During 2020, I, like many others who were stuck inside, tried to learn how to DIY everything. Cutting my own hair, at-home waxing—you name it, I DIY’d it. And while I was in the middle of my 50th ...

Fingernails, often overlooked, are biological indicators of health. Conditions like clubbing, white flecks (leukonychia), blue nails, dark lines, spoon nails, and horizontal ridges can signal ...

Beau’s lines are ridges that develop across the nails. They happen when nail growth is interrupted at the nail matrix. They can result from environmental factors and some medical issues. Most people ...

Broken and brittle nails are not uncommon, but if you’re seeing white spots on your nails, also known as leukonychia, it’s understandable to be concerned. “Leukonychia is a condition where people get ...

Most people think of nails as something to paint, trim, or show off, but they’re much more than that — they’re tiny health reporters. The shape, color, and growth of your nails can reveal a lot about ...

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD If you have yellow nails, this could be a sign of aging, smoking, or yellow nail ...