Oils are the best way to get moisture into the skin.
2. Never put your hands in hot or icy water :
Hot water makes skin dry by taking away sebum; cold can cause a constriction and then a dilation of capillary vessels, leading to redness.
3. Use a milky hand wash :
The clearer the cleanser, the more it may dry out your skin. Also avoid soaps that contain the harsh chemical triclosan (often marked "antibacterial") and instead look for naturally antibacterial ingredients such as tea tree oil or eucalyptus.
4. Moisturize post-sanitizer :
It's a step most of us wouldn't think to do, but it's important. High amounts of alcohol can dehydrate skin and nails, making polish chip faster. Just wait until the sanitizer has dried.
5. Learn proper cuticle care :
If cuticles are dry and torn, any manicure will look old. However, cutting cuticles can open you up to infection and make them look worse. Exfoliate hands with a body scrub, then nip only hangnails that you can wiggle.
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