Human fingernails serve many purposes. This strong coating on our fingertips helps protect our fingers during gripping, which also shields us from infections since we're less at risk for injury. They ...

Healthy fingernails are smooth and appear in different colors as they grow out. But they’re actually transparent. Fingernails can look white at the base, pink on the majority of the nail, and white or ...

People are increasingly opting for regular manicures – with vibrant layers of polish, gel, acrylic or powder. Manicure popularity (velvet nails are among the latest looks) could be down to fashion, ...

Brittle nails (onychoschizia) are a common issue that often occurs due to moisture imbalances, repeated damage, and aging. A person’s nails may start splitting at the free end of the nail. Other ...