China Women's News (2006-04-07)

25-year-old Xiao Li is a fashionable and beauty-loving woman who enjoys applying thick layers of nail polish and drawing colorful patterns on her nails. However, due to long-term use of nail polish, her nails are now severely damaged. The doctor has advised her to refrain from using nail polish for at least six months.

It is understood that Xiao Li has been using nail polish containing strong volatile solvents for an extended period, which has caused damage to her nails. Experts suggest that when getting a manicure, one should choose nail polish with quality assurance. Inferior nail polish contains more alcohol and formaldehyde, which deprives the nails of essential nutrients needed for healthy growth. Some manicure processes involve filing the nails, which should be minimized as the surface of the nails is meant to protect them, and filing can directly lead to nail damage. Additionally, women who habitually use nail polish should give their nails a "break" because nails also need to rest and breathe.

According to doctors, nails are a "mirror" of human health. The primary function of nails is protective, shielding the fingers and toes from injury and aiding in performing delicate tasks. Healthy nails appear flesh-colored, semi-transparent, smooth, and shiny. Abnormal changes in the shape or color of nails often signal underlying health issues. Therefore, it is important to protect the nails and prevent them from being harmed.

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