Your nails are breaking or splitting: this detail reveals a problem

It’s not uncommon to see white spots or ridges on our nails. Even worse, at certain times, they can become brittle. But what does this say about our health ? Is it a cause for concern? Let’s take a closer look.

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Between repeated manicures, washing dishes, gardening, hot baths, and even minor injuries, our nails are put to the test. Like all parts of the body, they can suffer damage. As a result, they can change in appearance, break, split, and develop white spots. These spots are often a reflection of other minor health problems. An OPI manicure expert reveals everything they can tell us about our health.

White nail: why do I have white spots on my fingernails and toenails?

Do you notice small white spots on your nails? Don’t panic, these little marks are simply air bubbles. “They have nothing to do with calcium deficiency!” declares Alexandra Falba, OPI manicure expert. Let’s dispel some myths. “The nail is made up of dozens of layers of keratin that are compressed together,” she explains. ” When you experience a slight impact on the nail, the layers separate superficially.” This phenomenon is what creates the appearance of the white spot. These small spots should, of course, not be confused with leukonychia, which is a discoloration of the nail.

Micro-trauma can be caused by all sorts of everyday activities Housework, nail biting, typing on a computer keyboard, washing dishes… Even if it’s not painful, our nails can suffer. As surprising as it may seem, these white spots can develop on your toes following an injury or a nail disease : fungal infection.