Baking soda is an affordable and natural exfoliant that can be used to soften your cuticles to make them easier to remove. Citation. You see your cuticles are used to seal off and protect the nail matrix, which is the part deeper into the cuticles, that is responsible for nail growth. Citation. One of the best ways to make and keep your cuticles looking strong and healthy is to keep them well-nourished and hydrated. But the brand that I use and recommend is Blue Cross, they are very effective and yet not overly potent to damage your nails or cuticle.

Now if you don’t want to use a store-bought cuticle remover you can use a combination of oil, soap, and water to soften your cuticles which makes them easier to remove.

By working and shaping your cuticles allows your nail polishes and acrylics to look more smooth and uniform. To counter this I recommend using one with some form of moisturizer built-in or you can apply cuticle oil after removing your cuticles. Now baking soda will also make your cuticles extra dry so I recommend using it in conjunction with honey which acts as a moisturizer. But baking soda can be used by itself. Citation.

Each brand would be applied and used a bit differently. So you should follow the instructions on how to use that specific brand of cuticle remover. Now if you have an abrasive exfoliant you can do the same except you would have to more vigorously wash 6- Baking Soda and HoneyMost cuticle removers are safe to use since they have to be thoroughly tested before they can be sold to the public. I recommend pushing your nails into the lemon and letting it soak for 30 seconds then apply some oil and then use a cuticle pusher to neaten up your cuticles. 4- Apple Cider Vinegar The most effective brands of cuticle removers contain either Potassium Hydroxide or Sodium Hydroxide. These chemicals work by dissolving the dead cuticle tissue on the nails. Citation. The thin transparent cuticle tissue on your nails can actually absorb the dyes in your nail polish. And by absorbing the dyes dims the color of your polish making it lighter than it is supposed to be. 3- Makes Your Nail Polish Last Longer Additionally, if you apply your polishes over the thin transparent part of the cuticle found on your nails, it would give your polish a slight bumpy look and feel. 2- Allows your Nail Polish to Look Brighter