It’s not vanity — it’s biology. Chemotherapy changes how your body renews itself, and your nails are part of that story.
Understanding what’s happening at the cellular level helps explain why nail protection during chemotherapy is both safe and smart self-care.
🔬 What the Research Shows
Clinical studies oncologists and dermatologist reports describe several overlapping effects of chemotherapy on nails:
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Damage to the nail matrix — The nail matrix is a group of fast-dividing cells beneath the skin that build the nail plate. Chemotherapy medicines can slow or stop that growth temporarily.
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Weakened bond between nail layers — When keratin production drops, nails may split, peel, or separate.
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Reduced circulation and inflammation — Blood flow to the fingertips can change, making nails more prone to lifting or discoloration.
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Increased sensitivity to friction or moisture — Everyday activities suddenly feel painful.
Together, these effects are what doctors refer to as chemotherapy nail toxicity.
🧠 Plain English Explanation
Think of your nails as tiny construction projects that never stop. Each week, your body adds a new layer of material from under the skin. Chemotherapy slows the builders and sometimes damages their tools. Without consistent protection, the "construction site" becomes fragile and exposed.
🧴 Why Protection Matters
When the nail barrier is disrupted, moisture escapes and irritants enter more easily. A gentle protective balm creates a breathable shield that keeps hydration in and harsh elements out — allowing the nail bed to recover naturally.
That concept — protection plus nourishment — led oncologists, dermatologists, and botanical scientists in the United Kingdom to develop a 100% natural formula that would do exactly that.
🌿 The Next Step in Supportive Care
Their research showed that targeted nail care could reduce pain and prevent serious damage. By creating a natural protective barrier on the nail and cuticle, patients experienced stronger, healthier nails throughout treatment.
Next week, we’ll look at that solution closely — how Polybalm was developed and clinically proven to work for people undergoing chemotherapy.
💚 Where to Find Polybalm
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