Stop Chomping: The 8 Best Products for Kicking the Nail Biting Habit
* Products to naturally prevent you from biting your nails
* Many also promote nail health and growth
* Use them with nail polish or on their own
Whether it’s a nervous habit, or an absent minded habit you’ve had since you were a kid, nail biting is a hard problem to kick. Spy has sourced eight great products to get you closer to those long, healthy nails you’ve always envied on your friends.
1. Prefer Beauty Stainless Steel Nail Clipper Kit
One of the first methods of attack when kicking your nail biting habit is to keep them short, so there’s not much left to chew on. This 12-piece nail clipping kit includes a toenail clipper, nail clipper, diagonal nail clipper, multi-purpose scissor, cuticle trimmer, ear pick, single-edged double-sided push stick, eyebrow tweezer, peeling knife, nail file, blackhead needle and loop remover, V-shaped push stick to push back those unsightly cuticles. At $10, it’s a steal of a deal.
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2. Hard as Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream
Designed to strengthen nails and cuticles, this cream is coconut scented and also doubles as a hand lotion. Long-lasting, it works to prevent cracks and chips.
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3. Barielle No Bite Pro Growth
It’s odorless and invisible, but the taste is intensely bitter to help discourage biting. You can apply it by itself or over polish, and it’s safe for children.
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4. Foxbrim Organic Neem Oil
This natural herbal substance is filled with healthy fatty acids and antioxidants that nurture dry, brittle nails. Apply it directly to your nails, and the naturally bitter taste works as a deterrent, which will improve their health and promote growth in a natural, non-toxic way.
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5. Nail Quail Anti-Biting Pen
It’s barely detectable–odorless and transparent–but incredibly bitter to deter nibbling. It works like a click pen that you can simply brush on your nails. It’s easy to bring with you on-the-go so that you’re ready when the urge comes.
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6. Julep Mighty Nail and Cuticle Serum
This serum was formulated to build keratin and collagen while repairing dry and damaged cuticles. Apply it to the cuticle area twice daily to prevent brittleness.
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7. Control-It Stop Nail Biting
Safe for children, this cream is designed to stop nail biting and prevent thumb sucking. It rubs on easily, and the bitter taste works as a natural, harmless deterrent.
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8. The Berenstain Bears and the Bad Habit
Creams as serums not working? How about some sage advice from your favorite bear family? In this adventure, the Bears help Sister Bear break her nail-biting habit. You’re never too old to quit–or enjoy a fun story.
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