17 Best Cuticle Removers and Tools

Expert: Ekaterina Alekseevna Savitskaya

*Review of the best according to the editors of expertology.ru. About the selection criteria. This material is subjective in nature, does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before purchasing, consultation with a specialist is required.

Hands are often visible, so it is important to keep your nails well-groomed. Manicure in this case is a must. But not every woman pampers herself by visiting salons. Therefore, you have to resort to means that make it easy to get your nails in order yourself. Our article will help you decide on the choice of cosmetic products and tools.

Expertology experts took into account reviews from experienced professionals and users, ranking the 17 best cuticle removers and tools.

What to look for when choosing cuticle removal products and tools

1. Kinds
   . Products for removing cuticles are divided into groups: removers (liquid products that, due to special components in the composition, dissolve the cuticle), gels (similar in action to removers), oils (soften slightly neglected cuticles, allowing them to be pushed back painlessly, moisturize the nail plate, and also the skin around), pencils (have a composition similar to a remover or gel, but are more convenient to use due to the release form). It’s worth choosing a product that will solve your problems. For example, if you have dry cuticles, you should pay attention to oil, and if there are strong skin growths, you should pay attention to remover or gel. If you have to go on a trip, then opt for a pencil.
2. Compound.
   In terms of composition, the products are: acidic (contain lactic, fruit and other acids), alkaline (used to remove rough cuticles), mineral (delicately act, nourish the skin with microelements, therefore used to maintain a manicure) and oil (soften dry cuticles due to caring natural ingredients). Be careful only with alkaline ones so as not to harm the nail plate. Use alkali products only in rare cases when you need to remove severely neglected cuticles.
3. Ease of use.
   The packaging is responsible for this parameter. It is more convenient to apply the oil composition with a brush, so such products are produced in bottles that resemble nail polish. It is important to control the amount of remover and gel in order to apply it in a narrow strip to the cuticle, which means an elongated, pointed nose with a tiny hole is required. A pencil is similar to a felt-tip pen with a hard, beveled rod, much less often - with a brush.

Choice

When choosing a trimmer, you should consider the material from which the working surface is made. Experts do not advise purchasing very cheap models. In this case, there is a risk of the tool becoming dull, which will make it quite difficult to remove unnecessary skin. Cheap trimmers contain low-quality materials that bend and fail due to strong pressure.

It is better to choose devices from high-quality materials that are sharp for a long time and do not corrode. The best option would be a trimmer with a working surface made of medical steel and a plastic handle.

Low-quality plastic will crack due to constant use and strong pressure, and this trimmer will have to be thrown away. The advantage of medical steel is that scratches are less likely to occur on its surface. The material also does not deteriorate due to corrosion.

Rating of the best cuticle removers

The best liquid removers for removing cuticles

CND Cuticle Away

Rating: 4.9

In first place is a professional product that makes it easy to do a European manicure. The product contains a twenty percent alkaline solution, which allows you to quickly dissolve even dry cuticles. Aloe vera extract has an anti-inflammatory and softening effect. The jelly-like consistency allows you to use the product economically. The manufacturer indicates that after the procedure you should remove any remaining remover with a damp cloth or wash your hands with water.

Advantages

• easily dissolves cuticle;
• large volume – 177 ml;
• softens and moisturizes;
• quick impact;
• acceptable cost - 890 rub.

Flaws

• not found.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of this device include such characteristics as ease of use and the relative cheapness of the device compared to other manicure accessories.

However, if you are not careful, you can easily get hurt. Most often, you can get injured with a completely new trimmer.

How to sharpen a trimmer? Many people ask this question. Although it is worth highlighting the fact that “sharpening” the tool lasts about two years. And, based on its low cost and availability, the device can easily be replaced with a new device.

The best gels for removing cuticles

ARAVIA Professional "Cuticle Remover"

Rating: 4.9

In first place is a Russian-made gel containing active plant ingredients that soften and remove the cuticle. The product contains D-panthenol and glycerin, which have a moisturizing and softening effect, as well as chamomile and green tea extract for a soothing and anti-inflammatory effect. Active components quickly but delicately soften the cuticle, allowing you to gently remove it from the nail plate.

Advantages

• exfoliating effect;
• large volume – 100 ml;
• suitable for professional use;
• prevents skin growth on the nail;
• nourishes and softens the skin;
• has a regenerating effect;
• price availability - 450 rub.

Flaws

• not found.

Cuticleer

Rating: 4.8

The second line goes to the gel, suitable not only for manicure, but also for pedicure. The product contains sodium hydroxide and fruit acids that dissolve the cuticle, as well as urea, which copes with rough areas of the skin. Glycerin and a complex of plant extracts care for the skin and nail plate, maintaining a healthy and well-groomed appearance. Users consider the product to be the best in terms of price and quality.

Advantages

• slows down cuticle growth;
• has a gentle effect;
• exfoliating effect;
• price availability - 100 rubles per 10 ml.

Flaws

• not found.

Peculiarities

This tool is popular both for self-treatment of skin and in professional beauty salons. The main advantage is that using a nail trimmer is hassle-free and can remove dead cells in a few minutes. The tool consists of two parts that resemble cloves; they are used to painlessly remove the skin.

The peculiarity of this tool is that at the other end there is usually a special spatula for lifting the skin from the plate. It allows you to cut the cuticle without harming your nails. When working with it, you must follow all the recommendations of professional craftsmen, since you can accidentally remove excess skin, which will lead to fester, the development of pathogenic infections and deterioration in the appearance of your hands.

Best oils for cuticle removal

El Corazon Bali Spa Oil

Rating: 4.9

In first place is oil with coenzyme Q10, lenthian, amino acids and B vitamins. The product also contains Chinese buscus and mint oil, trace elements, immunomodulating polysaccharides, enzymes, D-panthenol. Active substances allow you to effectively and gently soften the cuticle so that you can easily move it away from the nail plate. The product allows you to do an express manicure. It can also be used to give your nails a well-groomed appearance after the procedure.

Advantages

• heals small cuts;
• gives a long-term effect;
• has a pleasant aroma;
• strengthens the nail plate;
• prevents the formation of hangnails and cuticle growth;
• reasonable cost - 210 rubles for 15 ml.

Flaws

• not found.

El Corazon Perfect nails Cuticle Oil No. 405

Rating: 4.8

On the second line is an oil specially designed for dry cuticles. Contains mineral oils. Has a therapeutic effect, restoring and nourishing the skin around the nail plate. Softens keratinized areas, moisturizes, eliminates flaking and heals small wounds. Users note that the oil only softens the cuticle without dissolving it. This is enough for a manicure procedure, since after using the product the cuticle easily moves off the nail plate.

Advantages

• slows down the growth of the cuticle, making it thinner;
• economical consumption;
• has a pleasant aroma;
• accelerates nail growth;
• price availability - 180 rubles for 16 ml.

Flaws

• not found.

Sharpening a manicure tool

In order to extend the life of your manicure set, you need to take care of it:

• clean it after each use;
• do not forget to put on special protective caps or place them in cases;
• do not use the tool for other purposes;
• sharpen dull edges.

If while working you notice that your tools have become dull, there are several ways to solve this problem:

• use the services of an individual master, who can be called to your home, and he will solve the problem using manual grinding;
• contact a workshop where experienced craftsmen will sharpen on a professional machine and give a guarantee for the service life;
• sharpen yourself at home.

If you decide to sharpen at home, you will need a regular carbon steel file.

Step-by-step sharpening:

1. We eliminate the backlash.
2. Clean the hinge joint.
3. We sharpen the planes of the blade.
4. Sharpen the corners of the blade.
5. Sharpen the outer cutting edges.
6. We polish the “cheeks”.
7. Polish and lubricate.

The best pencil for removing cuticles

L'Action Cuticle Pen

Rating: 4.9

In first place is a pencil, which, due to its softening, makes it easy to remove the cuticle. Contains hypoallergenic and natural ingredients such as almond and avocado oil. After application, the skin is deeply moisturized, so the cuticle moves off the nail plate quite easily. The substances have a caring effect, returning your hands to a well-groomed and neat appearance. You can use the product several times a day as needed.

Advantages

• the special shape of the cap allows you to push back the cuticle;
• convenient to take on the road;

Flaws

• small volume – 4 ml;
• relatively expensive, considering the small volume - 350 rubles.

Purpose of the device

A cuticle trimmer is a special device used to remove keratinized epidermis, cuticles and hangnails. It is also called a sharp tooth. The device received this name due to the presence of 2 teeth, looking slightly upward in the shape of the letter V.

Often, one end of the cuticle trimmer has a spatula for sliding the cuticle off the nail. Inside, the device is presented in the form of a machine. This could be a framer with attachments. Milling cutters are made from:

• diamond;
• silicone carbide;
• carbide;
• hard alloys.

Attachments rotating around an axis can remove cuticles and keratinized epidermis and polish nails. European options involve eliminating the cuticle using chemicals that dissolve it.