cuticles - how to get them more moist and healthy?

anssett

Background: I don't care for my nails at all. I don't get manicures or paint them. 

My cuticles are very dry and sometimes painful and I'd like tips on getting them healthier. Is moisturizer the key? Sticking them in paraffin? Thanks! I have no idea who to ask this IRL.

NestCayla

Especially this time of year, I'm sure your hands could become super dry, even worse than what they usually are during other seasons... so i would start with moisturizer because that might be a cheap route. Plus, it could help the skin on your hands too! I noticed that mine got better when I kept my hands moisturized! 

Sillygirl45

Lotion and/or cuticle oil. Even a couple drops of olive oil will help a lot.

srcr2011

and coconut oil...

MarySmithy

Using a moisturizer specifically designed for nails or a cuticle oil is the way to go. Apply it every now and then. Not only will it make your nails look pretty your hands will smell great too.

FemmeLavande

I use coconut oil. I buy it at the health food store, and then transfer some to a smaller jar to use in my hair as a conditioning mask (before washing), some to another jar to use as a body/hand/nail moisturizer before bed, and I cook with whatever's left in the original package. You only need a tiny bit if you're using it as a moisturizer (or hair mask).

christinekk

Solar Oil is super easy.  L'Occitane makes the best cuticle cream.