Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Handwashing, sanitizing, dry weather, and even cooking, cleaning, and other lifestyle factors can do a number on your hands, and let’s be real, your cuticles often get overlooked until they’re in rough shape. Cuticle oils, balms, and creams.
These simple treatments are easy ways to moisturize your dry cuticles and improve the overall look and feel of your nails. But you don’t have to wathem until your cuticles are crying out for help to use it. Consider making it a part of your everyday beauty routine for the best results.
Applying cuticle oil regularly hydrates the cuticles and surrounding skin. It can also help keep your manicure looking fresh, says Jaclyn Ferber, co-founder and head of product at Tenoverten, so once your polish is dry, go ahead and apply. (And enjoy the shine it gives you, too!) If you’re working to heal really cracked, dry cuticles, Ferber recommends applying cuticle oil up to three times a day. For regular upkeep, once or twice a day is fine (like before bed).
You can also rub on some hand cream or hand lotion after using cuticle oil to moisturize your hard-working hands. Our editors found the best cuticle treatments on the market to keep your nails hydrated and healthy year-round, especially when chilly weather and dry indoor heating can leave your cuticles feeling parched. This cuticle oil by Essie checks all my boxes: It’s incredibly hydrating, easy to use, and doesn’t make my hands feel greasy.
After dealing with hangnails and dry nail beds due to frequent handwashing, I purchased this oil and started using it daily. After just a few uses, my nails were noticeably softer, healthier, and looked more polished. The formula is made with 97 percent natural origin ingredients like apricot kernel and jojoba oil.
The mess-free rollerball design is great for throwing in your purse and using on the go. And since consistency is key with things like this, the easy applicator encourages more frequent use. Review of Joonbyrd's WH Award-Winning Hand Cream With more than 125,000 Amazon reviews, this under $10 pick is a no-brainer.
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