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\n<\/p>\nAllure<\/em> contributing commerce editor Deanna Pai applying the CND Solar Oil Nail and Cuticle Conditioner<\/p>\n<\/span>Deanna Pai<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhy it\u2019s worth it:<\/strong> CND’s Solar Oil is a nail salon (and nail artist) staple for good reason: Over time and with regular use, the jojoba oil and vitamin E help restore and heal dry, cracked skin on and around your fingers and nails.\u201cIt also has almond and avocado oils that absorb deeply and keep the cuticles feeling soft for hours,\u201d says San Diego-based nail artist Valeriia Telemaniuk. It\u2019s also spiked with rice bran oil, which is rich in skin-smoothing antioxidants. \u201cNatural oils like these penetrate much deeper than vitamin-only formulas, which is why they work so well for winter dryness or for my nurses and doctors who are constantly sanitizing their hands,\u201d Telemaniuk adds.<\/p>\n\n
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\u201cWhen I notice my cuticles looking ragged, manicure or no manicure, I reach for this stuff, which helps soften my skin and minimize peeling (and, bonus, has a nice light scent). I swear my nails have been stronger and less stained since I’ve been using it, too. It dries almost instantly and doesn’t leave my fingers feeling greasy\u2014a rare find for cuticle oil!\u201d \u2014Deanna Pai, contributing commerce editor<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> jojoba oil, vitamin E, rice bran oil, sweet almond oil<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> no<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest Splurge:<\/strong> Chanel L’Huile Cam\u00e9lia Oil<\/h2>\n\n
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\n<\/p>\nAllure<\/em> shopping editor Angela Trakoshis applying the Chanel L’Huile Cam\u00e9lia Oil<\/p>\n<\/span>Angela Trakoshis<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhy it’s worth it:<\/strong> Stave off dryness on your cuticles and nail beds with the Allure<\/em> editor- and Telemaniuk-favorite (and therefore definitely splurge-worthy!) Chanel L’Huile Cam\u00e9lia Oil. This leak-free oil pen slathers your cuticles in a thick yet fast-absorbing veil of camelia oil, which is abundant in moisturizing ceramides. Fun fact: The dispenser tip also works as a cuticle pusher. This oil turns dry, ragged fingers into healthy-looking, silky ones in a single luxe ritual.<\/p>\n\n
\n<\/p>\nFormer Allure<\/em> content director Kara McGrath applying the Chanel L’Huile Cam\u00e9lia Oil<\/p>\n<\/span>Kara McGrath<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n\n<\/p>\nMcGrath’s hand after applying the Chanel L’Huile Cam\u00e9lia Oil<\/p>\n
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\u201cI\u2019m obsessed with the Chanel cuticle oil to the point where I find myself applying it after every hand wash. It feels so luxurious and keeps my nails looking salon-fresh. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly, leaving my cuticles soft and hydrated without any greasy residue, and the subtle, elegant scent is such a treat.” \u2014Angela Trakoshis, former shopping market editor<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\u201cI love that this cuticle oil is a little more viscous than most; the thicker formula stays where I’ve applied it rather than running down my fingers. It instantly makes my cuticles and nails look more moisturized, plus, it has a light floral scent that’s simply divine.\u201d \u2014Kara McGrath, former content director<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> camellia oil<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> no<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest Affordable:<\/strong> Cuccio Revitalizing Cuticle Oil<\/h2>\n\n
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\n<\/p>\nAllure<\/em> senior commerce editor Sarah Felbin applying the Cuccio Revitalizing Cuticle Oil<\/p>\n<\/span>Sarah Felbin<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhy it’s worth it:<\/strong> Cuccio\u2019s Revitalizing Cuticle Oil is the definition of a bang-for-your-buck beauty find. The 2.5 fl. oz bottle will go a long way, and the results linger just as long. Powered by cold-pressed safflower and sunflower oils, plus vitamin E, this silky\u2014but never greasy\u2014treatment delivers deep, fast-absorbing hydration that brings brittle, cracked cuticles back to life\u2014while helping nails grow stronger and healthier over time. There are a ton of varieties and scents, but our favorite goes to Milk and Honey, which offers additional softening and moisture-locking benefits.<\/p>\n\n
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“Take it from someone with constant hangnails\u2014this stuff is amazing. You get a huge bottle of oil for the price, and it takes care of dry, flaky skin while you sleep. After I started keeping this on my nightstand, I noticed a major difference in how my cuticles and nails looked and felt. And, if you’re worried about stickiness or staining, don’t be. The oil feels super-lightweight and sinks in in just a few minutes (and hasn’t left any marks on my bedding). It’s the perfect last step of any at-home manicure.”\u2014Sarah Felbin, senior commerce editor<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> cold-pressed safflower oil, sunflower oil, vitamin E, milk, and honey<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest Cuticle Serum:<\/strong> Olive & June Cuticle Serum<\/h2>\n\n
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\u201cI\u2019m a manicure DIYer, and I love that the sponge-y applicator allows me to control how much oil I apply\u2014it makes me feel like a pro. My cuticles are constantly peeling, and this is the only thing that smoothes and soothes my nailbeds.\u201d \u2014Deanna Pai, contributing commerce editor<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> avocado oil, apricot kernel oil, jojoba oil, glycerin<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest Cuticle Oil:<\/strong> Tenoverten The Rose Oil<\/h2>\n\n
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\n<\/p>\nAllure<\/em> contributing commerce writer Jennifer Hussein applying Tenoverten The Rose Oil to her nails<\/p>\n<\/span>Jennifer Hussein<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhy it’s worth it:<\/strong> Tenoverten’s The Rose Oil squeezes 12 types of conditioning oils\u2014including roseflower, jojoba, argan, and pomegranate\u2014into one slim tube that tucks easily into a clutch or desk drawer. This 2022 Best of Beauty winner has a rollerball applicator that ensures the lightweight formula goes exactly where you want it\u2014and nowhere you don’t.<\/p>\n\n
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\u201cI\u2019m an avid fan of Tenoverten\u2019s nail studio, but when I don\u2019t have time to get to downtown Manhattan, I spruce up my nails with an at-home mani that, of course, includes The Rose Oil. The rollerball tip provides precise application and emits a thin layer of oil that my nibbled cuticles slurp up in seconds.\u201d\u2014Jennifer Hussein, contributing commerce writer<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> roseflower oil, jojoba oil, argan oil, pomegranate oil, sweet almond oil, hemp seed oil<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest for Brittle Nails:<\/strong> OPI ProSpa Nail & Cuticle Oil<\/h2>\n\n
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