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Nail Anatomy

finger nails growing crooked

Why Do Nails Grow Crooked and What It Means

July 16, 2026 Nail Anatomy

Why do nails grow crooked? The answer starts in the nail matrix, the hidden tissue that controls growth direction. Genetics, past injuries, age, and matrix…

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Natural fingernails on a dominant hand showing healthy nail growth and length

Dominant Hand Nail Growth: What Science Says

July 13, 2026 Nail Anatomy

Do nails really grow faster on your dominant hand? Science says yes, mostly. Discover the role of blood circulation, the nail matrix, and why some…

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middle finger fingernail grows faster than any other nail on your hand

Nail Growth Rate: Why Some Nails Grow Faster

July 9, 2026 Nail Anatomy

Your middle fingernail grows faster than any other. Nails grow 20 percent faster in summer. Your dominant hand outpaces the other by 10 percent. The…

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Nail matrix damage

What Happens If the Nail Matrix Is Damaged

June 22, 2026 Nail Anatomy

The nail matrix is the hidden growth centre behind every nail you have ever grown. Understanding what happens if the nail matrix is damaged, and…

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cuticle vs living skin around the nail plate

Cuticle vs Living Skin: What You Remove vs What You Leave Alone

April 24, 2026 Nail Anatomy

If you’re new to nail care, one of the most confusing areas is understanding the difference between the cuticle and the skin around the nail.…

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Ingrowing Toe Nail - Ingrown Toenail

Ingrowing or Ingrown Toenail – Causes, Symptoms and Care Advice

November 13, 2025 Nail Anatomy

Understanding an Ingrowing vs Ingrown Toenail An ingrowing toenail occurs when the edge of the nail starts pressing into the surrounding skin. An ingrown toenail…

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