How do nail polishes work?
Before we get to the point, it’s worth understanding how nail polishes work. Each polish consists of several basic ingredients: solvent, resin, plasticizer, and pigment. These ingredients are responsible for the color, durability, and shine of our manicure. In theory, nails, being dead tissue, should not react to a change or lack of change in polish. But is that really the case?
Can nails “get used”?
Scientifically speaking, nails do not have the ability to get used to one type of polish. What we experience is more of a subjective feeling related to the condition of our nails. This can be caused by many factors, such as changes in diet, environment, or even stress levels. Sometimes it may seem like the polish has stopped working because our nails become more brittle or less flexible.
What can affect nail condition?
There are many factors affecting the condition of our nails. Poor diet, stress, excessive use of chemical products, or lack of proper care can cause nails to become weaker. In such a situation, changing the polish may seem necessary, but we should really focus on improving the overall condition of the nails.
Variety in care
Although nails themselves cannot get used to one type of polish, variety in care is crucial. Using different products, changing conditioners, and taking regular breaks from polish can help maintain healthy and strong nails. Occasionally, it’s worth giving nails a “break” from colored enamels by using nourishing oils or regenerative serums.
Easy Nails’ opinion
Our opinion at Easy Nails is that although nails cannot get used to one type of polish, it’s worth taking care of their health through varied care. Regularly changing products can be beneficial, as different compositions can provide nails with various nutrients. It’s also important to remember that a healthy diet and lifestyle play a key role in the condition of our nails.
What do you think? Do you have your favorite products that you’ve been using for years, or do you experiment with new ones? Share your opinion in the comments. What is your opinion on this topic? Have you noticed that your nails respond better to changes, or do you stick to tried and true solutions?
For those who would like to learn more about the ingredients of polishes and their impact on nails, we recommend an article on the Healthline website [link](https://www.healthline.com) (article in English).
