How to Properly Care for Your Cuticles

That layer along the bottom of your nail gets a bad rep, but it serves a vital purpose and needs plenty of TLC.
by Eden Univer, Teen Vogue

Cuticles may seem unnecessary (and rather unattractive), but when treated with care, they help protect the nail and surrounding skin. When improperly cut or ripped off, not only can they not function as they're supposed to, but you can end up with an infection! By gently and carefully pushing them back, they'll become much less noticeable and still be able to do their job of keeping your fingernails healthy.

We enlisted top nail experts to give you manicure tips and tricks that they use in salons and on celebs. Your clean, hangnail-free fingertips will thank you later!


More from Teen Vogue:
10 Quick Ways to Pump Up Your Ponytail
Top 5 Makeup Mistakes and How to Fix Them
5 Skin Habits to Break Now
9 Blunt Bangs Ideas for Your Next Haircut Inspired the Stars
Beauty Routines to Start Now
3 Tips for Banishing a Last Minute Breakout