What is what to do when your acrylic nail breaks your real nail?

Okay, here's some information on what to do if your acrylic nail breaks your real nail, formatted in Markdown with linked keywords:

When Your Acrylic Nail Breaks Your Real Nail

This can be painful and damaging. Here's a guide on what to do:

1. Assess the Damage: Carefully examine the extent of the break. Is it a clean break? Is there a lot of bleeding? How much of the real nail is affected?

2. Stop the Bleeding: If there is bleeding, apply gentle pressure to the area with a clean tissue or bandage. Elevate your hand.

3. Clean the Area: Gently clean the broken nail and surrounding skin with mild soap and water. You can also use an antiseptic solution.

4. Remove the Acrylic (Carefully): If the acrylic nail is still partially attached and causing pain, carefully remove it. Soaking the nail in warm, soapy water can help soften the adhesive. Avoid ripping or pulling, as this can cause further damage. If you're unsure, it's best to see a professional.

5. Trim the Damaged Nail: Use nail clippers to trim any jagged or uneven edges of your natural nail. Try to make the edge as smooth as possible to prevent snagging.

6. Smooth the Edges: Gently file the edge of the broken nail with a fine-grit nail file to smooth out any rough spots.

7. Protect the Nail Bed: Apply a thin layer of antibiotic ointment (like Neosporin) to the nail bed to prevent infection.

8. Bandage and Protect: Cover the injured nail with a bandage or adhesive strip to protect it from further trauma.

9. Strengthen Your Nail: Use nail strengthener to make your nails stronger.

10. Allow to Heal: Give your nail time to heal and grow out. This can take several weeks or months. Avoid applying acrylics or other artificial nails until the nail is fully healed.

11. Consider Professional Help: If the break is severe, you're experiencing significant pain, or you suspect an infection, consult a doctor or nail technician.