A renowned manicurist, Molly Romah, has revealed her budget-friendly secret for strengthening nails. She emphasizes avoiding common mistakes that weaken nails, such as overzealous cuticle cutting and excessive buffing. Among her holy grails is Sally Hansen Nail Hardener, a drugstore purchase that helps protect natural nails from breakage. Romah also stresses the importance of proper nail prep, including regular cuticle oil application. She recommends Chillhouse’s On the Mend cuticle oil for maintaining nail health and preventing dryness.