You slather your face, neck and décolletage in youth-boosting skin care products on a daily basis, but what about your hands? I’m assuming it’s been a rather long time since they received a decent dose of love.
But how often should one apply hand cream? The answer is this: squeeze a hydrating lotion onto your hands after washing them (yes, that means after every single time you visit the loo!), and whenever they feel dry or dehydrated, too.
Yes, this may sound like a lot of product application each day, but considering the hands age as fast as the face does – and they’re exposed to just as much UV damage – it’s definitely worth it. You’ll be combating premature signs of ageing if you do, as well as enhancing skin elasticity and moisture levels, and protecting against chapping and cracking.
That said, it’s wise to pop one of these nourishing goodies on your desk or in your handbag to serve as a reminder and ensure the delicate skin on your hands stays youthful for longer…
3 OF THE BEST HYDRATING HAND CREAMS
#1. Ultraceuticals Ultra Rich Hand Cream
This non-greasy formula contains a powerful blend of moisturising agents to boost your skin’s own natural moisture levels, as well as shea butter and glycerin to keep your skin feeling soft and supple for hours.
#2. Aum Nourishing Hand Cream
Containing an almost-edible cocktail of delicious ingredients (read: papaya, pineapple, acai and the antioxidant-rich pomegranate), this hydrating hand cream not only nourishes the skin, but brightens it, too.
#3. Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Fragrance-Free Hand Cream
This is the ultimate cream for parched, chapped hands. It provides immediate relief from dryness and dehydration, and works wonders in harsh climates.
How often you do apply a hand cream? Will you treat your hand to some nourishment on a daily basis from now on? Do you have a favourite hand cream?
Rich in antioxidants? I’m in.
I apply it once a day in summer and perhaps three times in winter.
I always apply my hand cream as I have very dry hands.