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Separation of the nail from the nail bed, medically known as onycholysis, is a common condition that results in a white appearance of the affected part of the nail. Fingernail or toenail separation can have numerous causes but is typically related to trauma or a fungal infection of the nails.
Low moisture content in the skin causes dryness of nails, hands and cuticle. This can be brought about by use of hash products while washing, manual works and harsh environmental condition. Other that nail ridges, lack of moisture also causes cracked brittle nails, discolored nail beds and split cuticle.