Make sure you moisturise your hands – especially after they’ve been in contact with water.

Before really messy jobs or if you’re coming in contact with harsh cleaning products protect your hands with gloves or wear some form of barrier cream to create a protective shield.

Soak your hands in warm water to soften your cuticles and using a cuticle stick gently push them back – do not cut\ them.

Apply a strengthening nail hardener if your nails are soft or brittle. This will stop them from chipping or tearing.

Treat your hands and yourself to a weekly manicure. If finding time to visit the salon is near impossible a simple home manicure is fine.

Trilogy Rose Hand Cream is a light, non-greasy and fast absorbing cream that protects even the driest hands while strengthening nails and cuticles.

The blend of Rose essential oil, nutrient-rich botanical extracts and conditioning Shea and Cocoa butter softens and protects your hands. RRP $25.90

Sukin Hand and Nail Cream is a light, moisture rich formula that infuses hands and nails with natural vitamins and minerals to keep them soft and healthy. RRP $10.99

Dr.Hauschka Neem Nail Oil nourishes and supports nails, cuticles and the nail bed with Anthyllis, Chamomile, Neem and Apricot Kernel Oil to ensure fingernails and toenails remain strong and healthy. RRP $59.00

Article by Emma Smith
7 March 2011

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