We pay a lot of attention to our skin and hair but more often than not we fail to pay the same attention to our nails. Just like your skin and hair, your nails also deserve some pampering or they can get rather dull and brittle. One major problem with dryness around your nails is that it can also lead to dry cuticles. And this doesn't just happen during the winter season. There are a number of factors that can lead to dry cuticles. Washing your hands with soap too often, overuse of hand sanitizers or even excessive use of acetone can dry up your cuticles. So, what can be done to combat this dryness you ask? Here are some tips that will help you. Take a look.

One of the best things you can do to heal dry and cracked cuticles is to apply a topical ointment and then cover your cuticles in bandages. While the ointment will help heal your cuticles, the bandages will keep them covered and will provide a sterile environment for the cuticles to heal.

Argan oil is famous for its ability to help tame frizzy hair, but it can also work wonders in moisturising dry cuticles. Try to opt for pure argan oil as it can work really well for your skin. All you have to do is apply some drops on your cuticles and then massage well for a few minutes. You'll see the difference a few days later.

Take a moisturising oil like olive oil and then heat it up. Once warm, pour the oil into two separate bowls. Then dip your hands into each bowl (make sure the oil isn't too hot, you wouldn't want to get burned) and let your fingers soak for about 10 minutes. Once done, wrap your hands in cling film for another 10 minutes so that your hands can soak up all that moisture.

Cuticle oils are pretty good at moisturising the cuticles too. In fact, they're better than cream since they get absorbed into the skin a lot more quickly and easily. Just apply some as soon as you step out of the shower as it'll get absorbed faster in damp hands.

Coconut oil is like this magical elixir that can cure any ailment and thankfully, it works rather well to hydrate dry cuticles too. Just apply some coconut oil to your cuticles and massage well. Apart from moisturising your cuticles, it will also give your nails a pretty shine.