Keep Nails Clean and Dry

Clean, dry nails are the first step to preventing infection and promoting healthy growth. Moist environments can allow bacteria and fungi to thrive. Always dry your hands thoroughly and avoid biting or picking at your nails.

Trim Nails Straight Across

Cutting your nails straight across and gently rounding the tips with a file can help prevent breakage and painful snags. Keeping them at a moderate length also reduces the chances of tearing.

Moisturize with Cuticle Oil Daily

Dry cuticles are one of the biggest contributors to weak, peeling nails. One of the best things you can do is apply cuticle oil regularly.

At Deja Vu Salon, we offer a luxurious, salon-grade Cuticle Nourishing Oil made with a blend of jojoba, almond, and vitamin E oils. It’s designed to deeply hydrate the nail bed, improve flexibility, and promote natural nail growth.

Using our cuticle oil once or twice a day will not only keep your nails strong and moisturized—it also helps prolong the life of your manicure. Ask about it during your next visit or message us online to order!

Avoid Harsh Chemicals

Many drugstore nail products contain harmful chemicals like formaldehyde, toluene, and DBP, which can weaken your nails over time. Look for non-toxic, '5-free' or '10-free' polishes and gentle, non-acetone removers.

Use a Strengthening Base Coat

A good base coat does more than help your polish stick—it adds a layer of protection and can contain vitamins or proteins that strengthen your nails. Ask our technicians which base coat is best for your specific nail type.

Protect Nails from Water and Harsh Detergents

Wearing gloves while cleaning or washing dishes is one of the easiest ways to preserve your manicure and prevent brittle nails. Waterlogged nails can peel, split, or become soft over time.

Don’t Use Nails as Tools

Your nails are not screwdrivers or label scrapers. Using them to pry or pull can cause cracks and splits that are hard to repair. Be kind to your nails—they’re delicate!

Taking care of your nails is easier than you think. With the right habits and products, anyone can grow strong, healthy nails—even if they've struggled in the past.

Book your next manicure at Deja Vu Salon and let our expert nail techs help you care for your natural nails the right way. Don’t forget to grab our best-selling Cuticle Nourishing Oil while you're here!