Are your nails dry and brittle? Do they break easily? Nails need conditioning too, and many of us skip this step in our beauty routine. The best way to restore dry and brittle nails is by regularly doing oil manicures. While this sounds like a lot of work, it really isn’t. All you need is an oil of your choice and a Q-tip. You apply a thin layer of oil with the Q-tip around your nails and give it a minute or two to sink in. But not all oils will be equally efficient. Let’s take a look at the most popular natural oils, and see which one would work best in your nail care routine.

The best oils for dry and brittle nails

Castor oil is regarded as the best nail oil available, especially if we wish to strengthen our nails and speed up their growth. Regular application not only makes them tougher but also smooths and softens cuticles. Castor oil will regenerate your nail plate and make your nails shiny in the process. However, this oil is very thick, and in most cases, it won’t absorb fully.

Argan oil has a high concentration of fatty acids and vitamin E. That will help our fingernails to quickly repair and become stronger. This oil shields the finger plate against damage caused by the sun, water loss, and other factors. There is a reason why argan oil is so popular in hair and nail care products.

Did you know that jojoba oil is the closest to the natural oils our bodies produce? That’s why it’s such a great choice for our nails, skin, and hair. It will smooth rough cuticles while also strengthening and nourishing fingernails. Since it is so light, it absorbs completely quickly. Your fingernails will become smooth and strong, and you will have no problem growing them out.

Almond oil is another thin oil that is ideal for use in oil manicures. Its light consistency makes application simple, and it will also help you to gently remove your cuticles. Almond oil is super hydrating, so if you struggle with dry nails, this is a great choice.

You can also make your own nail serum

While you can use any of these oils by themselves if you want to level up your manicure, why not make your own nail serum. Trust me, it’s not nearly as complicated as it sounds. First of all, you have to decide what your carrier oil will be. You can choose either one of those that we mentioned above, or you can pick a cheaper alternative like sunflower oil or olive oil. A carrier oil is simply the base of your serum, in other words, the one that will carry all of the other ingredients.

Now, you have to pick some boosters. These boosters can be a few drops of other oils you have laying around, but they can also be vitamin A or vitamin E capsules, aloe juice, essential oils, and beeswax. These boosters will elevate your nail serum, and if you pick a nice smelling essential oil, your serum won’t only care for your nails, but also give your sense of smell something to celebrate.

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