Can you put a fake nail on a fungus toenail?

You can technically put a fake nail on a toenail with fungus, but it’s generally not recommended. Here’s why:

1. Trapping Moisture: Fake nails can trap moisture and bacteria under the nail, which may worsen the fungal infection. Since fungus thrives in warm, damp environments, sealing it under a fake nail could make things worse.

2. Infection Risk: If the fungus is active, applying a fake nail might spread the infection to other toes or even cause irritation or an additional infection underneath the fake nail.

3. Healing Issues: Fungal infections typically need to be treated with antifungal medication, and applying a fake nail can interfere with the healing process because it prevents air from reaching the affected area.

If you’re determined to use fake nails on a toe with fungus, it would be best to fully treat the infection first. This includes using antifungal treatments (creams, oral medications, or even laser treatments, depending on the severity). Once the infection is cleared, you could then go ahead with the fake nails.