To get a ring to fit over your knuckles when it's a tight squeeze, you can make your finger slippery using common creams or lotions.
Sometimes, the knuckle is the widest part of the finger, making it challenging to slide a ring on, even if the ring fits comfortably once it's past the joint. Reducing friction is key.
Simple Methods for Getting a Ring Past Knuckles
One effective way to ease a ring over a tight knuckle is to make the skin on your finger slippery. Based on practical tips, you have a couple of simple options using creams:
- Use Lotion or Any Cream: Apply a small amount of any hand lotion or body cream to your ring finger, focusing especially around the knuckle area. This creates a slick surface that helps the ring glide over the skin more easily.
- Use Under-Eye Cream: An even better option is to use under-eye cream. While it also makes the finger slippery, under-eye creams are formulated to reduce puffiness, which can be an additional benefit if slight swelling is contributing to the difficulty in getting the ring over the knuckle.
| Method | Primary Benefit | Additional Benefit (for Under-Eye Cream) |
|---|---|---|
| Lotion/Any Cream | Makes finger slippery | N/A |
| Under-Eye Cream | Makes finger slippery | Helps reduce skin puffiness |
Applying these products reduces the friction between the ring and your skin, allowing the ring to slide more smoothly past the wider knuckle area onto the narrower part of your finger.
