So, diseases of your nail bed might creep in without you even noticing them.

This is true of the nail disease known as eggshell nail, or hapalonychia.

As a result, they might split or fray at the ends for no apparent reason.

Hand with brittle nails

And just a small amount of pressure on them can make your nails split or even snap off.

It also makes fake nails and manicures nearly impossible to achieve.

However, it’s worth noting that eggshell nails don’t just happen for no reason.

Broken fingernail

They typically have an underlying cause that can be treated, which will give your nails renewed life.

One to look out for is eggshell nails.

Eggshell nails can manifest from several different disorders, according toJohn Montgomery Yost, MD, MPH.

Person applying lotion to hand

However, malnutrition, stressors, vitamin deficiency, and environmental factors can all be fixed at home.

You just need to take a few extra steps to get your nails back to their full health again.

They have a lot to say about the overall health of your body.