Dear Doctors: Right after I got a manicure, the skin around two of my fingernails got red and really swollen. My roommate says it can happen when the manicurist cuts your cuticles. Is that true? You ...

black person's hand with swirl nail designs on yellow background Every time you sit down in the nail salon chair, there’s always the daunting question: do you want your cuticles cut? Cutting your ...

The cuticle is a perfect example of function meets aesthetics. Not only does it serve an imperative role in nail health, but it really can make or break the appearance of a manicure. “When the cuticle ...

Perfectly polished nails can quickly become a nightmare when fungal infections take hold. These persistent organisms thrive in the warm, moist environments that many popular nail care practices ...

Scenario: You're at a nail salon. The manicurist asks if you'd like your cuticles cut or pushed back—what do you do? "Avoid cutting cuticles," said Zoya Creative Director Rebecca Isa. "They are there ...

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I’m sure we have all heard our nail technicians tell us to look after our cuticles better – but do we do it? Probably not. Cuticles serve a purpose in helping to keep nails healthy and strong, so it ...

Q: Right after I got a manicure, the skin around two of my fingernails got red and really swollen. My roommate says it can happen when the manicurist cuts your cuticles. Is that true? A: The focus on ...