Hangnails
What are hangnails?
A hangnail is a nail condition where excess skin exists around the nail and partially detaches from the nail. Hangnails are annoying as they can be unattractive and painful as well.
Cause of hangnails
The main cause of hangnails relates to the dryness of the cuticles. When this area becomes dry, the cuticles depart partially from the nail region and become troublesome. The condition of a hangnail can worsen if individuals pick or pull at them, so if one has a hangnail it is best to try to avoid doing this.
Preventing hangnails
The best way to prevent the re-occurrence of hangnails is to keep the cuticles moisturized. This will make it less likely that hangnails result due to dry skin.
There are tons of products that will help prevent and treat hangnails. One type of treatment is a cuticle oil made especially for moisturizing and preventing dryness of the cuticles. Another good hangnail treatment is moisturizing cream.
How to treat a hangnail
Treat a hangnail by trimming the hangnail area with clean manicuring scissors. When trimmed, most hangnails will go away in a few days.