Nail care question...
I've been playing classical/flamenco on and off since 1985. When I'm in that mode, I take very good care of my nails... filing with a good diamond file and using 600 grit sandpaper to smooth the edges. I think that I learned about all of that from Parkening's first book (who happened to be the head of my guitar program at the time).
Anyways... when it comes to protecting the nails, I've always just used whatever seemed like a good idea. I've used a clear nail gloss now and in the past, but I don't like how flashy it makes my nails look (because I'm not female... LOL). Also, when employing flamenco techniques like rasqueado... it immediately wears that off, at least in spots where the back of the contacts the string. I like the natural look of the nail, but wonder if there's not some good product that strengthens and/or protects them without a glossy finish?
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