Latest Nail Health Articles

What Causes White Spots on Fingernails?

​​White spots on fingernails are common. They are typically caused by injury. Read about what causes them and their connection to skin-related diseases.

Hannah YanAugust 11th 2018
White spots on fingernail

Black Nail Streaks: Causes and When to Worry

Nail black streaks are caused by many reasons. Learn about the many causes and the signs of nail melanoma.

Rebecca QuinonezJuly 20th 2018
Longutidinal melanonychia on the thumb

Traditional Chinese Medicine Approach to Nail...

Nail health reflects the health of your overall body in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Read the importance of liver balance for nail health in TCM.

Kristin Blake, MOM, LAcFebruary 21st 2018
nail health TCM perspective

The Effects of Different Manicures on Nail He...

Manicures help nails look beautiful but they may affect overall nail health. Learn about how different manicures affect nail health. Are you getting too much UV?

Elizabeth Usedom, MDFebruary 12th 2018
Red nail polish being applied during a manicure