Cuticles are there for a reason
If you enjoy getting your nails done, you’re certainly aware of the practice of chopping off your cuticles to achieve a beautiful look, but you might want to reconsider after reading this!
The cuticle, a little patch of skin that surrounds your nails, serves to protect them from infection. Your nail is exposed with a little wound once the epidermis is removed, allowing bacteria and fungi to enter. So, while trimming your cuticles is a component of having a great manicure, it actually does nothing for your nails. Furthermore, it has the potential to be highly damaging.