The 8 Best Cuticle Creams of 2019

In case you’re not totally sold on the idea of just cuticle cream, this product moisturizes your full hand and your cuticle all at once. Clinique promises 12 hours of hydration, so your hands, cuticles, and nails can be fully restored. The thick formula thickens your skin’s ability to defend itself against environmental stressors, like a quick drop in temperature. It’s important your hands and cuticles are able to retain moisture because when temperatures drop, your skin dries out, so the more moisture they have, the better off they’ll be. The product is also fragrance-free and allergy tested, so you don’t have to worry about extra irritation. Clinique recommends daily use, especially in the winter months.

To help soothe those painful hangnails and moisturize tough skin, this cream is infused with apricot oil, which the brand says deeply penetrates the skin for extra moisture. The cream absorbs quickly, so it acts fast. It helps condition the nail and skin around it for smooth, non-damaged cuticles. As an Amazon choice product, customers love this for a quick, daily moisturizer that actually makes a difference in the look and appearance of their cuticles.

Obviously, because Burt’s Bees uses all natural ingredients for their products, this cream is no exception. The cream uses almond oil and cocoa seed butter to help soften your cuticles. The ingredients create the rich, creamy texture, while the vitamin E and sunflower oil help restore brittle and peeling nails. The beeswax included locks in moisture for long-lasting effects, so your hands stay smooth for longer. Plus, it has an irresistible fresh lemon scent. The brand recommends using it daily in the morning or applied generously over the fingers and toes for an overnight repair.

Flexitol specifically claims to improve the look and feel of your cuticles by treating the appearance of hangnails and split skin around the nail with this tough cream. The cream conditions your cuticles so they’re smoother and healthier than before. It buffs away dry edges that might cause bleeding and cracked skin. It also promotes healthy nail growth by keeping your cuticle intact. Hangnails and split skin can be painful, so it’s important to take care of your nail area with a product like this.

Because this cream is made from, you guessed it, coconuts, it is the closest you can get to coconut oil, a great natural moisturizer that's packed with vitamins and nutrients. Unlike coconut oil however, Yes To Coconut's cuticle cream doesn't give off that slick oil feeling a jar of pure coconut oil does, making it a mess-free solution.

This Amazon Choice product can heal damaged, chapped, or cracked cuticles without that greasy sensation a lot of hand creams and oils leave. Because it’s also infused with passionfruit and shea butter, you can use this to soften your hands if they’re also feeling drier. Instead of having separate cuticle and hand creams, this one does it all. Plus, it’s Leaping Bunny certified, meaning it’s cruelty-free and free from SLS, parabens, and petroleum.

If it’s in your budget to treat yourself to a luxe cuticle cream, this should be the one you purchase. Dior created this formula in 1963 for women to have better-looking nails before and after a manicure. The cream encourages nail growth and conditions the cuticle while locking in moisture, so your nails look and feel stronger. Because of the rich formula, it can moisturize even the most damaged skin. The brand encourages customers to use this at night with or without nail polish on, so the cream can fully work its magic.

When your cuticles and hands are noticeably dry, you need something that can double down on the moisture. This Amazon choice product promises to provide all-day hydration, so your hands appear softer and your cuticles feel less damaged. It’s infused with shea butter and natural oils, like sunflower seed oil, so your skin is firm yet silky smooth. The brand suggests using this daily to keep your hands and cuticles conditioned. The four-ounce bottle also is the optimal size for you to throw in your bag and take it on the go.