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Help for cuticles

Katilein — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 16:00:25 GMT

Ever since we moved to Nevada my cuticles have been really dry and are constantly ripping, and are very dry. I’ve tried everything from neosporin to all kinds of cuticle oils to coconut oil. My derm suggested cerave cream which is also not helping. It’s really ugly and I’m so embarrassed to even get my hands out. The skin around is also dry, derm gave my rx’s For that as well, but it seemed to make it worse. I went on vacation to Thailand last Xmas, everything was healing so well in the high humidity climate,as soon as I got back the same story over again. Please let me know if there’s anyone who has the same kind of problem and has found a product that helps even if it’s just a little. Thank you

Re: Help for cuticles

MandyG06 — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 15:58:19 GMT

I use Sally Hansen's Vitamin E Nail and Cuticle Oil. It comes in a clear bottle, .45 fl oz, and I believe less than $10 at Walgreens. I put it on a few times a day and has lasted me 6 months so far. It definitely works for me, as I live in Michigan (super cold and dry winters), and I use my hands a lot at work. I used Josie Maran's Argan Oil in the past, but for the price, Sally Hansen's cuticle oil gives me the same results.

Re: Help for cuticles

Katilein — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 16:00:56 GMT

I will go and get it

Re: Help for cuticles

Jaynah — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 16:01:46 GMT

Argon oil, morning, noon and night AND in between! Have one on your nightstand, one at your desk, one in the kitchen, one in your car, one in your purse! If argon oil is too pricey, use almond oil instead. Also, Burt's Bee's cuticle cream is a miracle product, comes in a tin, if you don't want to be bothered with oils. With any I mentioned, you must be consistent and use frequently.

Re: Help for cuticles

Peaches McPhee — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 16:18:04 GMT

You don't need an expensive product. Get some jojoba oil. (I get mine from Amazon). It is AMAZING, it really is -- it will fix up those cuticles in about 3 weeks. Just rub some oil on throughout the day, whenever you think of it.

Re: Help for cuticles

fancy pantsy — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 16:23:59 GMT

get a tube of LANSINOH. it is made to help nursing mothers heal their dry,cracking nipples. it is actually just pure lanolin.

you can order on amazon or pick up at bed, bath and beyond.

you are welcome

Re: Help for cuticles

Porcelain — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 16:32:11 GMT

Check your hand soap. It may be too harsh for you. Commercial hand soaps from the grocery store etc often are. A gentler soap followed by moisturizer each wash can help the whole area, including the cuticles.

Also protect your hands when washing dishes or anything else in the sink, and while cleaning. You can dry out your skin and cuticles that way as well.

Dry air and exposure to harsh elements makes skin problems worse. A humidifier can help.

As often as possible, moisturize your hands lavishly and cover them with cotton gloves and sleep with them on. Next morning, you'll be amazed.

Re: Help for cuticles

Equuleus — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 16:37:45 GMT

@Katilein here's something I just discovered after having such severe cracking and bleeding on my cuticles (happens every winter and worsens as you age), soaking with warm water and epsom salts. My heels were extremely bad to the point of bleeding and I could barely walk without pain. I have a storage container FULL of every cream, lotion, oils, etc that you can think of. None of it solved the problem. I used stuff night and day. I tried soaking my feet in the salts and it softened the skin and stayed that way for a few days. Every three days I did this and applied a good cream (O'Keeffe's Working Hands and they also have another one for feet/heels). Keeping the skin soft is the key, and the Epsom salts is the answer. Then keep applying the creams. My heels are completely repaired -- no cracks or bleeding, as well as cuticles. This only after a couple weeks of consistent care. If they start to feel the least bit dry, I soak and treat them again.

Re: Help for cuticles

granddi — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 16:45:34 GMT

But how do you NOT cut the dry ragged cuticles during the healing process?

I have not had any success with cuticle removers. Must be doing something wrong.

Re: Help for cuticles

Lucky Duck — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 17:08:39 GMT

I don't have eczema but was desperate so I tried have great results with Gold Bond Eczema hand cream.

Re: Help for cuticles

software — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 17:09:40 GMT

I'm prone to hangnails.

I buy the Original A+D Ointment, used for diaper rash.

Massage it into my cuticles every night.

Re: Help for cuticles

Sooner — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 17:11:45 GMT

@granddi wrote:
But how do you NOT cut the dry ragged cuticles during the healing process?

I have not had any success with cuticle removers. Must be doing something wrong.

@granddi I use a fine nail file and carefully sand them down when needed.

Re: Help for cuticles

SilleeMee — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 17:24:52 GMT

@Sooner wrote:
@granddi wrote:
But how do you NOT cut the dry ragged cuticles during the healing process?

I have not had any success with cuticle removers. Must be doing something wrong.
@granddi I use a fine nail file and carefully sand them down when needed.

I have the hardest and most disgusting cuticles in the world because of scleroderma. I have to cut mine. For me there is no other solution...I've tried everything.

Re: Help for cuticles

KentuckyWoman — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 17:32:44 GMT

@MandyG06 wrote:
I use Sally Hansen's Vitamin E Nail and Cuticle Oil. It comes in a clear bottle, .45 fl oz, and I believe less than $10 at Walgreens. I put it on a few times a day and has lasted me 6 months so far. It definitely works for me, as I live in Michigan (super cold and dry winters), and I use my hands a lot at work. I used Josie Maran's Argan Oil in the past, but for the price, Sally Hansen's cuticle oil gives me the same results.

@Katilein I agree with @MandyG06 ! I use Sally Hansen Vitamin E Nail and Cuticle Oil. I have used it for years. I apply it a couple of times a day, especially if my hands have been in water. It is the best. No more ugly cuticles. Sally Hansen also makes Color Therapy Nail and Cuticle Oil but it is a bit more expensive. Both are excellent!

Re: Help for cuticles

KrissyE — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 17:46:00 GMT

I use the SkinFix hand cream throughout the day and massage it into the cuticles and nails. It really helps my dry hands and cuticles.

Re: Help for cuticles

Katilein — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 19:19:05 GMT

I will try the epsom salt, jojoba oil, Argen oil, and sally Hansen oil. Thank you all

Re: Help for cuticles

Georgiagrama — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 19:23:03 GMT

@Katilein

My daughter and I purchase a cuticle cream made by our local beekeeper. They make it a couple of times a year and my daughter, who has the worst cuticles I've ever seen, swears by it. She even takes it to her manicurist to use.

check it out here : Studiers Honeypot

http://www.studiershoneypot.com/

All products are natural and made right here in Georgia.

Re: Help for cuticles

Fressa — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 19:26:41 GMT

Here's what I used: Argon oil and/or T.I.P.S. sesame oil. Either works fine on the problem. It just depends on what I have on hand. Both absorb quickly and work.

Re: Help for cuticles

Katilein — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 23:05:34 GMT

@Georgiagrama Thanks for that. Does it really help? I just don’t want to waste any more money, I just logged onto their website and they want $15 in shipping

Re: Help for cuticles

phoenixbrd — Wed, 03 Apr 2019 02:24:57 GMT

@Katilein Trader Joe's sells a good jojoba oil at a very reasonable price. Sam's and Costco both sell Epsom salts.

@Katilein wrote:
I will try the epsom salt, jojoba oil, Argen oil, and sally Hansen oil. Thank you all