No. 12: Cutex Quick and Gentle Instant Jar Nail Polish Remover, $2.50, 12 Best Nail Care Products

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12 Best Nail Care Products

See which top-rated products really come in handy (wink, wink) for your nails

October 6, 2011 | by Kristin Hirai | 65 COMMENTS

No. 12: Cutex Quick and Gentle Instant Jar Nail Polish Remover, $2.50

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 8.6*
Why: Multiple readers agree this product "is simple, and easy to use" and "a lot better than using a cotton ball." One woman says, "You just open [the jar], stick your fingertip inside the sponge, and twist. Then voil�! You're done! So quick and easy, and SO nice not to have a drippy mess." Others agree that it "saves a lot of time" and actually "smells pretty good for polish remover." One reader who works as a nail technician says she has "all [her] clients use it before they enter [her] salon and [she] finishes their manicures quickly." Overall, readers "highly recommend this product."

Agree? Disagree? Write your review here.

*At time of publication

SEE NEXT PAGE: No. 11: Curel Targeted Therapy Fast-Absorbing Hand & Cuticle Cream, $5.89

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products mentioned

Cutex Instant Jar Nail Polish Remover

8.7

Curel Hand & Cuticle Therapy Cream

8.6

CND Creative Nail Design Cuticle Eraser

9.3

Vaseline Healthy Hand & Nail

8.6

Orly Bonder

8.6

Avon NAIL EXPERTS Neat Nails Nail Enamel Corrector Pen

9.0

Sally Hansen Extra Strength Polish Remover For All...

9.1

Sally Hansen Radiant Hands, Nails & Cuticles Creme

9.0

Burt's Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream

9.2

Sephora Collection Crystal Nail Files

9.0

Revlon Compact Emeryl File

9.2

Sephora Ingrown Nail Clippers

9.9

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by brianna121791 Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 07:58PM Report as inappropriate

Some great products here. I keep meaning to get a glass nail file!

by GigiSD Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at 06:06PM Report as inappropriate

Thanks for the great information.

by nicolemakris Monday, April 8, 2013 at 11:45PM Report as inappropriate

You can go file back and forth with a glass file? I have to get one! Going one direction is so tedious...

by BlondeCupcake Friday, March 29, 2013 at 11:49AM Report as inappropriate

These are all good products for nail care. Everyone hates to chip or break a nail. Especially when removing to plastic seal and tight cap from an eye drop bottle. A new product is coming this month designed to eliminate the hassle. It is called CapTool, Your Helping Hand.

by CapTool Tuesday, March 12, 2013 at 07:58PM Report as inappropriate

I use a wonderful nail file made of crystal glass, so gentle on the nails! i like when i see that the products recommended are sometimes "cheapies" - like Vaseline. Who says that in order to work a product needs to be super-expensive?!

by AstridB Thursday, February 14, 2013 at 10:56AM Report as inappropriate

i'd skip emery file, those tend to damage nails, and would add a buff and polisher.

by venenumletalis Sunday, January 20, 2013 at 06:17PM Report as inappropriate

Pretty cool, but I'm pretty plain when it comes to nail care.

by amber.flute Friday, January 11, 2013 at 02:03PM Report as inappropriate

Nice

by EricaF123 Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 11:50AM Report as inappropriate

I am a big lover of everything Vaseline I am going to have to check out that hand/nail lotion! I have a crystal nail file, and if I go back and fourth on the nail it gives me the heebee geebees! It does feel much better than the old emery board.

by morgan_ledford Friday, December 28, 2012 at 07:56AM Report as inappropriate

great new stuff to try!

by rayshaviolet Saturday, December 22, 2012 at 02:15PM Report as inappropriate

nail polish looks better than stickers on nails

by juan_carlos_ruiz_valencia Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 08:40PM Report as inappropriate

Thanks for all the nail info!

by sharon_siqueiros Friday, November 30, 2012 at 03:30PM Report as inappropriate

Orly products are so great. I use many of their colors and especially their hardeners and they are the best I've used. They are a big pricey but Sally Beauty always has a good deal on them!

by Lamexicana1 Thursday, November 29, 2012 at 09:09AM Report as inappropriate

I have one toe that grows in all the time and will be getting these to see if they help.

by rachelneed Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at 06:00PM Report as inappropriate

There are some great products here. I have used several. Would like to try the bonder polish.

by Ydabney Tuesday, November 27, 2012 at 01:03PM Report as inappropriate

OPI has a line of cuticle care and hand lotions too. I'm surprised none of that made it on this list

by kimihavens Thursday, November 8, 2012 at 11:15AM Report as inappropriate

Definitely looking into these - I hate my nails!

by schien Thursday, November 8, 2012 at 12:53AM Report as inappropriate

Wonderful!

by Lillium_Stargaz Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at 08:23PM Report as inappropriate

I have been using the Burt's Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream for years and I think its great! I definitely want to try the CND cuticle eraser now tough!

by Chris213 Friday, September 28, 2012 at 06:36AM Report as inappropriate

good

by Nicole2814 Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at 01:58PM Report as inappropriate

Im going to try the sephora glass nail file

by milenaa87 Friday, August 3, 2012 at 07:48AM Report as inappropriate

I have been wanting that Sephora glass nail file for a long time now. I think that just pushed me over the edge to get it!

by caligirldotcom Thursday, June 28, 2012 at 01:10PM Report as inappropriate

You can get cnd cuticule eraser at Empire beauty supply store and at Ulta

by irisespinosa Monday, June 25, 2012 at 12:42AM Report as inappropriate

CND cuticle eraser sounds so fabulous... is it only available online?

by VV001 Monday, May 28, 2012 at 07:45PM Report as inappropriate

where can you get the CND cutcle eraser?

by sarah_hux Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 08:13AM Report as inappropriate

Want to try the Orly bonder. Must get it!!

by Nicole1021 Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at 07:02AM Report as inappropriate

I used to buy cuticle oil, but now use petroleum jelly. It's not only great for cuticles. At night I use all over feet and put on sock. Really softens. It's great for chapped lips. I buy mine in CVS which makes one that has a lavender scent. I believe other stores make scented brands. If you look at the labels of many products for softening skin, you may see petrolatum, which is petroleum. A huge tub lasts a long time.

by ronist Monday, May 7, 2012 at 06:44AM Report as inappropriate

Oh, if only I had this article a year ago when my toe nails suffered greatly. They split, got brittle etc. and I had a black and blue under the nail. So, I went back to wearing polish even though it was not warm out (during sandal season). I did end up moisturizing though did not know of the product mentioned. The one thing that is important too is vitamins-since nails grow all the time. I went back to those partly because of this issue. I stopped using Sally Hansen nail products, but the base coat sounds like it might be worth a try. I just hope it is carried near me.

by evet Sunday, May 6, 2012 at 06:37AM Report as inappropriate

Great article! I am always looking for new nail care items.

by MssDani Friday, May 4, 2012 at 12:44PM Report as inappropriate

I definitely want to try the Orly bonder base coat. A manicure that lasts two weeks? That would be amazing.

by VV001 Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at 08:05PM Report as inappropriate

Loved the entire article-I have the worst and most embarrassing nails in the world-even the dermatologist said there was nothing he could do to help them-as a child I picked and split them whenever possible-bottom line-extremely embarrassing result and when I started using false nails from the salon that was the icing on the cake-total wreckage-I have been trying for a long time to do my best so now I will certainly try some of the products mentioned in the fabulous article-all we can is try-if we don't-nothing good happens-Again-thanks for the great article and product advice.

by BlondeBabe Friday, April 13, 2012 at 12:18PM Report as inappropriate

this was really helpful! I really should take better care of my nails they have been neglected and when I give myself a manicure I notice my nails split at the tips but now Im going to switch to the glass and see if it helps my nails. great article!

by Alisunshine Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at 05:51AM Report as inappropriate

I have just recently started hearing about glass files and want to try one out.

by beautybody Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 09:30PM Report as inappropriate

Great list! I do already have one of the Sephora glass files. I was skeptical at first, but I LOVE it and will never use anything else.

by tallredamanda Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 07:05AM Report as inappropriate

I can't wait to try the CND cuticle eraser!

by powerwoman033 Saturday, March 10, 2012 at 07:34PM Report as inappropriate

interesting

by Nicole2814 Friday, February 24, 2012 at 04:16PM Report as inappropriate

I want to get a led nail uv lamp and the prices vary from $60 to $300 and they all claim to use the same size lamp! what is a decent lamp?? and why do they claim the same wattage but prices so different? How to tell them? How about this kind of led nail uv lamp? Aosom.com

by heyanna Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 01:09AM Report as inappropriate

wow very informational...i need to try some of these products out..

by ruby_chang Friday, February 10, 2012 at 02:13PM Report as inappropriate

i was impressed with the best bargain nail polish-AVON.. I would have never guess that avon had good quality. I am definitely going to purchase some soon...

by black_heart Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 05:59PM Report as inappropriate

I've used lots of these products as well and I agree. I need to stock up on my OPI polishes but yes, I LOVE ESSIE!!! So glad they are more readily available now.

by maya_brannan Saturday, January 21, 2012 at 08:12PM Report as inappropriate

I have used many of these products and can attest to their effectiveness. Very nice round up!

by Jewelrydesigner Monday, January 9, 2012 at 12:44PM Report as inappropriate

starting today i decided not to bite my nails so i need some advice i put some nail growth polish and some anti bite nail polish lets see how it works and thank you for teh advice article does really help

by Nicole2814 Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at 06:29PM Report as inappropriate

My nails use to chip and break a lot, and i would end up peeling the tip layer off. In college i started eating more natural food and less process food, and used lotions after showering. They don't chip and flake anymore. I also started putting garlic in my polishes, helps with strengthening and decreasing nail fungus.

by Minibear Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at 02:23PM Report as inappropriate

ANYTHING that includes PANTHENOL whether it is hand ream, cuticle cream, Sally hanson Double Duty, well, anything w/ Pathenol and Vitamin E, especially from the Body Shop, will work on any nail type. Even split, peeling, weak nails. If it does not have Panthenol, do not buy.

by deirdre_kennedy Sunday, January 1, 2012 at 01:37AM Report as inappropriate

putting orly bonder on my to-buy list

by venenumletalis Wednesday, December 28, 2011 at 06:56AM Report as inappropriate

Thank you im going out and buying most these products asap. Thanks ladies for all your honest ratings. Tired of being fooled by false advertising labels.

by chastity_ann_garza Sunday, December 25, 2011 at 05:33AM Report as inappropriate

I'm going to have to try that Burts Bees stuff then!

by Only1KimmieD Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 10:20AM Report as inappropriate

I happen to know the Burts Bees cuticle butter is the best, it's a must try!

by TBjunkie Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 09:54PM Report as inappropriate

I so agree on Orly Bonder - it is the best and it is astounding how long even cheap nail polish lasts with this!!!

by Agrimony Wednesday, December 14, 2011 at 11:55AM Report as inappropriate

i have to try some of these products... my nails are very bad-looking :P

by teema Saturday, December 10, 2011 at 05:31AM Report as inappropriate

I need theVaseline Healthy Hand & Nail.

by todo_seria_mejor Friday, December 2, 2011 at 08:48AM Report as inappropriate

The ingrown nail clipper would probably come in handy!

by MissXu Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 12:30PM Report as inappropriate

Buying nail stuff now!

by maic Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 10:43AM Report as inappropriate

I need the hand lotion it sounds awesome!

by andie Thursday, December 1, 2011 at 10:27AM Report as inappropriate

I'm kind of underwhelmed by Orly Bonder. And honestly, I think the best polish remover I've ever used is Onyx, that inexpensive stuff in a huge bottle that you can buy just about anywhere.

by LipglossandSpandex Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 05:38PM Report as inappropriate

I sooo love this :)

by selma Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at 12:45PM Report as inappropriate

I also want to try a glass nail file

by porsha_coleman_mcdaniels Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 11:54PM Report as inappropriate

I can't wait to try a glass nail file.

by kmb1129 Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 01:51PM Report as inappropriate

good stuff

by anna_davis Sunday, November 27, 2011 at 08:42AM Report as inappropriate

I am a bit disappointed at all the OPI awards--where's Zoya, Deborah Lippmann, China Glaze, a-England, Glitter Gal, Ozotics.....OPI is just ok in comparison. And c'mon, you really expect a $1 polish to do well? You get what you pay for. I can definitely vouch for Butter London and Drs Remedy for being great polishes! MUST get Chanel.....

by manicuredslayer Sunday, November 27, 2011 at 04:05AM Report as inappropriate

I need this so bad my nails are horrible

by wendy_owen Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 06:03PM Report as inappropriate

Glass nail files are fantastic, that's true. Just have to make sure you buy a quality one (like crystal ones), the cheap glass ones do wear out fast.

by venenumletalis Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 12:56PM Report as inappropriate

awesome! i'll pick some up

by kiley_marie Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 08:44AM Report as inappropriate

~*i need this stuff bad*~

by hippie95 Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 06:58AM Report as inappropriate

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