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Whether you turn to it in times of stress or just can\u2019t resist a daily nibble, nail biting is one of the hardest beauty bad habits to break. And let\u2019s face it – if you\u2019re not a nail-biter, you\u2019ll probably never understand what\u2019s so compelling about it. No one likes the look of chewed, ragged nails, and who wants to ruin a perfectly good manicure by attacking it with your teeth? One way to help you stop chewing is to make your nails inaccessible. No, we\u2019re not talking about sellotaping gloves to your hands – we\u2019re talking about acrylic overlays<\/a>. Here,\u00a0<\/span>Tinu Bello from Colour Riot Nails explains why they could help nip your bad habit in the bud, and offers advice on other ways to beat it…<\/p>\n

By Daniela Morosini<\/p>\n

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How do acrylic nails help you stop biting your nails?<\/h3>\n

Acrylic nails form a hard layer that makes your natural nails inaccessible for biting. This protective barrier can help you grow your nails out and avoid the damage caused by constant chewing. Acrylics can also be shaped to your preference and need a weekly infill if you have a short nail bed.<\/div>\n

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What are some effective ways to distract yourself from nail biting?<\/h3>\n

Using simple items like a rubber band, blu-tack, or even a paperclip can help keep your hands occupied and away from your mouth. Playing with a Rubix cube or completing a sudoku puzzle are other distraction techniques people have found successful. The key is to have something to do with your hands during moments of stress.<\/div>\n

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Can gel or Shellac manicures help with nail biting?<\/h3>\n

Yes, Shellac manicures can act as a barrier that is harder to chew through than regular polish. While Shellac is less durable than acrylics, it is also less harsh on your nails and offers long-lasting shine. Combining Shellac with a distraction technique, like a stress ball, may boost your chances of quitting nail biting for good.<\/div>\n

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How long does it take to break the habit of biting your nails?<\/h3>\n

It is often said to take 21 days to break a habit like nail biting. Being patient and consistent with deterrents and new routines can help you succeed. Giving yourself incentives, such as booking a manicure after a month nibble-free, may provide extra motivation.<\/div>\n

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What should you do if you bite your cuticles as well as your nails?<\/h3>\n

Try treating yourself to a floral hand cream with a delicious scent. While the hand cream smells pleasant, it does not taste appealing, which may discourage you from chewing on your cuticles. This simple switch can make your hands less tempting to bite.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether you turn to it in times of stress or just can\u2019t resist a daily nibble, nail biting is one of the hardest beauty bad habits to break. And let\u2019s face it – if you\u2019re not a nail-biter, you\u2019ll probably never understand what\u2019s so compelling about it. No one likes the look of chewed, ragged […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3366,"featured_media":29763,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_yoast_wpseo_title":"Nail Biting: Complete Guide to Breaking the Habit | Treatwell","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"Discover how to stop nail biting with acrylic overlays, triggers, distraction techniques, and caring for your nails. Learn tips for healthier, styled nails.","_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","saswp_custom_schema_field":"{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How do acrylic nails help you stop biting your nails?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Acrylic nails form a hard layer that makes your natural nails inaccessible for biting. This protective barrier can help you grow your nails out and avoid the damage caused by constant chewing. Acrylics can also be shaped to your preference and need a weekly infill if you have a short nail bed.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are some effective ways to distract yourself from nail biting?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Using simple items like a rubber band, blu-tack, or even a paperclip can help keep your hands occupied and away from your mouth. Playing with a Rubix cube or completing a sudoku puzzle are other distraction techniques people have found successful. The key is to have something to do with your hands during moments of stress.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can gel or Shellac manicures help with nail biting?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes, Shellac manicures can act as a barrier that is harder to chew through than regular polish. While Shellac is less durable than acrylics, it is also less harsh on your nails and offers long-lasting shine. Combining Shellac with a distraction technique, like a stress ball, may boost your chances of quitting nail biting for good.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How long does it take to break the habit of biting your nails?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It is often said to take 21 days to break a habit like nail biting. Being patient and consistent with deterrents and new routines can help you succeed. Giving yourself incentives, such as booking a manicure after a month nibble-free, may provide extra motivation.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What should you do if you bite your cuticles as well as your nails?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Try treating yourself to a floral hand cream with a delicious scent. While the hand cream smells pleasant, it does not taste appealing, which may discourage you from chewing on your cuticles. This simple switch can make your hands less tempting to bite.\"}}]}","footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[94,56],"class_list":{"0":"post-29756","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-beauty","8":"tag-tr248","9":"tag-tt36","10":"entry"},"acf":{"post_credits":"Image credits: Rex Features, @colourriotnails Instagram","beauty_blog_post_button_title":"","beauty_blog_post_button":"","landscape_picture":29762,"blocks":[{"block_title":"Why it works","block_content":"

Acrylics are making a huge comeback in the style stakes - just look at the talons of Rihanna, Jennifer Lopez and Kylie Jenner! “Acrylic nails are great for serial nail biters who have tried every nail treatment and are at their wits’ end. Acrylic sets into hard form, so when applied it will be very hard to bite off”, explained Tinu. You literally can't get to them. “There are many misconceptions about acrylic nails, one being that it ruins your nail beds, but in fact for a nail biter it will help to grow them out as you are already ruining your nails with constant biting. Top tips when using acrylics as a deterrent for nail biting is that you will need an infill every week to help them to stay on, due to the lack of nail bed, and use cuticle oil twice a day to hydrate the cuticle and improve the appearance.” You don’t have to go for super-long talons if you don’t fancy - acrylics can be filed and shaped any way you like. Plus, they’re totally having a moment right now - trust us, getting acrylics means style AND substance.<\/p>\n","video_content":"","block_picture":29757},{"block_title":"Find your trigger","block_content":"

Bad habits don’t happen in a vacuum - there’s always a reason that lead to you picking up your nibbling ways. Sure, you might have been biting your nails for as long as you can remember, so even if you can’t remember what started it originally, you can certainly identify what triggers it now. Next time you find yourself absent-mindedly chowing down on your cuticles, stop and think about what you were just doing. Were you making a nerve-wracking phone call? Composing a difficult email? Thinking about future plans? Once you’ve worked out what sets you off, you’ve got a much better shot at stopping altogether. Next time your trigger comes along, you might even be able to catch yourself before your fingers end up in your mouth.<\/p>\n","video_content":"","block_picture":29758},{"block_title":"Try distraction techniques","block_content":"

Something as simple as a rubber band might be able to help. Arm yourself with a discrete distraction tool that you can use at work or on the bus without arousing too much attention - rubber bands to toy with, blu-tack to play with or even a paperclip to unfold. Just something to occupy your hands while you’re in that moment of needing to fiddle with something can take attention off of your nails and onto to something else. Half the battle is simply having something to do - so if you can move from your nails onto something else, you’re halfway there. Tinu added, “Playing with a Rubix cube or or tackling a suduko puzzle are things former nail biters have told me worked for them.”<\/p>\n","video_content":"","block_picture":29759},{"block_title":"Gloss over it","block_content":"

A gel manicure can work wonders - and not just in the style stakes. We’re all Shellac addicts over here at Treatwell towers because of the long-lasting colour and unbeatable shine it offers, but gels also have the added benefit of being that bit harder to gnaw through. Tinu agrees: “Shellac nails in my opinion are great. Shellac can serve as halfway point between a manicure with polish and a full set of acrylics. While Shellac is not as durable as acrylic, nor does it have the staying power, it is less harsh on the nails, helping your nails.” Combine a super-shiny Shellac with a distraction technique like a stress ball and you might be able to quit the chewing for good.<\/p>\n","video_content":"","block_picture":29760},{"block_title":"Need-to-knows","block_content":"

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    If your nail-biting extends to cuticle picking and ripping, try treating yourself to floral hand cream. Delicious to smell - not so delicious to taste.<\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n\t

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    It’s not just women who bite their nails - plenty of men turn to a good ol’ chew in times of stress.<\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n\t

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    Give yourself an incentive - if you manage to go a month nibble-free, why not book in for a manicure to celebrate?<\/p>\n\t<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","video_content":"","block_picture":29761}]},"yoast_head":"\nNail Biting: Complete Guide to Breaking the Habit | Treatwell<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover how to stop nail biting with acrylic overlays, triggers, distraction techniques, and caring for your nails. 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