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7 Tips to Reduce the Risk of Splitting Nails

Nail splitting can happen from dry, damaged nails, nutrient deficiencies, and more.

Lauren Smith, MAMaria Robinson, MD, MBA
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Maria Robinson, MD, MBA
Updated on May 13, 2025
Reviewed by Maria Robinson, MD, MBA | May 13, 2025

Split nails can affect the look of your nails, but they can also be a sign of infections, vitamin deficiencies, and more. In this video, learn ways to relieve or reduce the risk of split nails.

You can read more about what causes split, cracked nails and how to deal with them here

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Maria Robinson, MD, MBA, is a board-certified dermatologist and dermatopathologist who has practiced dermatology and dermatopathology for over 10 years across private practice, academic, and telehealth settings. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatopathology.

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