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Dry, split, or cracked nails mean you’re not spending your day building LEGO boxes or plotting how to reconstitute your computer in a closet. (If you need to access your cat’s office, it might be time to invest in a new desk set.) But this isn’t a plague that can be cured by finding a stranger you know. In cold weather, the stress is greater, so breaks between sessions can be even more difficult for your digits. In the days before a big snowball fight or a midnight softball game, you’ll likely see more cold-weather nails than your usual. If you’ve experienced the woes of harsh weather split nails, read on for tips to keep your ends healthy, and avoid this dreaded beauty dilemma next time the temperature dips.

Lightweight and easy to maintain: Going bare is the most affordable option and a great way to keep your look youthful. Wash your nails in warm water and wait fifteen minutes. Then use an exfoliating, nail-soaking pad or a hydrating gel. Unless you do it yourself, buy a “nail dip.”

Easier to clean: Because you don’t have to worry about soaking nails, you can get ‘shucked’ without fear of breakage. During cold weather, you should also thoroughly exfoliate your hands with a clean, damp cloth — keep moisturizer handy for extra insulating. Use the brush offered by your nail salon to scrub around the edges of the nail.

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Wash, dampen, dry quickly: During cold weather, a damp towel can be a good dry-to-dry aid for your cuticles, so we’ve seen dried cuts on the bathroom counter. When the humidity gets too high, water can stand in for toluene. To get this bad-girl odor-fighting compound out of your face, dial up the tip on your razor — leave it on for a moment. These zaps will also keep skin moisturized at the same time.

Dab and go: Stashing a little of your favorite nail polish in your purse or coat pocket isn’t going to cut it. The key is figuring out the right kind for you. Do you have a green thumb? Use green lacquer — it’s the perfect insulator. Cute, yes, but people sometimes question its bright tone; just for those nights you want to read a science book during the night. Stash navy, oxblood, and silver to keep from blue tones.

Thick or thin? There are two types of tips: thick versus thin. Thick tips are fine for greasy palms and grubby hands, and thin tips can be great on fingertips or creased fingertips. Be selective about your choice of tips, but it’s a helpful tip to have.

Don’t forget the tips! Think about your own favorite tips. The darker the tips are, the healthier they are. Nails that are slightly thinner can also last longer. Flatter tips — like those worn on some runway models — also makes a difference.

Quick rub, soak, and peel: A few copious applications will keep your tips and cuticles healthy. To absorb the oil from rough-hewn hands and unbrushed fingernails, apply a base coat, add a top coat, and add some extra protection. These products will keep your wearable-at-all-costs nails in good shape. (Find your base or top coat here.)

Divide and conquer: Divide your hands into two equal sections for easier hand wash. Transfer the dip to both sections and wash immediately with warm water. If your hands aren’t clear in the first place, this tip will surely help bring the shine back to your digits.

For more skin-care hacks, see our gallery of weekly beauty fixes for celebrity hair tips.