80 days w/o biting. I've almost stopped picking at the cuticles too. My nails look peeled because I keep picking at the nail paint (once it starts lifting at the cuticles!).4yr ⋅ random_po-tay-to ⋅ r/calmhands
Is it just me or is the hardest part getting the little bit of white edge?3yr ⋅ getdowntobusi-ness ⋅ r/calmhands
Month 4 with a powder manicure. The biweekly powder manicures have been an absolute game changer.4yr ⋅ mrstousey2018 ⋅ r/calmhands
70 days I managed such long pretty nails but because of my stupid EDS my nails broke/tore off and with it so did my restraint in stopping the compulsion to bite :( back to square 1 hopefully I can succeed again..3yr ⋅ darkkitty1991 ⋅ r/calmhands
Nothing but progress since September after 20+ solid years of destruction - it is totally possible5yr ⋅ alittlewhos-this ⋅ r/calmhands
Pardon my poor nail painting skills, but this is the first time in 15 years I’ve been able to do so. I’m beyond proud of myself.4yr ⋅ smidgyballs ⋅ r/calmhands
It’s only been 3-4 days but this cuticle oil helps so much to make them heal faster and to resist temptation5yr ⋅ imanonymous987 ⋅ r/calmhands
I’ve never clicked order on anything so fast. This just showed up on my Instagram and looks like a sensory object that could actually help my BFRBs more than any of the plastic toys I’ve seen/tried. I’m so excited to give this a shot, hoping for the best!2yr ⋅ sydsal ⋅ r/calmhands
A stressful couple of weeks really triggered some anxiety and my biggest relapse after over a year. My gateway was this stupid gel manicure that weakened my nails and started to chip. I forgot how painful this is. Posting for accountability. I won't go back! I won't let this go full relapse!5yr ⋅ heytherecatlady ⋅ r/calmhands
6 months update! Freshly clipped. I’m finally getting used to my nail shape. My nail beds are healthy, my hands are calm, and my heart is happy.6yr ⋅ livkhaleesi ⋅ r/calmhands
10 months without picking! Left picture is when I first got it under control, right picture is now :)4yr ⋅ yourdogisagoodboy ⋅ r/calmhands
I've been picking at my hands since I was five. Exactly two months ago I stopped for good :)6yr ⋅ Flewasagoodfle ⋅ r/calmhands
my hand during a bad pick session last year vs after a summer of therapy for OCD (trigger warning, blood)7yr ⋅ obsessive-convulsive ⋅ r/calmhands
is it dumb? the glitter keeps it away from my mouth as i don’t want to chew any of it 🥲8mo ⋅ ahippyhiker ⋅ r/calmhands
Does anyone else hate the feeling of their nails growing? These are my nails now but I know when the white part grows out more I’ll have to cut them bc the feeling is so yucky. Does anyone else feel this way!?1yr ⋅ Toebeans404 ⋅ r/calmhands
20 years in the making. This is the first time in my life I’ve had nails long enough to have to groom and cut them. Ever. I keep them short because my job, but I’m obsessed. Haven’t bitten them once in five months. Exuberantly proud of myself. I’ve been biting and picking since I was little5yr ⋅ kikzermeizer ⋅ r/calmhands
2 weeks of no biting/picking, versus 1 month. They’re ugly but they’re mine, and I’m proud.5yr ⋅ exxcesso ⋅ r/calmhands
Trying once again to heal skin around my nails! Unless they’re well moisturized, I want to pick. But at least they look nice today I think!1yr ⋅ FluidSnap ⋅ r/calmhands
I started biting and picking my first year at University. Today, I treated myself to a manicure to celebrate my last day 🎓 here’s to bigger and better things 💫4yr ⋅ queenketevan ⋅ r/calmhands
I don’t think my nails have ever looked this good. It’s been 3 1/2 months since I last binge-bit my nails.5yr ⋅ monikashh ⋅ r/calmhands
No high def evidence of my past nails because I was VERY good at hiding my hands... but happy to be at the right pic now! It’s been almost 1 year of no biting4yr ⋅ LyricalLinds ⋅ r/calmhands
January to June - a few slip ups along the way, but no biting for around 2 months now5yr ⋅ poprockroppock ⋅ r/calmhands
I don't have any before picture, but I have been free from biting and picking at both my nails and cuticles for over 6 months now :) I wish I could keep my nails longer, but I keep breaking them in band so I trim them down.4yr ⋅ cherubi_sheep ⋅ r/calmhands
Progress means fucking up. I posted not too long ago a pic of how nice my nails had become after a few months and now the images have flipped. But I’m not giving up! I can still do this5yr ⋅ FlyingPurpleLesbian ⋅ r/calmhands
This is the longest my naturals nails have been in the last maybe 15 years3yr ⋅ hellomarieyellow ⋅ r/calmhands
I am grateful for my fingers. All the words they've typed, dogs they've pet, art they've made. I'm going to start loving them today.5yr ⋅ nadiashebang ⋅ r/calmhands
About 2 weeks into quitting nail biting I gave myself a successful dip manicure!4yr ⋅ moonylady ⋅ r/calmhands
Progress! It’s been 6 weeks and never in my life have I seen my own nail beds look so healthy. 😭4yr ⋅ Peachhykeen ⋅ r/calmhands
They survived the physical AND mental stress of moving... 5 weeks down of no peeling my nails! 💪3yr ⋅ rdtim3321 ⋅ r/calmhands
Used to bite my nails really really badly (blood, ect). Finally stopped and got gel extensions. Now I’m no longer ashamed of my hands. If you need any advice on how to stop, please ask! I struggled for 20 years.4yr ⋅ mollydwight ⋅ r/calmhands
Finally have stopped picking at my skin!! I had very bad dermatophagia but ive been distracting myself and its working!!! Next step is to stop biting my nails lol 😌4yr ⋅ Shtacyvega ⋅ r/calmhands
Been biting my entire life until about a year ago. Got sick so many times I just couldn't stick my fingers in my mouth anymore. Check it out!5yr ⋅ time_fo_that ⋅ r/calmhands
i had an exam today and literally ripped chunks of my nails from the sides of both my index fingers and thumbs due to anxiety (it doesn't *look* too bad, but I'm in a lot of pain). i applied some sheer polish to try and salvage the situation, but I'm extremely disappointed in myself :(4yr ⋅ melmoths ⋅ r/calmhands
Today, for the first time ever, I didn’t flinch or get embarrassed when someone unexpectedly touched my hand. If I can stop picking after 30+ years, anyone can!4yr ⋅ southernSLP ⋅ r/calmhands
I quit biting my nails almost a year ago! If you guys need any tips/advice/anything don’t hesitate to message me :-)5yr ⋅ sadtoydogs ⋅ r/calmhands
Is my nail detached from the bed? Will it grow out normally? (Safe, not graphic)2yr ⋅ mxddy ⋅ r/calmhands
4 weeks of growth gone :( here’s to starting again! 😩 they were getting so long too!2yr ⋅ Dehelsie ⋅ r/calmhands
I just filed down my nails super short because I was tired of getting them caught on stuff causing the nail bed and nail to rip apart. What is this stuff I’ve circled? I can easily rip it off. I’m worried it might be nail bed trying to form? Let me know what you think. Thank you!1yr ⋅ authenticblob ⋅ r/calmhands
Long Post in comments. I recently switched to positive reinforcement to kick my habit, and it's been working for almost a year after 20+ years of biting and picking.5yr ⋅ heytherecatlady ⋅ r/calmhands
Should I cut the white parts or wait for them to grow out? I’ve bitten my nail for 15+ years ANY HELP PLS2yr ⋅ jt17772 ⋅ r/calmhands
When my nail came off from the cuticle area a few months ago, I filed it down and cut the ragged pieces of it off. It's been a few months now and I'm not sure if my nail is ever growing back. Do I need to see a dermatologist or is this normal?1yr ⋅ refrigeratedcake ⋅ r/calmhands
After years of struggling with nail biting, I finally got a gel manicure because I can't bite through plastic. -.-5yr ⋅ 10outofC ⋅ r/calmhands
In an attempt to occupy my hands to keep from picking my face, I designed a whole-ass shelf. Drawing has been the best distraction in the world for my skin.4yr ⋅ aaerobrake ⋅ r/calmhands
Went for a bright, springy purple to reward myself for 6 weeks without biting!5yr ⋅ IssueGroup ⋅ r/calmhands
As a lifelong nail and wolf biter, this last year has been a big deal! I don't have any before pics because this disorder has had me hiding my hands for years, but not anymore! You can do it too!5yr ⋅ heytherecatlady ⋅ r/calmhands
shoutout to these hydrocolloid blister bandaids I found on amazon, creates a better and longer lasting seal over my habit tic-deformed thumbs. the brand is Dr. Fredericks in case you can’t see the name in the pic.5yr ⋅ romeodeficient ⋅ r/calmhands
I’ve been peeling and biting at my index finger for months and it looks terrible (half of the nail is gone). I’m going to start letting it heal and I’m posting to keep myself accountable. Is there any way to speed up or help the healing process?4yr ⋅ eolmana ⋅ r/calmhands
These cuticle clippers have helped me a ton in addition to cuticle oil! If I ever feel the urge to pick, I use these to remove any hangnails/rough spots that I usually feel the need to pick at.5yr ⋅ meology ⋅ r/calmhands
Stopped biting after 17 years of constant biting! Couldn’t be more proud of myself5yr ⋅ motionlessly ⋅ r/calmhands
On the drive in to work this morning, I bit until I bled. Twice. I’m done. I’m so sick of doing this. Here’s to quitting.2yr ⋅ YardLongKingKongDong ⋅ r/calmhands
After 18+ years of anxiety-driven nail biting I never thought I could get to this point! Long and strong* after a couple of years of mindfulness and self care from within. More in comments!4yr ⋅ thesixthrobin ⋅ r/calmhands
1 month of not biting my nails after being in this sub for so long, can’t wait until lockdown is over and i can go get them done so they look pretty 😭 thanks for the push guys, seeing your posts has helped me get over my habit I’ve had for 21 years. No longer embarrassed of my hands ✨💖4yr ⋅ jordygolder ⋅ r/calmhands
Day 4- this is truthfully the longest i’ve gone consistently without picking. I got a gel manicure, and have been using burts bees cuticle cream as well as a milk & honey cuticle revitalizing oil to keep myself from picking, & i already see a difference! :) We got this guys❤️5yr ⋅ fourteen-seas ⋅ r/calmhands
Was told to post this here. 6 months of progress and super satisfied with the results.7yr ⋅ mackrika ⋅ r/calmhands
One of the most challenging things I've done. Almost 2 months in, still working on my cuticles (on my other hand!), and waiting on the previous damage to fully grow out. I am so proud of myself!5yr ⋅ chlomj ⋅ r/calmhands
I was doing so well.....feeling the regret now. Hurts, looks bad, wish I could go back and time and NOT do this.1yr ⋅ Familiar_Opposite866 ⋅ r/calmhands
Home manicure for the first time after 25 years of biting and picking. I'm never going back!2yr ⋅ sssssnakeplant ⋅ r/calmhands
Day one. Just got recommended this sub. Any tips? I have severe anxiety.4mo ⋅ Reinadeloszorros ⋅ r/calmhands
Ive always wanted to make a click sound when I text people...calm hands since January 1st.4yr ⋅ cocoaboots ⋅ r/calmhands
2 years worth of nail bed growth! My nails aren't the prettiest but they're better than they were.5yr ⋅ mermaidqueen ⋅ r/calmhands
Here are my nails two weeks without biting. The finals is near so wish me luck!5yr ⋅ qanh0101 ⋅ r/calmhands
Need advice for handling damaged nail - longest it's been in a while.2yr ⋅ KernelMustered ⋅ r/calmhands
no bite since March, recently broke my thumb and pointer finger. Triggered.4yr ⋅ dustymillerr ⋅ r/calmhands
went to publix and bought these $8 press-ons in hopes of growing my skin out for a real manicure. never had nails (real or fake) this long before!! 😬 to new beginnings 🥳5yr ⋅ cloudsaresolids ⋅ r/calmhands
Many many relapses later, these are my nails today. Check post history for before pics3yr ⋅ xhellokrystalx ⋅ r/calmhands
I still struggle sometimes, but therapy putty has been instrumental in my progress. (A container of 6 different kinds is cheaper than one mani/pedi!)3yr ⋅ sofa_queen_awesome ⋅ r/calmhands
Poked a hole in my nail by using an object to pick at my cuticle bed. Anyone know what I am in for it I can manage to not pick at it?2yr ⋅ zdiddy27 ⋅ r/calmhands
help! stopped biting nails ages ago but cant stop picking this one thumb3yr ⋅ nightskies22 ⋅ r/calmhands
finally broke my lifelong habit a few years ago, but ive noticed it creeping back as ive had a stressful few months. heres my brand-new day 14yr ⋅ cherries-and-wine ⋅ r/calmhands
Didn't know this sub existed but I've stopped all of 2019 so far!! Been biting for 15 years.5yr ⋅ ForcefulAlmond ⋅ r/calmhands
Trying to stop 20 year old habit. How do I tackle the white and weak tips?5yr ⋅ shaw009 ⋅ r/calmhands
Two months of growth!! I just suddenly stopped one day after 24 years of nail biting. Such a weird feeling!5yr ⋅ IAmHavox ⋅ r/calmhands
Whenever they get past my nail bed, I need to nibble them down. How do you resist?3yr ⋅ pineappletomato ⋅ r/calmhands
I'm a guy, have had black gel nails for 2-3 months with zero relapse. Got tired and got natural instead today. Slightly uncanny, but gel fucking works.6yr ⋅ ohdeerdog ⋅ r/calmhands
Struggled with quitting biting my nails my whole life. I stopped biting them about a month ago and was able to go get my REAL nails done for my cruise next week and I am SO proud of myself!!! They’re not the longest, but progress is progress!!5yr ⋅ hotcheetoz32 ⋅ r/calmhands
Having nail clippers on me at all times has completely kicked my habbit :)5yr ⋅ JamberoniIcedTea ⋅ r/calmhands
Not my best before and after :( 3 months ago Vs now. The minute I'm stressed my nails take a pounding. Any advice other than to just avoid stress?5yr ⋅ poprockroppock ⋅ r/calmhands
20 years of biting. I quit once for a year, but the feeling of having nails drove me crazy. Here goes another try.4yr ⋅ 1minatur ⋅ r/calmhands
Dip powder at six weeks and they're finally starting to look like normal people's nails. Friday I'm facing a huge challenge - an eight hour exam. Prayer circle for my nails!6yr ⋅ MathematicianFashion ⋅ r/calmhands
~month and a half progress/on naltrexone with an increased dosage — progress not perfection right?5yr ⋅ crushabitlilbitt ⋅ r/calmhands
97 days clean, first attempt 😁 pretty happy with it! if you’re struggling, just know that I believe in you. You got this.2yr ⋅ akirarn ⋅ r/calmhands
The 16th October til now. I’ve read a few things saying that relapse is part of recovery, hopefully I’ll smash it this time. Day 1, 23rd November 19.4yr ⋅ PowerfulStuff- ⋅ r/calmhands
6 months after i got tired of why are your fingers always bloody comments. After years of struggling my fingers finally look normal (they're still super dry when im outside for some reason)5yr ⋅ Tim599 ⋅ r/calmhands
To stop picking at my cuticle I dipped my finger in liquid latex and made a custom bandaid. More photos https://imgur.com/a/e7vJSAE.5yr ⋅ my2wins ⋅ r/calmhands
I posted here a few months ago after a gel manicure wrecked my nub progress. Finally got back on track with my routine!5yr ⋅ mermaidqueen ⋅ r/calmhands
Here we are a month and a half later with no nail polish! My cuticles have improved tremendously, and although my nails aren’t the longest, they look healthy. Baby steps!6yr ⋅ monikashh ⋅ r/calmhands
6 weeks of not picking has paid off...I got engaged and actually had nice nails/cuticles for pictures! Plus, the ring is great motivation to keep it up :)8yr ⋅ weird_weekend ⋅ r/calmhands
My nails always tear apart at the sides. I don’t know how to change it. Any advice?2yr ⋅ aimamiz ⋅ r/calmhands
If you’re trying to grow out your nails faster, try this hand cream2yr ⋅ Haunting_Hedgehog- ⋅ r/calmhands
I strongly recommend this to anyone like me who has very regrettable picking episodes that go to deep. Found it in the Walmart pharmacy section5yr ⋅ heckerj44 ⋅ r/calmhands
I was a nail biter & skin picker for the first 28 years of my life. I have a long way to go before posting on r/RedditLaqueristas, but I'm proud of my effort6yr ⋅ [deleted] ⋅ r/calmhands
I bit my thumb and index finger, but I stopped there!! I’m still doing great!3yr ⋅ ilovestuffedanimals ⋅ r/calmhands
Been getting polygel nails to help break the habit. One came off to show the 6.5 weeks progress underneath - literally the longest they have ever been by far!5yr ⋅ dragons-dancing ⋅ r/calmhands
1 month progress! Went from painful short stubs to something that actually looks ok with nail polish!5yr ⋅ Skincaret1 ⋅ r/calmhands
I discovered something helpful. If I bite a nail too short, or overly pick the skin, liquid bandage helps when the pain is unbearable. I originally used a brand name, but it yellowed. I found a generic version recently at a retailer and the product is clear, no yellowing. Really helps.5yr ⋅ my2wins ⋅ r/calmhands
My fiance quit biting her nails if I quit ripping my cuticles off. I can't believe these are my thumbs.7yr ⋅ AnotherGirlSoSweet ⋅ r/calmhands
