Care for those cuticles

Picture it. A fun girl's day at the salon. "Let's all get manicures!" she said. "Won't that be fun?" she said. All was going well (as it should when you're getting pampered)... until I saw an uncomfortable look in my friend's eyes, looked down at her nails, and realized the nail technician had gone a little bit overboard with the cuticle nippers. Her cuticles were... well, they were bleeding. Ouch. Ick. I don't want to talk about it anymore. Even before that day, that three minute stretch of the manicure experience was always one that I dreaded. But I knew that it must be important for some reason, otherwise, why would anyone subject themselves to that kind of nitty gritty torture?

Well, here's why. Your cuticles protect your nails from bacteria getting into the nail bed when there's new nail growth. Without healthy cuticles, infections can occur. So having healthy cuticles is a key component to overall nail health. Plus, having beautifully groomed cuticles can elongate the nail bed. And who doesn't want long, healthy-looking fingernails?

So what's the best way to care for cuticles? Dermatologists actually recommend against the use of cuticle nippers. There's no need to physically cut cuticles. Improper care (as my friend experienced with her rough manicurist) could remove that protective barrier, leaving the nails more susceptible to the aforementioned bacterial infections.

That's why we were THRILLED when we discovered our newest product - Citrus Infused Instant Cuticle Remover. It is effective, and as the name suggests, quick and easy. Simply apply to the nail bed, allow to penetrate for 15 to 30 seconds, push cuticles back with a stainless steel pusher or orange stick, and rinse with warm soapy water to dissolve hangnails and cuticles for natural, healthy nails in seconds. For even better results, wipe off with a washcloth or use a nail brush to remove excess skin. It is safe to use on both hands and feet and there's no need to pre-soften cuticles with water. And voila! Cuticles restored. You should always follow up a cuticle treatment with cuticle oil or a moisturizing lotion. As an extension of your skin, cuticles tend to get dry, too.

If you are like me and cringe at the thought of cuticle nippers coming anywhere near your hands or feet, this product is for you!