When winter knocks on the door, our nails send out an SOS. Between biting cold and dry air, they become fragile, dry, and rebellious. No need to panic: we have designed a winter routine tailored just for you. Expert treatments and clever tips to care for your nails in winter, even at -15°C. Discover our special nail Winter Arc!
Why are our nails more fragile in winter?
Winter cold spares neither our hands nor our nails. Dry air, sudden temperature changes, and lack of light all disrupt your nails' natural balance.
The effects of cold weather on nails
Cold weather and dry indoor heating lead to overall dehydration, and your nails are no exception. Beyond daily aggressions, thermal shocks between heated indoors and freezing outdoors dry out and weaken the nail structure. Add seasonal fatigue, reduced blood circulation in the hands, and deficiencies in essential vitamins and nutrients, and you have the perfect storm that takes a toll on your nails.
The warning signs
Here are the key signs to watch closely:
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Splitting nails with damaged keratin structure.
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Brittle nails that have lost their flexibility and break at the slightest impact.
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Tired nails that grow slower or unevenly.
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Dry cuticles, sometimes irritated, that no longer serve their protective role against external aggressors.
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Dull nails lacking radiance.
At the very first signs of weakness, take action immediately with a tailored routine.
Dull, brittle, or splitting nails? Your nails are sensitive to the cold.
An effective winter manicure routine
For strong, radiant nails, here are our winter manicure essentials for a simple, effective nail care routine!
Hydrating hands and nails to counter the effects of the cold
Goal #1 of your winter routine: hydration, to counteract the drying effects of the winter season. To hydrate your nails, the Nail Moisturizing Duo is the perfect care kit you won't want to part with all winter long. It combines:
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The Complete Serum is a nourishing serum concentrated in plant glycerin and chestnut extracts for deep, long-lasting hydration. Apply once or twice a day, massaging into nails and cuticles.
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Base 5.5 is a protective base enriched with natural active ingredients (aloe vera, vitamin C, ginseng) applied to bare, clean nails every 2 days for 2 weeks, without removing polish between applications. You can also use it as a Base Coat before applying Green™ nail polish.
🛡️If you want to create a true barrier against temperature shifts, the best approach is to hydrate your hands & nails. Pair your nail care routine with daily application of a moisturizing hand cream. Enriched with coconut oil, rapeseed wax, and aloe vera, the Hand Cream deeply hydrates the skin. The perfect choice for soft, comfortable, and protected hands all day long, complete with a delicate rose, lavender, or orange blossom scent that instantly boosts your mood!
💡Tip: remember to protect your hands from the cold by wearing warm gloves when heading outdoors. Avoid overexposure to moisture by wearing protective gloves when handling household cleaning products.
Nail Moisturizing Duo & Hand Cream: your allies to help your hands brave the cold.
Strengthen to fight seasonal fatigue
Beyond the cold, the body also suffers in winter from a lack of sunlight, leading to a vitamin D deficit and lower energy levels. The result: fragile, less resilient nails. Giving them a boost is essential to prevent breakage. Strengthen your nails with these 2 ultra-nourishing treatments:
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Green Oil: this nail and cuticle oil blends 6 botanical oils, including sweet almond oil and coconut oil. It regenerates fibers and strengthens the nail's natural defenses. Apply one drop daily to bare nails, massaging into nails and cuticles.
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The Perfecting Concentrate: concentrated with castor oil, vitamin E, and mastic tree resin extracts, this applicator pen will be your winter BFF to take anywhere to nourish your nails anytime.
Pamper your nails with treatments rich in plant oils and vitamins.
Stimulating nail growth
Another winter phenomenon affecting hands and nails: less active blood circulation that can disrupt the production and synthesis of keratin within the nail matrix. Preserve your nails' strength with treatments designed to stimulate their growth, such as:
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The Keratin Booster: a nail hardener whose formula based on plant keratin, silicon, and biotin works at the heart of the nail plate to restore its density. Apply to bare nails 1 to 3 times a day for a week. Allow to dry until fully absorbed, without rinsing or massaging.
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Nail Boost dietary supplements help provide the essential vitamins and minerals needed for healthy nail growth. Take as a 2-month maintenance cure, 2 capsules per day, to repeat 2 to 3 times a year.
Revive nail growth with Keratin Booster and Nail Boost.
Restoring radiance and color to your nails
Active™ treatment polishes for shiny nails in the dead of winter
Packed with powerful natural active ingredients (including sweet almond oil, castor oil, beetroot, red berries, and lemon extracts), Active™ treatment polishes strengthen nails deep down while boosting their radiance right when they need it most. No Base Coat or Top Coat needed: get a trendy look in a single step and switch up ultra-glossy finishes by playing with different effects and layering coats of polish.
In winter, boost your nails' radiance with Active™ treatment polishes.
Trending nail polish colors for winter
For a drop-dead gorgeous winter manicure, discover our seasonal selection of Green™ & Green Flash™ nail polishes. From chic burgundies to delicate milk nails, including frosted and sparkling pearlescent shades, our colour palette and Nail Art ideas will keep your winter joyful and stylish! And for a perfectly matching look, explore our selection of winter colours for your pedicures.
As you can see, taking care of your nails in winter is child's play. By adopting the right routine and high-quality care, you ensure strong, hydrated, and radiant nails, and beautiful hands despite dropping temperatures. Over to you! ❄️🎒💅
