Sebamed's gentle Hand and Nail Balm, created by skincare experts, is naturally formulated to maintain nail strength to prevent breakage while providing deep moisturization to prevent dryness and hand cracking. With allantoin and vitamin B5 added to support natural skin health, it absorbs quickly and completely without leaving a greasy residue. The keratin solution also helps to strengthen and supple nails. With a pH of 5.5 for healthy skin, all Sebamed products preserve and enhance the skin's natural acidity functions. With a pH of 5.5 for healthy skin, it supports and shields the skin's natural acidity functions from a variety of environmental factors. Any other pH level, such as that found in soap, may leave your skin pores open, making it rough and irritated.