How to Use Nail Cuticle Oil

Written By
Melissa King
Melissa King
Published: Jul 28, 2010
Updated: Dec 13, 2021
2 minute read
How to Use Nail Cuticle Oil

If you suffer from dry, brittle nails, try hydrating them with a few drops of cuticle oil. Cuticle oil delivers a shot of moisture, vitamins and plant extracts directly to your fingernails, so they'll look shiny and healthy almost instantly after application. It's best to apply cuticle oil daily for consistent results.

Remove any nail polish you are currently wearing so the cuticle oil can penetrate your nails more easily.

Wash your hands, nails and cuticles with soapy water. Dry your hands with a towel.

Lay one hand down flat on a clean towel with your nails facing up. Shake the bottle of cuticle oil a few times.

Brush the oil over your entire nail and cuticle area. When the brush gets dry, dip it back into the bottle of oil, then continue applying. Repeat this process with your other hand.

Massage the oil into your cuticles and the skin around your nail bed. If any excess oil remains, wipe it off with a paper towel.

Reapply cuticle oil every night before you go to bed.

Melissa King

Melissa King began writing in 2001. She spent three years writing for her local newspaper, "The Colt," writing editorials, news stories, product reviews and entertainment pieces. She is also the owner and operator of Howbert Freelance…

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