Superb Ways To Strengthen Hair, Skin, And Nails

No More Smoking

Did you know smoking essentially starves the skin of oxygen? This results in dull, gray, and lifeless looking skin. It can also increase wrinkles and sagging skin, as smoking breaks down elastin and degrades collagen. Perhaps the most significant detriment, however, is that smoking dramatically increases an individual’s risk of skin cancer, which significantly impacts the appearance of skin and puts the individual’s life at risk in severe cases. Research has also theorized that smoking restricts oxygen to the hair in the same way it does to the skin, which accounts for smoking causing dull and lifeless locks. Furthermore, smoking causes yellow stains on the nails (same as teeth), and may also increase brittleness.

Nothing about smoking helps your hair, skin, and nails. But quitting smoking now can help increase oxygen to the hair and skin, and stop the progression of yellow stains on nails. Reduce the risk of skin cancer by quitting as well. Over the counter stop-smoking aids like patches and gum can increase the chances of successfully stop. Consult with your doctor to develop a detailed plan to help you improve your chances of quitting smoking successfully.

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