What's the best way to prevent hangnails?

[#1]

I always have awful hangnails. I take care of them regularly with a cuticle clipper, but does anyone know how to prevent them? I've heard it means my cuticles are dry, maybe from too much handwashing. So do I just need to apply more hand lotion? Thanks in advance!

[#2]

I would definitely suggest a deeply nourishing cuticle moisturizer. Also, try to not file or clip the sides of your nails if you can help it.

[#3]

I totally used to get them ALL the time! I started carrying around a mini lotion for my purse and haven't had one for ages, I can't even remember when the last one is!! 

I also wash my hands a lot but randomly in the car or waiting in line or something I am now in the habit of putting a little lotion on my hands and fingers. It really does help! 

Like the other poster said, I also do not trim the sides of my nails and if you do cut your cuticles then be sure to moisturize them appropriately.

[#4]

If you are looking for a treatment for hangnails, consider cuticle oil such as vitamin E oil, it helps rehydrate and prevent future dry, cracked cuticles. Hydrate the skin around your nails either with a cuticle cream or oil will prevent dryness which is the main cause for hangnails.

[#5]

Cuticle Oil is your friend! They make purse size ones that are easy and convenient. Try getting in the habit of applying it 2 times per day.