Embryolisse, the brand behind one of the most revered cult-favorite facial moisturizers, has now earned praise for its hand and nail cream. According to dermatologists, the cream's key ingredients—glycerin and shea butter—can effectively address brittle, discolored, or textured nails. Dr. Brendan Camp, a board-certified dermatologist with MDCS Dermatology, previously told HuffPost that emollients like glycerin and shea butter improve the texture of nails and surrounding skin by filling in gaps and enhancing moisture retention.
Product Features
The Embryolisse Cicalisse hand and nail cream contains both shea butter and glycerin, a humectant that draws moisture into the skin. This rich yet non-greasy formula repairs and protects severely dry, damaged skin while softening brittle nails. It also includes pentylene glycol, a naturally derived conditioning agent that improves moisture penetration, making the cream highly effective with just a small amount. Many reviewers note that a little goes a long way, explaining the tube's compact, travel-friendly size.
User Reviews
Reviewers report noticeably softer hands after using the cream, which helps target cracks and severe dryness on fingers and around nails. One Amazon reviewer, R. Hinton, states: "Hands are silky soft! Bonus that it's for nails too! The moisturizing is superb and my hands feel so soft after using." Another user, Autumn, notes that splitting around her fingers improved, adding, "I noticed a little splitting around my fingers got better when I started using this." Nikki, a cleaner who deals with drying conditions, says: "This is one of the only lotions that has actually helped with my issue. No more dry patches or irritated skin."
The cream is available on Amazon for $13. Its multi-tasking performance and positive reviews make it a worthwhile investment for those seeking relief from dry hands and brittle nails.
