How do you get rid of hangnails?

Answer by  monkeyz (3150)

Using very small scissors, clip the hangnail as close to the bottom as possible and file it down if you can, to prevent it catching on anything. Hangnails are caused largely by dehydration, so if you make sure you are getting and retaining enough liquid in your diet, it should help to prevent them.

Answer by  Moma123 (1043)

Hangnail is a small torn piece of skin near the fingernail or toenail. It is caused by dry skin and nail biting. Hangnail should be removed by using clean nail scissors or nail clipper. To prevent them, hand lotion or moisturizer should be applied into the cuticles, two or three times a day.

Answer by  cafish (2035)

They are sometimes caused by nail biting and are dried skin. This also happens when pushing back the cuticles. Use clean, sterilized scissors or nail scissors to remove the hangnail. Use an antiseptic cream after the removal. Moisturize your hands when caring for your nails.

Answer by  HoshinoKaabii (38)

To get rid of hangnails, you may cut them off and rub some skin lotion on the growth area. This should be done two to three times a day.

Answer by  Moma123 (1043)

Hangnails should be cut carefully using sharp nail scissors or nail clipper. Do not bite nails Apply hand lotion to prevent them. Small dry skin, torn around nails causes hangnails.

Answer by  TJenkins602 (656)

You get rid of hangnails by thoroughly washing your hands, taking a nail clipper and picking out the hang nails, and applying ointment. Be sure to keep your hands moisturized. Biting your nails can cause the condition.