cuticle
noun
cu·ti·cle
ˈkyü-ti-kəl 
1
: an outer covering layer: such as
a
: an external envelope (as of an insect) secreted usually by epidermal cells
b
: the outermost layer of animal integument composed of epidermis
c
: a thin continuous fatty or waxy film on the external surface of many higher plants that consists chiefly of cutin
d
: the outermost membranous layer of a hair consisting of overlapping scales of epithelial cells
2
: dead or horny epidermis (such as that surrounding the base and sides of a fingernail)
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At the same time the creamy formula helps strengthen the hair cuticle and boost shine.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 4 Apr. 2025
Each set includes 30 nails in different sizes, nail glue, a cuticle stick, a dual nail file and buffer, and an OPI prep pad.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
The pro recommends keeping a cuticle oil handy for a quick refresh.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Whether in the form of serums, masks, or leave-ins, these nourishing formulas penetrate parched cuticles to deliver deep conditioning, leaving hair smoother, shinier, and stronger.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 14 Feb. 2025
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 4 Apr. 2025
Each set includes 30 nails in different sizes, nail glue, a cuticle stick, a dual nail file and buffer, and an OPI prep pad.
—Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 28 Mar. 2025
The pro recommends keeping a cuticle oil handy for a quick refresh.
—Catherine Santino, People.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Whether in the form of serums, masks, or leave-ins, these nourishing formulas penetrate parched cuticles to deliver deep conditioning, leaving hair smoother, shinier, and stronger.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 14 Feb. 2025
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“Cuticle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cuticle. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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cuticle
noun
cu·ti·cle
ˈkyüt-i-kəl
1
: an outer layer (as of skin or a leaf) often produced by the cells beneath
2
: a dead or horny layer of skin especially around a fingernail
Medical Definition
cuticle
noun
cu·ti·cle
ˈkyüt-i-kəl
1
: an outer covering layer: as
a
: the outermost layer of integument composed of epidermis
b
: the outermost membranous layer of a hair consisting of cornified epithelial cells
2
: dead or horny epidermis (as that surrounding the base and sides of a fingernail or toenail)
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