u/Dazzling-Affect5954

TLDR: My nails are so over filed I had to skip my service today & will need to so for the next several months. And I can't stop crying.

I feel so stupid for bawling so much, but I'm so defeated. I've been growing my nails out under my gelx since March. I had to do a trim in April due to one breaking during a week between sets.

I go to a membership based shop so we can't select a specific tech, but are told that all techs have the same training, etc. I found that quickly to not be true but overall my medium length gelx nails came out decent. I have not had any other work or removal other than here since March.

I go in for my service today, and the nail tech after removing my nails basically told me my nails were in such poor condition from being over filed, that I wouldn't even be able to get a clear gelx​ coat to protect them. I look at my nails, and they look like they've been drug behind a Hummer on a NASCAR track. They are thin, see-through, flexible, and now all and even length from splintering. I was told to just do nothing and baby them for the next several months. My only option is "dazzle dry polish", which despite the claims lasted all of 5 days before chipping.

I hate the way my hands look right now. I can't stop crying and am going to get myself ice cream.

Photo 1: nails today 7/3

Photo 2: last set from June 7th

Photo 3: natural nails prior to appt on June 7th (same day)

please share your similar stories of nail recovery 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

My skin care routine is such an important part of the evening. It calms me and helps me settle down for bed. The product varies depending on my skins needs, but the method is the same.

Cleanse --> tone --> serum --> moisturize --> SPF / oil

Products I will absolutely purchase again / stocked up on:

• BPure Eye Serum - I've used this for the past 2-3 weeks. I can't speak to long term results, but for in the moment it's moisturizing and goes on like butter. It caused no irritation being used daily, or when alternated with products with actives.

• Spot Treatment Patch - any brand of these have worked. I use them on pimples to pull the moisture to the surface. But the holy Grail is using them on top of a mosquito bite. They contain the spread and reduce the itch. I have tens of mosquito bites weekly, so these really come in handy and often have a large amount of patches for the price.

• BPure Day and Night Cream - I've used these for years! They are moisturizing, long-lasting, non-irritating, and assist​ in reduction of blemishes. These are constant staple, regardless of what serum, toner or wash I use. I often pair them with a lighter moisturizer underneath and this on top as the last layer before SPF.

• Revive Rx Wipes - these wipes have various uses. I use them in place of a toner, or wipe my face between full washing. The texture helps to wipe away any residue on my face. It's not drying, which allows it to be an in between. If I am not washing my face in the morning, I will also use these before applying my moisturizer and SPF for the day. After wiping my face and neck, I will also use it to clean my ears before throwing away lol.

• Dermasil Oat milk Toner - this toner works well for locking in moisture and seems to help with reducing blemishes. It's very thick and sticks well to the​ face. Group leaders or really any. I use it about three times a week. I find my skin can become sensitive to it if I use it too much.

• Skin Botanicals Tea Tree Face Wash - this wash gets my face squeaky clean. It's great to use when I find that I am having a breakout or my skin is very oily with sebum buildup. I use it about 1 to 2 times a week. If I used to often it does strip my face barrier.