By Tia Cristy

Tips in Action: Painful Cuticle

On the side of your nails, sometimes the cuticle can pull away and become painful and infected. This can happen if your nails are in a need of care. The result is painful, but treating it before an infection sets in, is very important.

When you see the cuticle frayed away from the nail, take a sterilized pair of nail clippers and cut down as close to the skin as possible, without clipping the skin. (Side Note: there maybe no need to trim the nail down, to treat the area)

Rinse with hydrogen peroxide. (it may or may not sting)

Then, apply antibiotic cream to the nail and allow it to soften and heal the cuticle. Reapply ointment if needed. Use a bandage if necessary.

Once the area is healed, it might be a good idea to visit your local manicure table. Nail techs can help get those nails back into shape. Remember above all, nail health starts on the inside. So talk with your doctor if you’re having issues with your nails. A quick change in your diet or B vitamins might just do the trick to having better nails.

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