Post-summer nail care deserves some extra attention when you return from vacation. Your suitcase is unpacked, the out-of-office message is off, because work or school is starting again. You are slowly getting back into your daily routine. But are your nails ready for it too?
The care your nails need after the summer is not the same for everyone. Several factors play a role in the condition of your nails. Perhaps you have swum a lot, painted your nails frequently, worn gel or artificial nails, or you nails simply gave it a little less attention.
After the summer, it is therefore important to adjust your nail care routine accordingly. With these five simple tips, you will discover how to care for your nails and your routine. adapts to autumn.
1. Start your post-summer nail care with a nail check
Let's start by taking a good look at your nails. Do your nails feel dry? Do you see split edges, or do they break more easily? Are your cuticles dry? Or did your nails actually come through the summer just fine?
Here's what to look out for:
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Dry nails: The nail plate looks dry, dull, or less smooth.
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Split nails: The nail edge splits or peels off in layers.
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Dry cuticles: The skin around your nails looks dry, rough, or loose skin is visible.
Do you recognize any of these signs?
By first looking at the condition of your nails, we help you determine which care suits them best. After all, every nail is unique!
2. Give your nails a fresh start
Returning to your routine also means: back to basics. File away snags and uneven edges with the Herome Glass Nail File Large, gently in one direction. Remove old nail polish with the Herome Caring Nail Polish Remover, that your nails and cuticles also hydrates and nourishes.
Did you wear gel or artificial nails during your vacation? Pull or pick them off. than not off your nails, but remove them carefully to protect your natural nails as much as possible.
Are your natural nails thin, weak, or damaged afterwards? Then do not start your next manicure immediately, but first give your nails the care they need. Weak and splitting nails, for example, have different needs than dry nails.
3. The right nail care after the summer
A good nail care routine doesn't have to be extensive. The most important thing is that your care aligns with what your nails need.
Are your nails weak or do they split easily? Then opt for targeted strengthening care, such as the Herome Nail Hardener Strong, our 30-day self-care routine for stronger nails. Combine this with the Herome Nourishing Nail Oil to nourish dry nails and keep them cared for.
4. Don't forget your cuticles and hands
Your hands and cuticles also deserve attention in your daily routine. Care is especially important when your hands regularly come into contact with water. The American Academy of Dermatology (2025) warns that too much contact with water can weaken your nails and advises taking care of your hands after washing.
Use, for example, the Herome 24 Hour Protective Hand Cream, which hydrates your hands and helps protect them against drying out.
Your cuticles also need targeted care. For example, care for them in the evening with the Herome Cuticle Night Repair 'Wonderpen' for intensive hydration and nutrition during the night.
5. Give your routine an autumn update
September is the sign that autumn has begun. The summer days give way to cooler weather, and the needs of your hands and nails can per change seasons.
You don't have to completely overhaul your routine. Start with a good foundation and keep an eye on what your nails need. From dry and brittle nails to hand care during colder days: we will delve even deeper into these topics this autumn.
Back to routine: what can you do now?
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Check the condition of your nails after the summer.
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Give your nails a fresh start.
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Choose the care that suits your nails.
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Also take care of your cuticles and hands.
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Give your routine an autumn update.
Vacation mode off, routine on. With a few simple habits, you give your hands and nails the attention they need and lay a good foundation for autumn. Want to know more about caring for your nails? Discover our other knowledge articles with tips and advice for dry, brittle, or splitting nails. Beauty is in your hands!