How can you prevent a split finger?

Answer by  johnresa (2455)

Make sure to keep your hands thoroughly moisturized. Split finger is most often caused by dry skin so if you keep your skin nice and hydrated you would most likely not suffer from this anymore.

Answer by  typclared (27)

I tend to get split fingers too, and I keep a bottle of lotion at my desk at work. Everytime I think about it, or get up and come back to my desk, I always dab a little on my fingertip.

Answer by  km8738 (1917)

The best way to prevent a split finger is to moisturize them well beyond however much you are currently doing so. It is a tough battle, but slathering on a large amount of vaseline before going to sleep will often lead to a softer, less dry, and less cracked skin.

Answer by  hermione3280 (8)

The best way to prevent this is too use a thick unscented lotion after getting your hands wet,and if lotion is not an option look for a moisturizing hand sanitizer. Moisture is key to prevention however a good multivitamin full of antioxidants will also helps as it nourishes and repairs your skin from the inside.

Answer by  Kattie (598)

A split finger nail? Make sure you're properly treating the original split so you don't have a recurrence. If you do not have the means to treat it at home a doctor can treat it for you. Building your nail's strength so be your next priority. Take in plenty of water and vitamins. Also try nail strengthening polish.

Answer by  johnresa (2455)

The best thing to do to prevent split finger is to make sure you keep your hands moisturized at all times. Split finger is caused by the cracking of skin due to dryness. Make sure to use a nice thick cream based moisturizer and not oil based because some oil based moisturizers can cause drier skin for some.