I don’t have a before photo because I was so ashamed of how my hands looked, but I’ve never had nails this long before!! :D8mo ⋅ Uber____ ⋅ r/nailbiting
Almost 2.5 years of no nail biting. I sometimes look at my hands and still can't believe that these are mine. Thank you to this community for helping me quit this habit.1yr ⋅ nahmolla_ ⋅ r/nailbiting
This month marks 2 years making a conscious effort to stop biting my nails. Progress isn’t linear and I’ve had a lot of relapses in between but I’m so happy with how they look today. This page has helped me so much!10mo ⋅ IntrovertedMuggle ⋅ r/nailbiting
Posting my last post for now✨ All the progress I've made in a little over a 100 days? I'm bad at math 😁 I will keep rooting for you all💕9mo ⋅ Conscious_Cat_6432 ⋅ r/nailbiting
After biting for 20 years, I quit a month ago! No more hiding these babies, and now I have a quarantine pastime:)3yr ⋅ empresem ⋅ r/nailbiting
Almost at a year of starting my no bite journey! So many relapses in-between but I’m proud of how far I’ve come!2yr ⋅ IntrovertedMuggle ⋅ r/nailbiting
It took 40 years and a pandemic, but I think I’m finally ‘there’. If I could do this so can you! (dip nails helped with initial cessation)3yr ⋅ Sayhitomel ⋅ r/nailbiting
4 Months Ago vs Today! Moisturizer & polish have been my best friends. It takes some time, but the progress is worth it!3yr ⋅ notrachel2 ⋅ r/nailbiting
How it feels to try and open a tab on a can with your chewed-up nails.3yr ⋅ QuirkyWafer4 ⋅ r/nailbiting
This will be my last post here; I can't believe that after so many years of biting I finally made it3yr ⋅ snowy-fox ⋅ r/nailbiting
You can do it! Over 10 years of biting and a few relapses along the way... today’s mani feels well deserved! 😊1yr ⋅ morningcoffeex ⋅ r/nailbiting
No longer embarrassed of my hands or nails! I finally got them done for the first time last month and I’m so happy! This group has actually helped me so much 😭3yr ⋅ jordygolder ⋅ r/nailbiting
Nearing 5 months. Shocked that I didn’t completely ruin my nails. Still flimsy but getting better.3yr ⋅ crimsonandhearts ⋅ r/nailbiting
Ive been biting/picking for 33 yrs. Im getting married in two months and just realized how embarrassing it will be to see my hands in ring photos, among others, from my wife's big day. I refuse to let that happen. Ill post an update when Im married, but let this post mark the day I quit, forever.2yr ⋅ proph3tsix ⋅ r/nailbiting
I'm just a girl who seeks to change the narrative about nail biters (and pickers.) I wrote this after overhearing a woman scold her daughter and the girl was reduced to tears (and started biting her nails more.)3yr ⋅ NailBitersGuru ⋅ r/nailbiting
4 months clean!! These are the longest and healthiest nails I’ve ever had in my life 💓💓1yr ⋅ lemonzestconfetti ⋅ r/nailbiting
Definitely my proudest achievement of 2020. It’s amazing what four months can do. :)3yr ⋅ shipitah ⋅ r/nailbiting
Many relapses in between but have to remind myself how far I’ve come since February!2yr ⋅ IntrovertedMuggle ⋅ r/nailbiting
Grabbed a cute new polish to celebrate 4 months of no biting! 😍3yr ⋅ pickupyourrubbish ⋅ r/nailbiting
8 weeks growth after acrylics, been biting my nails for over 20 years and this is the longest they’ve been! It’s possible x1yr ⋅ Itskurnsstupid_ ⋅ r/nailbiting
Nail biter for the past 20+ years. Feels good to finally break the habit! :)3yr ⋅ jincesspeach ⋅ r/nailbiting
Stopped keeping track, but it has to be close to a year of no biting4yr ⋅ SqulliamFancyson44 ⋅ r/nailbiting
Someone said that the best part of this subreddit is realizing that you don’t need it anymore and I could not have said it better :)3yr ⋅ ashleyguerrero ⋅ r/nailbiting
After a lifetime of severe nail biting, I’ve finally hit about 4 years without biting my nails. This is the longest they’ve ever been. I’ll write a comment below with my advice!2yr ⋅ shinobusabs ⋅ r/nailbiting
After 158 days my index finger is finally starting to look normal!2yr ⋅ SevenLittleMice ⋅ r/nailbiting
After literally destroying my nails for 15 years I've now quit thanks to acrylic nails. These are now my real nails after 4 months since I stopped! btw love painting them 🤷🏻♂️1yr ⋅ JuggerProdigy ⋅ r/nailbiting
Me proudly showing off my nails to strangers on the streets. 4 months ‘clean’2yr ⋅ shadowskeletondust ⋅ r/nailbiting
I spent 27 years being a nail and skin picker. I finally stopped in November 💜3yr ⋅ monicam_art ⋅ r/nailbiting
I'm cured!!!! I know this is going to sound BONKERS but silver glittery nail polish is what got me to stop a few months ago, so to celebrate how long they've gotten, I got a glittery manicure and I'm obsessed :)3yr ⋅ TheToxicTeddy ⋅ r/nailbiting
I’m 32 and I’ve bit my nails my entire life. This is the longest they ever ever been.4mo ⋅ xlude22x ⋅ r/nailbiting
Day 1 of not biting my nails. 20 years on constant biting, never went longer than 7 days without biting them. Wish me luck1yr ⋅ LilRedLI ⋅ r/nailbiting
[24F] After various unsuccessful attempts over the past 10 years, I've stopped nail biting for a few months now. For the first time in my life I went two full weeks without polish or acrylic on my nails without relapsing! :)3yr ⋅ egcmi ⋅ r/nailbiting
Naked nails 👀 I can’t believe how much nail bed progress I’ve had 🥳 5 months.3yr ⋅ strictlywitchy ⋅ r/nailbiting
I am so unbelievablely disappointed in myself. At my best, I had gone 7 months no biting and look how fabulous my nails were looking. And now look.. I've bitten them all the way back down. Life long habits are HARD to stop!!!2yr ⋅ radvelvet- ⋅ r/nailbiting
Completely bite-free for 6-7 weeks after a Life-Long habit. Filed them down a lot in between as I am struggling to get used to the new feeling.1yr ⋅ chhaot ⋅ r/nailbiting
1.5 months of no biting!! this sub inspired me to quit and I’m so glad I did!3yr ⋅ juuulsexual ⋅ r/nailbiting
3 months progress after a lifetime of biting. I never post, but I wanted to give back to this community that's helped me so much! Here's to biotin supplements and shiny nail strengtheners.2yr ⋅ AnnieWaits ⋅ r/nailbiting
In my earliest memories I had squishy, chewed nails. After 25 years I quit 2,5 years ago. You can do it. I believe in you!2yr ⋅ PTHDC ⋅ r/nailbiting
Almost 4 months progress. Definitely some major setbacks along the way but I'm so happy with where they are at now.3yr ⋅ Wankyhobo69 ⋅ r/nailbiting
Someone told me I look like a homeless person with my nails grown out this long. But I'm so proud of myself for not biting them off. Do they look bad? I know I could work on shaping them, but I've never been able to get my nails this long and it feels wrong to cut them now.2yr ⋅ totesmuhgoats93 ⋅ r/nailbiting
Almost three months in and I’ve reached my goal. I’m so stinking proud.2yr ⋅ mechaweavis ⋅ r/nailbiting
Bite-free for months after 30+ years of biting/picking! I can’t believe these are my hands.1yr ⋅ hollow4hollow ⋅ r/nailbiting
4 months 14 days clean, absolutely no urges to bite, and I think I’ve broken the habit ☺️ (tried my best to paint them)3yr ⋅ nirxvana ⋅ r/nailbiting
Made the decision last night to quit biting after hitting a new low. This is the start of my accountability. Wish me luck.2yr ⋅ Phoelyss ⋅ r/nailbiting
These are my nails 21 days after stopping nail biting what do you guys think?🥺3yr ⋅ leamhj ⋅ r/nailbiting
Doesn’t look like much to a non-biter, but I’m sure you all know how proud of a moment this is for me!3yr ⋅ NotThatSerious26 ⋅ r/nailbiting
I'm 52. My dad will give me $1k PER NAIL if I can grow them out. Today is day 1. My thumbs look like they went through a wood chipper. Wish me luck!3yr ⋅ ibutterflyaway ⋅ r/nailbiting
It's been about a year since I completely stopped nail biting/picking! I've stopped for a few years, but I had moments here and there. Now I'm proud of my growth even though a few keep breaking lol.2yr ⋅ cheezyensaymada ⋅ r/nailbiting
Hello everyone, i would like to show you my nails almost 3 months after i quit. I bit my nails for almost 20 years and i am actually so proud of myself and i’m here to show everyone that they can do it!3yr ⋅ leamhj ⋅ r/nailbiting
7 weeks! I filed them and shaped them a bit (they’re weak so I don’t want them too long & don’t want to risk a break) I can finally paint my nails!!3yr ⋅ crimsonandhearts ⋅ r/nailbiting
I quit biting my nails on January 2. My nails used to be half this length. To all of you anxious about the nail bed reattaching: it does :) don’t lose hope3yr ⋅ WaldosMama ⋅ r/nailbiting
I’ve been most surprised at the nail bed growth! The top is a couple months into the journey and below is from today just a little over a year. It’s amazing how much they have grown despite over 17 years of biting.1yr ⋅ IntrovertedMuggle ⋅ r/nailbiting
I still can’t believe these are my real nails!!! 30+ years of picking & biting and I’m insanely proud - I never thought it could ever look this good2yr ⋅ RN_MD ⋅ r/nailbiting
2+ months and this is the most nail I’ve ever had. Next goal - beautiful cuticles!2yr ⋅ mythirdAttempt ⋅ r/nailbiting
Today marks 1 year of me not biting my nails! Feels awesome that I have reached this milestone.2yr ⋅ Ok-Focus-4596 ⋅ r/nailbiting
1st time poster, 2 month sober! They have a wonky shape but i hooe it'll get better over time.2yr ⋅ baalbelette ⋅ r/nailbiting
Day 3. I'm going to take a picture everyday. Finally gained the confidence to quit after 30+ years.2yr ⋅ SpatulaEvolved ⋅ r/nailbiting
Longest nail beds I’ve ever had after a decade of stubby nails! Trust the process and they will reattach 😊1yr ⋅ lilithau ⋅ r/nailbiting
Exactly 53 days since I stopped biting. This sub is really helping me. Having a nails routine is very helpful as well, moisturizing my nails and cuticles with oils and hand cream, taking time to massage my nails every evening. Process is slow but I keep going with hope!8mo ⋅ Maudulle ⋅ r/nailbiting
today i got myself some fake nails, i hope it's not to obvious, i'm still a litte unsure about them.2yr ⋅ clathrinvesicle ⋅ r/nailbiting
This is about a month of progress. My nails used to be almost completely bitten down to the cuticle. This sub really works!2yr ⋅ applepyatx ⋅ r/nailbiting
At 28 yrs old, after a lifetime of nail biting, I decided to quit. 2 years later and this is what my nails look like now!3yr ⋅ screw_u19 ⋅ r/nailbiting
Day 0 Accountability post. Just found this page and it is nice to see people succeeding, when I have been doing this for 27 years. Wish me luck!1yr ⋅ Longjumping_Egg_7901 ⋅ r/nailbiting
these are my nails today :) I have had many relapses along the way but it’s been 2 weeks since I’ve bitten them at all.3yr ⋅ tururtl3_ ⋅ r/nailbiting
A while ago I asked you if my nail would be able to grow back on the sides and you told that it would. So here is my 70 days progress for others who might be wondering the same thing. Thank you all for you support!4yr ⋅ nefalas ⋅ r/nailbiting
Fuck this. Enough is enough. 22yr old life-long nail-biter. Enough of the bleeding, middle-of-the-night-throbbing, and the horrible appearance. I’m posting every day for 1 month to keep myself motivated. Day 1.3yr ⋅ stormithy ⋅ r/nailbiting
Still going strong through month 4, people are weirded out by my long nails as a guy but I'm just going with it while I can8mo ⋅ Pleasant_Mobile_1063 ⋅ r/nailbiting
I can't believe it's been almost a year since my first post here in the sub!!!3yr ⋅ mandragoraspirit ⋅ r/nailbiting
Been biting my nails for 30 yrs. Just got engaged and want to show off my hands and new ring without feeling ashamed and embarrassed. Ready to quit this gross habit!1yr ⋅ YouTellMe_0220 ⋅ r/nailbiting
Idk who needs to see this; Sally hansen cuticle rehab. Top picture was taken Feb 14 and bottom picture taken today. No joke, 3 days! I am still in shock.3yr ⋅ Cynical_Disaster ⋅ r/nailbiting
my nails are definitely the worst... they hurt so bad all day but I can’t stop.11mo ⋅ avacopp6 ⋅ r/nailbiting
3 months of no nail biting 🥳 Considering I bit my nails almost my whole life due to anxiety, this is huge for me!2yr ⋅ BrittanyDahlArt ⋅ r/nailbiting
Someone please help me!! Ik it’s my fault I’m just starting to get so grossed out by them and they keep getting worse but I can’t bring my self to stop. I want to but then 3 hours later I’m sitting in bed bitting my nails lol any suggestions would help please and thank you!!! There so bad I know;(1yr ⋅ Interesting-Ad2438 ⋅ r/nailbiting
Progress pic! Can you see change between week 2 and 7? Getting there slowly.3yr ⋅ seethatway ⋅ r/nailbiting
the lowest i’ve been ever. i am very ashamed of my nails, today i am going to start to recover. i have been a continuous nail bitter since age six, i am seventeen now.9mo ⋅ behindthegreyscreen ⋅ r/nailbiting
I actually kicked the habit (after 18 years). I am almost 2 months now without biting my nails, all thanks acrylics! Now I just need to work on scratching the sides of the nail when I get anxious.3yr ⋅ monhevdw ⋅ r/nailbiting
2 months clean for the first time ever. It's like trying to quit smoking while carrying a pack around everywhere. Do the cravings ever subside fully?3yr ⋅ BailesDTD ⋅ r/nailbiting
I relapsed again after a good year of no biting and beautiful long nails ༎ຶ‿༎ຶ My hands, jaw and stomach hurt like hell after hours of incessant biting. Welp, it's time to start once again!! At least the thumb is safe for now lol1yr ⋅ Volamdander ⋅ r/nailbiting
