Cosmetology and brittle nails
Abimelec, P.
La Revue du Praticien 50(20): 2262-2266
2000
ISSN/ISBN: 0035-2640 PMID: 11217130 Document Number: 518856
The knowledge of manicure techniques and nail cosmetics compositions are a prerequisite to the understanding of their potential side effects. The brittle nail syndrome is a common problem that roughly affect 20% of women. We will review the etiologic hypothesis, describe the various presentations, and suggest a treatment for this perplexing problem.