Certain chemicals in moisturizers, soaps, shampoos, and other beauty products can irritate the skin, leading to flaking on the fingertips. Common chemicals that can cause fingertips to peel include:
- Scenting agents
- Isothiazolinone
- Cocamidopropyl betaine
- Antibacterial topical medications
- Preservatives such as formaldehyde
You may not be allergic to all of these chemicals. So, if you go to the doctor, your doctor will have to do a test to see which chemical is causing you irritation.

4. Prolonged Sun Exposure
Peeling fingertips can be caused by exposure to the sun. Prolonged sun exposure can cause sunburn. This condition can cause the skin to become hot, red or pink, and peel off after a few days. Sunburned skin can take a few days or even a week to heal. So, if you want to avoid it, you can apply sunscreen thoroughly before going out.
5. Weather
A climate that is too dry and cold can cause the skin of your fingertips to become dry, flaky and cracked. However, extremely hot weather also has a significant effect on the skin. During the summer months, flaking of the fingertips can also occur because of sweating.
6. Thumb Sucking
The habit of thumb sucking can cause dry and flaky skin in children. Even some adults still have this habit. If you find yourself sucking your fingers so much that your skin is peeling, find ways to limit this habit and see your doctor for intervention.
7. Imbalance in Vitamin Intake
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