15 of the most delicious hand creams to slather on ASAP (because anti-bac is still wreaking havoc with our skin)
We may no longer be confined, but that doesn't mean we should
stop regularly washing our hands and sanitizing when on the go. In fact, the
absence of restrictions means that we should be even more vigilant to keep
ourselves and our families safe. While we are all well aware of the merits of
repeatedly washing and sanitizing our hands, these measures have led to an
increase in eczema flare-ups over the past year and have left our wrists and
hands crying out for additional attention.
This is precisely why some of our favorite brands, like
Kiehl's, have seen a 600% increase in hand cream purchases. Recently, the
brand's Ultimate Strength Hand Balm became their second most popular product
behind Ultra Facial Cream.
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need to know about your skin condition, from symptoms to treatment.
Called to soothe sore skin and provide much-needed
nutrition, the hand creams have been stepped up on the plate, providing fast,
long-lasting relief.
One silver lining to all of this is that many generous
beauty brands have shown their essential customers and workers how much they
care by providing free hand creams and sanitizers to those who care about them.
Miller Harris, Pai, Kiehl's, Garnier, Palmers, Soap & Glory, Glossier,
Boots, 111 Skin, Clarins, and L'Occitane (to name a few), have donated since
the crisis began.
How to keep your hands healthy:
First of all, you need to make sure that you completely dry
your hands every time you wash them. Dripping hands are likely to dry out as
the water evaporates.
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Next, choose a nourishing hand cream to help keep your skin
plump, plump, and hydrated. Use it every time you wash your hands to rehydrate
them. If your hands are sensitive, it is best to go for a fragrance-free
option. If, on the other hand, your hands are still strong enough, you can
enjoy a strong fragrance.
So whether you're looking for a non-greasy, super-hydrating,
or beautifully scented hand cream, we've curated everything from
dermatologist-approved hand creams to ultra-luxurious hand balms that could
become your favorite scent.
The best hand creams to buy now ...
Elemis Frangipani Monoi Hand and Nail Cream, £ 28, Looks
Fantastic
Upon reaching the 100 ml mark, the magnificent scent of
frangipani will transport you to a distant tropical place. Even if you are on
your couch.
Save when you buy hand creams with these Look Fantastic
discount codes.
The best balm to go
Aesop Resurrection Aromatic Hand Balm, £ 21, Cult Beauty
Filled with oil and natural extracts, Aesop's Heavenly Hand
Balm is as relaxing for the senses as it is for chapped skin. You will end up
applying it to every dry area you have, it is so good.
Save when you buy hand creams with these Cult Beauty
discount codes.
The best hand cream for over-disinfected skin
Nursem Protective Hand Cream, £ 19.99, Feel Unique
Nursem was co-founded by pediatric intensive care nurse
Antonia after experiencing severe dryness and skin cracking from washing her
hands and disinfecting herself so much that we can all relate to after the
events of last year. The instantly absorbing non-greasy formula contains
allantoin and pro vitamin B5 for immediate hydration, as well as medical grade
manuka honey to calm inflammation and glycerin to restore the skin barrier.
Save when buying hand creams with these Feelunique
discount codes.
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