Help for cuticles

Katilein · ‎03-20-2010

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

MandyG06 · ‎04-01-2016

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 · ‎03-20-2010

I will go and get it

Jaynah · ‎03-10-2010

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.

Peaches McPhee · ‎04-19-2010

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.

-- pro-aging --

Rochester, New York

fancy pantsy · ‎06-25-2014

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

Porcelain · ‎02-19-2014

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.

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Equuleus · ‎06-15-2018

@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.