Traveling to Scotland alone is more common than it was 20 years ago. There is no stigma attached to solo travel, tour companies feel less compelled to match solo travelers with a companion and bed-and-breakfast owners are delighted to mother hen a young single man or single woman on holiday.
Keeping your nails and cuticles well-moisturized is one of the most crucial steps in fixing dry, brittle nails. Carry around a small bottle of hand lotion to apply frequently throughout the day, or for an extra intensive treatment, soak your nails in extra virgin olive oil for 10 to 15 minutes twice a week.
Some diseases are also associated with changes in the nails, which can include brittleness. Thin and brittle nails can be a sign of hypothyroidism, for example. The term onychoschizia refers to splitting of the fingernails as well as brittle or soft nails. Taking biotin (a vitamin) supplements can help in some cases of brittle nails, and application of moisturizers after soaking in water can also be of benefit. Medically Reviewed by a Doctor on 3/30/2015.