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These nourishing formulas hydrate, soothe, and protect your nails from breakage.
If you’ve noticed your nails have been a little more dry and ragged than normal lately, you’re not alone — between all that hand washing and professional nail salons being closed, our nails are taking a hit. This means we need to do a little more care on our end to ensure our nails stay healthy. Fortunately, it's easy to achieve soft, hydrated nails at home with the help of cuticle oil.
“Cuticle oils are more hydrating than hand creams,” nail technician and Hand & Nail Harmony educator Melisa Bruce tells InStyle. “They absorb better and stimulate nail growth. They also act as a protectant for freshly painted nails to prevent any scuffs, along with a quicker dry time and longevity for your manicure.” And if you're a nervous nail biter, the right cuticle oil can quickly heal your skin and even help you break the habit for good.
Now that you know why cuticle oil is an essential addition to your nail care routine, it's time to pick the perfect one. "Look for hydrating ingredients such as sunflower oil, grapeseed oil, vitamin E, safflower oil, and jojoba oil," Bruce advises. We scoured customer reviews across the internet and rounded up 14 top-rated options that shoppers can’t get enough of.
Nail oil can be applied as often as you’d like since there's really no such thing as too much hydration for dry fingers and nailbeds (especially right now). Many people like to leave a bottle in their purse or car so they can moisturize on the go. But one of the best times to apply cuticle oil is during your nighttime self-care regimen right before bed — since you won't be using your hands while you're sleeping, the oil has adequate time to soak in and work its magic.
But to really get the most of your cuticle oil, Bruce suggests massaging it into your skin to maximize its absorption and encourage growth. "Think of it as your daily skincare routine for your nails," she says. "Apply a small drop daily onto your cuticle area morning and night — a small drop will go a long way. I would recommend it especially after you wash your hands or use hand sanitizer since those can be drying to your cuticles."
Keep reading to learn more about each of these customer-loved nail treatments.
We use our hands all the time, so it's helpful to find a cuticle oil that doesn’t require you to wait around for it to soak in. This vegan treatment from Ella+Mila absorbs quickly so you can get back to your life without accidentally leaving oil stains on everything you touch. Formulated with sweet almond, sunflower, argan, and other essential oils, it works to hydrate and revitalize damaged cuticles while also strengthening weak nails.
“I hated oils for a long time because I kept getting ones that didn't soak into my skin and would just make me feel greasy or would dry out my skin so badly,” an Ulta customer explained in their review. “This one soaks in really quickly and actually moisturizes the skin around my nails that my lotions don't work super well on.” Another noted, “I've noticed a huge difference in my nails. It really helps to moisturize them and stop breakage.”
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