It’s bad enough that it’s frigid outside and the weather is gloomy. On top of that, dealing with skin splitting on fingertips – skin fissures – makes everything that much worse and the winter seem that much longer. Splitting (fissuring) of the fingertips is a very common problem affecting many of us, most often in the extremely dry winter months.
Splitting fingertips, or fissures, can cause a lot of discomfort and pain. Cracked skin near the nails can make daily activities hard to do. People who use their hands a lot, whether for work or fun, often suffer from this issue.
Those with skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis are more likely to experience skin splitting on fingertips. This dryness can lead to painful fissures that, if left untreated, may increase the risk of skin infections..
