Let’s admit it: There’s nothing that feels worse in the winters than dry hands. Add to that the number of times we need to sanitise our hands due to the pandemic and you’ve got yourself a recipe for disaster. In order to prevent your hands from turning dry and dehydrated, you need to shower them with extra TLC this winter. Ahead, four ways to keep your hands looking baby soft this winter.
- 01. Use a good hand cream
- 02. Wear rubber gloves when doing household chores
- 03. Massage with some oil
- 04. Switch to a cream-based hand wash
01. Use a good hand cream
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Hand creams are a god-sent for anyone with dry and parched hands. Look for a thick, creamy formula packed with moisturising and nourishing ingredients and massage it on your hands, nails and cuticles — twice a day! The Dove Coconut Hand Cream contains the goodness of coconut and almond milk to provide intense moisturisation to give you softer, beautiful hands.
02. Wear rubber gloves when doing household chores
Your detergents and other cleaning supplies contain harsh chemical agents that strip the of its natural moisture. Continued exposure can also cause skin rashes and at worse, chemical burns *yikes*. Hence, it’s best to wear a pair of thick rubber gloves to keep your hands protected, prevent stripping of moisture and also to prevent chipping of nails.
03. Massage with some oil
Another great way to protect your hands while you sleep is to massage it thoroughly with oil and put on gloves before going to bed. The oil will form a protective layer on your skin, improve its barrier function and ensure that you wake up to soft and supple hands.
04. Switch to a cream-based hand wash
If you have been using a gel-based hand wash to cleanse your hands, we recommend you switch to a thicker, cream-based one like the Lux Bergamot & Mint Delight Hand Wash. Not only does it smell divine, but it will also moisturise your hands while getting rid of all the dirt and grime.
Written by Urvi Dalal on Oct 30, 2020
Writer, avid reader and hardcore beauty enthusiast is the best way to describe Urvi Dalal. With over 5 years of writing experience in the beauty industry, you can trust her to have the latest skin, hair and makeup tidbits on her fingertips. In her time working as a beauty writer, she has had the opportunity to interact and work closely with a string of dermatologists, makeup artists and hairstylists. All that knowledge exchange, coupled with her flair and love for writing make it possible for her to bring you some authentic yet fun beauty content. When Urvi isn’t working, you’d usually catch her curled up with a big, fat book, drinking a cup of tea or practising her makeup skills; there is no in-between!