Your cuticles consist of a layer of dead, transparent skin that adheres to the nail plate and protects the living part of your nail under your skin from bacteria and infections. As your nail grows, it carries a layer of dead skin cells with it. This is why the cuticles are visible on the nail. You use cuticle nippers to trim your hangnails. Hangnails are pieces of skin or cuticle that are torn or split; they are often located next to your nail or under the cuticle. If you do not cut these pieces off, they can tear further, which can cause pain or an infection. In our assortment, you will find all kinds of scissors & nippers that will help you trim your fingernails and toenails.
Caring for your cuticles
Before using cuticle nippers, start by softening and making the cuticles flexible using warm water or a warm oil. This prepares the cuticles for removal. Clean the skin thoroughly. You can use a cuticle pusher, or cuticle stick, to prevent your cuticles from being damaged. Gently push the delicate skin and the lower part of the nail back. Then gently rub a warm, damp washcloth over your cuticles. Next, use the cuticle nippers to trim your hangnails. Afterwards, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and also apply lotion to the cuticles. You can also trim the nails with a nail scissors or nail nipper, or use a ttoenail clipper to trim your toenails.