands may indicate negative changes in the body. Let's try to understand why the nails become wavy and what to do in order to restore them a healthy appearance.
What is the reason for wavy nails?
There are several factors that can influence the change in the surface of the nails.
Improper care
Sometimes wavy nails are the result of improper care. Unskilful cutting of the cuticle and removal of burrs, inaccurate cutting of nails, treatment with a rough file cause the formation of irregularities, transverse grooves. Eliminate cosmetic defects easily, just need to wait for the nail plates to grow back. And then we already recommend doing a manicure with a specialist or mastering the proper skills of nail care yourself.
Injury
Injuries of the nails, associated with bruises and pinching of the fingers, lead to the fact that the nail (or nails) on the arms became wavy. As the new nail grows, the unevenness disappears by itself.
Fungus
Bacterial or fungal infections ( mycoses ) entail deformation of the nails, changing their structure and color. Just want to warn you that not all kinds of fungi cause yellowing of the nail plates, as is commonly believed. We advise in infectious nail lesions to seek help from a dermatologist, so that he can perform laboratory tests to determine the type of pathogen. Directed systematic treatment will help to effectively cope with the infection, but self-medication does not bring the desired recovery, as an unsuitable medication can be used.
Internal illnesses
Furrows on the nails are a secondary sign of any ailment. So often the nail plates lose smoothness in pneumonia, influenza, anemia, arthritis and diseases associated with metabolic disorders. Nail deformation is also caused by eczema and psoriasis. After treating the underlying disease, it will be possible to take measures to combat nail defects.
Psychosomatics
It happens that there were no diseases and injuries, and the care is carried out correctly, and the fingernails for some reason are wavy. Experts are convinced: stressful situations, depression states are a common cause of negative changes in the body and appearance. We recommend to try to get distracted from the problems and switch to caring for your body, including nails. It is advisable to regularly make baths with sea salt , aromatic and vegetable oils, massage the nail bed, rub special means to nourish the nail plates and soften the cuticle.