If your hands are dry, flaky, or looking a little tired, it’s time for a glow-up routine that actually sticks. From daily rituals to weekly treatments and a viral TikTok trend, these easy habits are low effort, high reward. Keep scrolling while we answer the hard-hitting questions that’ll have your hands looking soft and hydrated all year long. Your future mani will thank you.
Healthy nails start with cuticle care. Transform dry cuticles into soft, radiant perfection with our must-have Glow Up Nail & Cuticle Oil. This lightweight cuticle oil is enriched with vitamin E and our signature MoodBloom Scent Technology™, perfect for all nail types.
You’ve seen it on TikTok. But what is nail slugging? Put simply, it’s a deep, hydrating treatment to combat dry, brittle nails and cuticles. Start by applying a generous amount of a thick hydrator, like To The Rescue Overnight Cuticle Balm, over the cuticles. For maximum effect, cover your hands with gloves to seal in the moisture. We like to do it overnight to allow plenty of time for the products to penetrate.
Pushing back is definitely preferred, especially for non-pros. Cutting can be a fast track to irritation and hangnails you did not ask for. Soak your hands in warm, soapy water for about 10 minutes to soften things up, apply
, let it sit for 2-32 to 3 minutes, then gently push back. Rinse off the residue and you're done.
Oil is the quick fix: liquid plant oils like jojoba that sink in fast and nourish the nail bed. Cream is the long game: heavier butters and waxes that sit on the skin longer and lock in moisture. Different jobs, both worth having on hand.
Completely, we recommend it! Once your gel polish is fully cured, oil isn't going to break it down or mess with the finish—it's just going to make your skin around it look a lot less neglected.
Dryness, hangnails, overgrowth. Basically, your cuticles start acting out, and it starts affecting how your manicure looks and lasts. The good news: there's no such thing as starting too late. Your cuticles will take the win whenever you’re ready.