How to use a cuticle pusher

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Method 2 of 3: Pushing the cuticle away
Method 3 of 3: Choosing a cuticle pusher
Tips
Warnings
What do you need

1 For best results, soften your nails and cuticles before using the pusher. This is a necessary step in order to facilitate the pushing off of the cuticle. If the cuticle is not soft and you try to push it away, you can rip the skin, causing painful damage.

2 Apply cuticle remover to your nail. You can also use cuticle oil along with a cuticle remover. Make sure to spread it evenly around the entire circumference. Leave it on for 2 minutes.

3 Immerse your fingers in a small bowl of warm water and soak them for 3 minutes. This will help soften the cuticles even more.

4 Use a small towel to gently dry your nails.

Method 2 of 3: Pushing the cuticle away

1 Use the rounded part of the cuticle pusher to push it back onto the surface of the nail. Position the pusher at an angle of 35 to 45 degrees and gently slide it towards the base of the nail and push away the softened cuticle.
2 Use the pointed, pointed side to push the cuticles at the corners of your nails. You can also use this top to clean under your nails. Repeat this procedure on all nails.

Method 3 of 3: Choosing a cuticle pusher

1 Decide which pusher you need: metal or wooden. Metal pushers are more suitable for tough, hard cuticles. Wooden pushers are best for soft cuticles.
2 Select the desired cuticle pusher tip. Some have blunt, rounded edges, others have sharp, pointed ends or spoon-shaped, and still others are curved. The most common of these has a rounded tip on one end and a sharp tip on the other.

Tips

When trimming off excess cuticle, it is best to place your nails on a hard surface. Try to do this slowly and be careful not to slip your hand or cut yourself. Be very careful when using cuticle scissors.
If you regularly push back your cuticles, you won't need to trim them often.
Apply moisturizing oil to your cuticles. If your cuticle becomes excessively dry, you need to do this. For example, you can use olive oil on your cuticles to keep them smooth and healthy. Massage each nail for better absorption. Even a short massage will do.
Instead of using cuticle remover or cuticle oil, petroleum jelly is also an effective cuticle softener.
Use a high-quality cuticle scissors to cut off hangnails, excess cuticles, and dead skin as needed.
Try to cut off any burrs as close to the base as possible without harming your nails or skin.