Before I get into the best cuticle oils, a bit of backstory. I was born in 1997 with what I can only describe as an untapped well of anxiety, which, for years, manifested in biting my nails and feeling deeply insecure about my subsequent nubs. Eventually, I kicked the habit, thanks to equal parts vanity and therapy, and have since been committed to keeping my nails as strong and healthy as possible.
Part of that commitment means skipping gel manicures in favor of regular polish (boring, I know), and taking care of my nails at home with essentials like nail strengthener and cuticle oil.
Vogue’s Favorite Cuticle Oils
Sally Hansen Vitamin E Nail & Cuticle Treatment Pen
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If you’re new to nail care, cuticle oils are designed to hydrate the cuticles and surrounding skin, helping to prevent dryness and hangnails while supporting stronger, healthier nails. There are plenty of options out there, and you don’t need anything overly fussy, just something you’ll actually use consistently.
That said, ingredients matter more than packaging, and format is just as important, especially if you’re easily put off by anything messy. Ahead, the eight cuticle oils we keep coming back to, with input from two celebrity manicurists we trust.
Best Overall: OPI ProSpa Nail and Cuticle Oil
- Why We Love It: If scent is your prerogative, Belakhlef notes that this one has the “best smell of the bunch,” a citrusy-floral blend thanks to grape seed, sesame, and kukui oils. She does point out that it has a thicker viscosity and more slip than the others. “Less is more with this one,” she says. Used properly, the bottle should last you a few months, making it a surprisingly good value. If you want something smaller or easier to travel with, the brand also offers a cuticle pen, so you don’t have to bubble wrap your vanity bag.
- Key Ingredients: Grape seed oil, sesame oil, kukui oil
- Size: 14.8 mL
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