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As much as they are still a source of discomfort for many people, the cuticles they have a very important function for the health of the hands: preventing the entry of bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms that cause nail diseases.
According to Karine Okamoto, dermatologist at Clínica Vanité, this skin also prevents the entry of chemical products that can attack the nail matrix and damage the nails, that is, it is a protective barrier against external aggressions to the nail.
Even so, it is not uncommon to find people who make mistakes when taking care of them – the most common of which is their removal, which, in addition to removing protection, can cause inflammation and infection at the site.
“To avoid removing the cuticle, we advise you to moisturize it with appropriate hand creams, including Vaseline, and just push the cuticle to minimize excess skin”, points out the doctor.
Therefore, we have selected 5 products that will help you with cuticle care!
5 products for cuticles
SOS Perfect Cuticles
Intensive treatment for cuticles, enriched with sunflower oil and vitamin E. Product free of parabens and ingredients of animal origin.
Moisturizing cream for cuticles
Cream for healthier cuticles, with regenerating action, keratin, vitamin B3 and allantoin.
stainless steel cuticle pusher
Spatula with cuticle pusher, with textured handle. Product sterilizable in autoclave.
Oil for nails and cuticles
Product with oil texture, provides hydration and protection for cuticles and nails. Daily use helps smooth cuticles, reducing the need for removal.
cuticle oil
Cuticle oil, with soothing and moisturizing function. It has natural ingredients in its formulation.