When winter comes knocking, our nails send out an SOS too. Between the biting cold and dry air, they become fragile, dehydrated, and rebellious. But no worries: we’ve created the ultimate winter nail care routine just for you. Expert treatments and clever tips to keep your nails in top shape, even when it’s 15° F below zero. Discover our Winter Arc for happy, healthy nails!
Why are nails more fragile in winter?
Winter’s chill doesn’t spare our hands, and nails often take the brunt of it. Dry air, sudden temperature shifts, and lack of sunlight all upset your nails’ natural balance.
The effects of cold on your nails
Cold weather and the dry air caused by indoor heating lead to overall dehydration, and your nails are no exception. On top of daily aggressors, the contrast between heated interiors and icy outdoor air dries out and weakens the nail structure. Add seasonal fatigue, reduced blood circulation in your hands, and possible vitamin and nutrient deficiencies, and you’ve got a recipe for weakened nails.
Warning signs to look out for
Keep an eye out for these telltale signs:
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Peeling nails with damaged keratin layers.
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Brittle nails that snap at the slightest knock.
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Tired-looking nails that grow slowly or unevenly.
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Dry cuticles that may be irritated and no longer protect against external aggressors.
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Dull nails lacking shine.
As soon as you spot any of these early signs, it’s time to take action with a tailored care routine.
Dull, brittle or peeling? Your nails are feeling the chill.
A powerful winter manicure routine
For strong, radiant nails, here are the must-haves to include in your winter manicure routine for an easy yet effective nail care ritual.
Hydrate hands and nails to fight off the cold
Priority number one for your winter routine: hydration to counter the season’s drying effects. To hydrate your nails, the Nail Moisturizing Duo is the go-to set you’ll be reaching for all winter. It includes:
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Complete Serum, a nourishing serum packed with plant glycerin and chestnut extract for deep, lasting hydration. Massage it into nails and cuticles once or twice a day.
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Base 5.5, a protective base enriched with natural ingredients (aloe vera, vitamin C, ginseng) to be applied on clean, bare nails every other day for two weeks without removing between coats. You can also use it as a base coat before applying Green™ nail polish.
🛡️For full protection against temperature fluctuations, remember to hydrate both your hands and your nails. Pair your nail treatments with a daily application of a hydrating hand cream. Enriched with coconut oil, rapeseed wax, and aloe vera, our Hand Cream intensely nourishes the skin. The ideal companion for soft, comfortable, and protected hands all day long, with mood-lifting scents of rose, lavender or orange blossom.
💡Tip: protect your hands from the cold with warm gloves when you’re out and about, and wear protective gloves when using household cleaning products to avoid overexposure to moisture.
Nail Moisturizing Duo & Hand Cream, your go-to winter heroes.
Strengthen to combat seasonal fatigue
Beyond the effects of the cold, winter can take a toll on the body due to a lack of sunlight, which often leads to vitamin D deficiency and low energy levels. This can cause nails to become fragile and more prone to breakage. To give them a much-needed boost, treat them to these two ultra-nourishing products:
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Nourishing Cuticle Oil: this nail and cuticle oil blends 6 botanical oils, including sweet almond and coconut. It restores and reinforces the nail’s natural defenses. Apply one drop daily to bare nails and massage into nails and cuticles.
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Nourishing Nail Pen: enriched with castor oil, vitamin E, and pistachio extract, this clever pen format is your winter essential, perfect for on the go nourishment anytime.
Give your nails the care they deserve with treatments rich in plant oils and vitamins.
Stimulate nail growth
In winter, another common issue is sluggish blood circulation in the hands, which can affect the production and synthesis of keratin in the nail matrix. Keep your nails growing strong with treatments specially designed to stimulate growth, such as:
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Nail Strengthening Serum: a nail hardener formulated with plant keratin, silicon, and biotin that works deep within the nail to restore its density. Apply to bare nails one to three times a day for a week. Let it absorb completely without rinsing or massaging.
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Nail Boost supplements: formulated to deliver the essential vitamins and minerals needed for healthy nail growth. Take them as a two month maintenance course, two capsules a day, repeating two to three times a year.
Kick-start nail growth with Nail Strengthening Serum and Nail Boost.
Bring back your nails' natural glow
Active™ care polishes for glossy nails all winter long
Enriched with powerful natural ingredients (including sweet almond oil and extracts of castor oil, beetroot, red fruits, and lemon), the Active™ care polishes are designed to deeply strengthen nails while boosting their shine when they need it most. No base coat or top coat needed: just swipe on and enjoy instant color and shine. Play with layers and finishes for high-gloss nails with a personalized touch.
Add winter shine to your nails with our Active™ care polishes.
This winter’s trendiest nail polish shades
For a head-turning winter manicure, browse our seasonal picks from the Green™ and Green Flash™ nail polish collections. Chic burgundies, elegant milk nails, shimmering iridescents... our range of shades and nail art ideas are here to help you rock a joyful, stylish winter. And for a seamless seasonal look, don’t miss our winter color guide for pedicures.
As you can see, looking after your nails in winter is easier than you think. With the right routine and high-quality care, you’ll enjoy strong, hydrated, glowing nails and beautiful hands, whatever the temperature. Your move ❄️🎒💅
