Nail ridges are usually harmless. The vertical ridges on your nails may indicate signs of aging. Horizontal nail ridges, however, could indicate issues of underlying health problems which should be treated immediately.

Dermatologist sometimes suggests that you can gently buff your nails to remove the vertical ridges, but it is recommended that you properly moisturize your nails, keep them neatly trimmed, maintaining a healthy balanced diet, and avoid picking or biting them.

Horizontal ridges also called Beau’s lines could be signs of serious underlying health conditions. As these nail ridges may be due to some health problems, the treatment for them is usually focused on the underlying causes.

Vitamin B12 supports iron absorption and is good for treating vertical nail ridges. Vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin C, iron, zinc, magnesium and biotin are some other vitamins and nutrients that highly recommended for good nail health.