Keep nails and cuticles moisturized daily
Use a gentle nail buffer sparingly
Avoid over-filing or aggressive buffing
Wear gloves when using cleaning products or doing wet work
Keep nails trimmed and filed smoothly
Use a ridge-filling base coat or strengthening polish
Avoid picking, biting, or peeling nails
Maintain a balanced diet with enough protein, iron, zinc, and biotin
Stay hydrated
Treat underlying health issues with a healthcare professional
Avoid acetone and harsh nail products when possible
Give nails breaks from polish and artificial nails
See a dermatologist if ridges are new, deep, painful, or changing