P.S. Your At-Home Mani Isn't Complete Without One of These Cuticle Oils

Byeeee hangnails.

Not gonna lie, I am soooo bad about doing/taking care of my nails. I rarely get manis at the salon and pretty much never attempt a DIY manicure at home. That being said, there is one easy nail thing I do all the time though, and that’s slather my nails in cuticle oil. Like, even if your nails are a total mess, quickly massaging them with a few drops of cuticle oil can make SUCH a difference in their shine and health. Basically, cuticle oil will make your dry, haggard skin virtually disappear on contact, and because most formulas contain nourishing ingredients, like plant extracts and argan oil, they can also help strengthen your nails. Try one of these 13 best cuticle oils below to see for yourself.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below 1 Best Cuticle Oil for Hangnails JINsoon Extract Cuticle Oil Courtesy Image revolve.com $35.00

Hangnails are pretty much inevitable during the dry, winter months...unless you're using this cuticle oil. The nourishing formula is loaded with honeysuckle and primrose to repair brittle nails and heal cracked and damaged skin.

2 Best Vegan and Cruelty-Free Cuticle Oil Pacifica Nourish Nail + Cuticle Oil Courtesy Image ulta.com $10.00

Are you all about that vegan and cruelty-free beauty product life? Cool, so am I, which is why I love this animal-friendly cuticle oil from Pacifica. It's loaded with coconut oil, making it super nourishing for dry, rough cuticles.

3 Best Antibacterial Cuticle Oil Sundays Cuticle Serum 01 Courtesy Image dearsundays.com $20.00

If you're worried about your cuticle oil harboring germs, this antibacterial option is for you. It has a sanitary glass dropper that prevents the spread of bacteria and the formula is infused with myrrh oil, which moisturizes but also helps cure wounds and kill surface bacteria too.

4 Best Cuticle Oil for Nail Growth Pear Nova Green Tea Cuticle Oil Courtesy Image pearnova.com $13.50

This two-in-one treatment oil helps nourish cuticles and promote nail growth thanks to antioxidant-rich green tea extract. Just massage it on and around your nails twice a day (it's concentrated so you don't need a lot) for healthier, stronger nails and softer cuticles.

5 Best All-Natural Cuticle Oil Tenoverten The Rose Oil Courtesy Image verishop.com $26.00

This all-natural cuticle oil from non-toxic nail brand Tenoverten is full of hydrating plant extracts, like jojoba, rose, and argan oils, instead of potentially sketchy chemicals, to give you soft, moisturized cuticles.

6 Best Easy-To-Use Cuticle Oil Sally Hansen Cuticle Rehab Oil Courtesy Image ulta.com $7.49

This is hands-down the easiest cuticle oil I’ve used. It comes in a neat squeezy tube with a pen tip that won’t spill, leak, or make a mess when it’s bouncing around in your bag. And it’s so simple to use—just dab a little on your cuticles and quickly massage it in.

7 Best Pro Cuticle Oil CND Solar Oil Nail And Cuticle Care Courtesy Image amazon.com $8.50

There’s a reason this cuticle oil is used by professional manicurists in, like, every nail salon. It quickly transforms dry cuticles into the soft, smooth cuticles with a blend of sweet almond oil and vitamin E.

8 Best ~Fancy~ Cuticle Oil Dior Huile Abricot Daily Nutritive Serum Courtesy Image neimanmarcus.com $28.00

I mean, how freaking fancy are you gonna feel when you whip out this chic Dior cuticle oil at your desk, on the train, at brunch, or any other time/place that you notice your cuticles need some urgent TLC? Umm, VERY fancy.

9 Best Fast-Absorbing Cuticle Oil Deborah Lippmann Cuticle Oil Nail Cuticle Treatment Courtesy Image sephora.com $20.00

I love this coconut oil-infused cuticle oil from celeb manicurist Deborah Lippmann because it soaks into your cuticles so damn fast. Add a drop to each nail, quickly massage it in for a second or two, and you’re done. There's zero residue or greasiness.

10 Best Scented Cuticle Oil Flowery Lavender Scented Cuticle Oil Courtesy Image ulta.com $7.99

I’m a sucker for anything that smells good, so naturally I love this lavender-scented cuticle oil from Flowery. Every time I dab a little on my sad, dry cuticles, I get instant spa-like vibes. Also, how cute is the bottle?!

11 Best Cuticle Oil Pen Dr. Hauschka Neem Nail and Cuticle Pen Courtesy Image dermstore.com $19.00

This cuticle oil pen has a firm, angled tip that’s great for shaping and pushing back your cuticles when you’re doing your nails at home. The best part, though? It’s infused with neem leaf extract and apricot oil to nourish your cuticles at the same time.

12 Best Roll-On Cuticle Oil French Girl Nail and Cuticle Oil Courtesy Image verishop.com $22.00

Roll this ultra-moisturizing cuticle oil around your nails for instant softness. It’s packed with organic plant extracts (like hemp and sunflower seed oils) that are rich in skin-nourishing fatty acids.

13 Best Classic Cuticle Oil Essie Apricot Nail and Cuticle Oil Courtesy Image essie.com $9.00

This apricot-scented cuticle oil from Essie is a total classic (it’s been one of my go-tos for years). I leave it on my nightstand and paint it on my nails and cuticles before bed to prevent hangnails and tears.

This story originally appeared on: Cosmopolitan - Author:Lauren Balsamo