My nails seem stronger, could it be the change in soap?

[Babyshoes]

I have been using cp soap to wash my hands almost exclusively since my first batch was cured enough to test a few months ago.

Recently, I noticed that my nails seem healthier than usual -they were actually too long and not peeling, which is what they usually do. Other than using real soap, the only thing I have done is use cuticle oil lots on my bare nails for a couple of days, about a month ago. When I've used cuticle oil in the past, it tends to help a bit, but not this much...

Anyone else find their nails are healthier since using real soap? Or is it just me?

 

[lenarenee]

I really have no idea, except that some surfactants are known to be drying. Have you started eating more sources of collagen?

 

[Babyshoes]

I really have no idea, except that some surfactants are known to be drying. Have you started eating more sources of collagen?

Nope, diet is pretty much the same as it's always been.

 

[Saffron]

I would say yes, it is the handmade soap as I've had the same experience. My nails are stronger and have stopped flaking since I've been using handmade soap. And I don't need to use hand cream as much as before. I put it down to the superfat and glycerin in the soap.