Embracing Winter with Hydrated Hands

As the days grow shorter and temperatures plummet, our skin bears the brunt of the harsh winter weather. Among the most vulnerable areas are our hands, which are frequently exposed to the elements. The cold, dry air of winter can quickly lead to chapped, cracked, and uncomfortably parched hands.

Moreover, while frequent handwashing is an effective measure to prevent the spread of germs, especially during the winter months when viruses tend to increase, it comes with a caveat… The more we wash our hands, the more we expose them to drying agents. The consequence is often drier and more vulnerable skin.

Maintaining hydrated and well-protected hands during this season is therefore not merely a matter of comfort; it's a necessity for overall health and well-being: the outer layer of our skin serves as a protective barrier, shielding us from environmental aggressors. In winter, this barrier is particularly susceptible to damage. Dry air can sap moisture from the skin, leaving it vulnerable to cracks - which are not only painful but also provide an entry point for bacteria - and irritation. Keeping hands well-hydrated with the right hand cream helps fortify the hands’ natural defence system.

We also all know how dry, cracked hands can be incredibly uncomfortable. Not only can their ashy look hinder your confidence, but they can also be painful and itchy. Proper hydration and protection ensure that your hands remain smooth, soft, and free from the discomfort associated with winter skin ailments. Well-moisturized and protected hands not only enhance your overall appearance but also boost your self-confidence, making a positive impression in personal and professional interactions.

So if you’re looking to make a commitment to keep your hands nourished and protected this winter, we recommend investing in one of these quality hand creams designed to combat the drying effects of cold weather. Your hands will thank you for the care, and you'll enjoy the cooler season with comfort and confidence.

BIOEFFECT | EGF Hand Serum

Introducing BIOEFFECT's new EGF Hand Serum – a luxurious solution for dry and cracked hands. This innovative serum features BIOEFFECT's signature barley-derived EGF and four other key ingredients to repair, hydrate, and reduce hyperpigmentation. Its non-greasy, quick-absorbing texture leaves hands soft and nourished. Suitable for all skin types, this vegan, gluten-free serum is hypoallergenic and free from fragrance, alcohol, parabens, oils, and silicone. Experience smoother, healthier hands with this groundbreaking formula.

Available at BIOEFFECT.

PCA Skin | C&E Hand Renewal

Discover the transformative qualities of PCA Skin's C&E Hand Renewal, a unique formula carefully crafted for the delicate skin on your hands. This specialised blend not only promotes enhanced cellular turnover but also provides comprehensive defence against free radical damage while effectively targeting UV-induced dark spots. Enriched with emollients and potent antioxidants such as Vitamin C and E, it deeply nourishes, moisturises, and diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The result? A more even skin tone and noticeably smoother, more youthful-looking hands.

Available at PCA Skin.

athletia | Hand Cream Set

The athletia Hand Cream Set is a mini indulgence for your hands, enriched with natural moisturising ingredients like jojoba oil, sugarcane squalene, and evening primrose oil. These luxurious hand creams are available in four enchanting scents, including the gentle floral allure of "Gentle Rose" and the cosy warmth of "Ginger Latte." Not only do they leave your hands feeling velvety and non-greasy, but they also come in eco-friendly biomass plastic tubes. With 98% natural origin content, they meet high standards of quality. Key ingredients, including the Athletia Energetic Complex and shea butter work together to pamper your hands and leave them feeling revitalised.

Available at Athletia.

Hibernicis | Cara Hand Cream

The name of Hibernicis’ hand cream comes from the Irish word for friend; "Cara" is the ideal companion to see you through the chilly months.

As Catherine Logue, Founder of Hibernicis explains:

"Skin can become dry and uncomfortable in cold weather, particularly your extremities, such as your hands. A handcream should nourish and protect whilst striking the perfect balance between creating an effective barrier and being non-sticky. Hibernicis handcream “Cara” achieves this balance end, could just become your next best friend. Take her everywhere.”

This signature hand cream is carefully crafted with a unique combination of 7 seaweed extracts, abundant in antioxidants and age-defying qualities. It not only aids in healing and safeguarding your skin but also supports moisture balance.

Available at Hibernicis.

Grown Alchemist | Vanilla, Orange Peel Hand Cream

Nourish and hydrate your dry, parched hands and cuticles with this wonderfully scented formula. This lightweight, non-greasy hand lotion is intensely moisturising, thanks to a carefully crafted blend of botanical extracts that provide deep and lasting hydration, leaving your skin velvety soft and supple. This best-selling hand moisturiser features a combination of precious Rose Petal Oil, along with Rosehip, Camellia, Sea Buckthorn, Wheat Germ Oil, and Vitamin E, delivering a calming and refreshing scent with notes of vanillin and orange peel oils.

Available at Grown Alchemist.

Cellcosmet | Hand Cream

Cellcosmet's Hand Cream is a powerhouse of revitalization for tired skin. Infused with their signature CytoPep Cellular extracts, this cream breathes new life into exhausted cells, leaving your skin glowing and refreshed. The inclusion of a Postbiotics Complex safeguards your skin barrier. Fast-absorbing and non-greasy, this cream is a favorite among manicurists, leaving hands intensely moisturized, embellished, and silky smooth. Clinically proven with an instrumental test to show a 20.7% improvement in moisture, as well as significant improvements in the smooth appearance of nails and skin as observed by dermatologists.

Available at Cellcosmet.

Laura Mercier | Ambre Vanille Soufflé Hand Cream

Elevate your skincare with Laura Mercier's Soufflé Hand Cream, a quick-acting solution to nourish your skin. With the rich benefits of Shea Butter, Mango Seed Butter, and Cocoa Seed Butter, your skin experiences instant hydration that lasts for up to 24 hours. The infusion of French Olive Oil, French Plum Seed Oil, and Glycerin joins forces to impart a smoothing effect on your skin. Tapioca Starch plays its part by creating a blurring effect that evens out the skin's texture, effectively banishing dryness and cracks. You can also discover this product in Almond Coconut and Neroli Du Sud variations for added variety and indulgence.

Available at Laura Mercier.

Antipodes | Joyful Hand & Body Cream

Antipodes presents their enchanting hand cream, affectionately named 'Joyful', a true delight for your daily skincare ritual. Key ingredients include Avocado Oil, a nutrient-rich marvel, offers profound skin hydration, courtesy of its potent natural antioxidants. These include Vitamins A, B1, B2, and D, as well as the essential Omegas 3 and 9. Then there's Wild Blackcurrant, which plays a pivotal role in skin purification and the restoration of its inherent luminosity. This glossy berry boasts a natural abundance of antioxidants and is enriched with the essential fatty acid GLA. Its remarkable content of Vitamins C and E makes it a powerful ally in neutralizing the impact of free radicals on your skin.

Available at Antipodes.

CACI | Rejuvenating Hand Mask

Introducing the CACI Rejuvenating Hand Mask, a pampering experience for your hands like no other. These hydrating and nourishing gloves are enriched with a potent blend of ingredients, including the magic of hyaluronic acid to provide deep hydration and a youthful plumpness to your skin. Hydrolyzed collagen steps in to work its wonders by aiding in the repair of damaged skin, while shea butter takes the stage to combat the telltale signs of aging. Its luxurious touch softens the skin and expertly smooths away the appearance of fine lines.

Available at CACI.

Dr. Hauschka | Hydrating Hand Cream

Dr. Hauschka's Hydrating Hand Cream is a treat for your hands, offering pampering and nourishment. Crafted with a thoughtful blend of blackthorn, anthyllis, beeswax, and wheat germ oil, it effectively retains moisture, absorbs rapidly, and leaves behind no greasy residue. Experience a noticeable improvement in the texture of dry, overworked hands, and watch it work its magic on rough elbows as well. This hand cream becomes your reliable companion, perfect for both sensitive and hard-working hands, whether you're at home or on the move.

Available at Dr. Hauschka.

OSKIA | Renaissance Hand Cream

Experience the luxurious OSKIA Renaissance Hand Cream, a powerful solution to nurture and rejuvenate your hands. Packed with high-quality actives and nourishing ingredients, it softens, smooths, and targets dryness and age spots. The cream features Oat Ceramides, Pro-Vitamin B5, Rosehip Seed Oil, Pomegranate, Starflower Seed Extract, and Butterbur to recondition, hydrate, and soothe, reducing redness and irritation. Passionfruit AHAs gently exfoliate for skin renewal, while a unique blend of MSM and Fermented Mineral Complex enhances skin cell performance. Swiss Cress Liposomes brighten and even skin tone, providing a youthful, healthy appearance. Enjoy the delightful scent of Rose and Chamomile. Suitable for daily use on all hands, including mature, dry, and winter-weathered skin.

Available at OSKIA.

STORIES Hand & Body Lotion offers a lavish experience as it effortlessly melts into your skin. Enriched with a harmonious combination of nourishing ingredients like sweet almond oil, aloe vera, Marula Seed Oil, and Argan Seed Oil, it deeply moisturises, softens, and helps restore your skin's protective barrier. This exquisite lotion is elegantly presented in both a new 60ml aluminium tube and a convenient 500ml pump bottle. Infused with the delicate fragrance of STORIES in No.01 or No.02 parfums, it continues to grace your day with a subtle, lasting scent.

Available at STORIES Parfums.

MANTLE | The High Five CBD Hand Cream

Mantle's skincare line goes beyond being vegan and cruelty-free; it's infused with CBD as the star component in every product. Consider their 'The High Five' hand cream. This formulation features Mantle's premium CBD, sourced from meticulously hand-harvested hemp leaves, which are sun-grown and cold-extracted in Switzerland to maintain the utmost quality. This CBD-enriched hand cream doesn't stop at its star ingredient. It also contains skin-strengthening ceramides, moisture-boosting hyaluronic acid, and nourishing shea butter to leave your hands feeling soft and velvety.

Available at Selfridges.

Perricone MD | Cold Plasma Plus+ Hand Therapy

An all-in-one dynamo, this product fortifies, softens, and rejuvenates the appearance of thin, crepey hand skin with its potent moisturising capabilities. Not only does it reduce the visibility of dark spots, veins, and discoloration, but it also offers rapid absorption and a visible improvement in skin firmness, tightening, and brightness. By simultaneously smoothing fine lines and wrinkles and enhancing long-term skin elasticity, it's a go-to solution, especially during the colder months when dryness and dehydration become more prevalent.

Available at Perricone MD.

VOYA | Handy to Have Reparative Hand Lotion

Indulge in the luxurious scent of a hand cream formulated with organic Irish seaweed, Pumpkin Seed, and Jojoba Seed Oil. This carefully crafted blend aims to promote skin elasticity and suppleness. Lavender and Rosemary extracts lend their soothing and calming qualities, while Glycerin and Vitamin E provide deep hydration and rejuvenation for tired hands. This exquisite hand cream nourishes and protects your skin, ensuring it remains in optimal condition. It also locks in moisture without leaving behind any greasy residue, maintaining a comfortable, non-oily texture.

Available at VOYA.

Rhug Wild Beauty | Hand & Nail Cream

Rhug Wild Beauty, the organic British skincare brand, has recently unveiled its Hand & Nail Cream, a truly special offering infused with wild foraged plant actives gathered from the Rhug Estate in North Wales. As a dedicated regenerative skincare specialist, Rhug Wild Beauty presents a deeply nourishing hand and nail treatment featuring a harmonious blend of Rhug Estate wild foraged Yarrow, Lemon Balm, and Heather. This unique combination is cocooned in a base of organic Shea Butter and Jojoba Oil, offering a soothing and protective touch to your skin. Not only does it safeguard the skin barrier, but it also softens and conditions the skin and cuticles, making it a true essential for your skincare routine.

Available at Rhug Wild Beauty.

Fenty Skin | Hydra’Reset Instant Recovery Glycerin Hand Mask

Rihanna's commitment to ensuring every inch of your skin is incredibly soft has inspired the creation of Hydra’Reset. This unique hand mask is designed to provide robust protection and long-lasting hydration to your hands as you sleep. Packed with an impressive 40% glycerin, as well as an array of plant extracts and fruit oils, this mask goes the extra mile to deeply nourish, soothe, and leave your hands exceptionally soft by morning.

Available at Boots.

Dove | Essential Hand Cream

Indulge in the luxurious experience of Dove's Essential Hand Cream, a powerful hydrating solution that provides up to 48 hours of continuous moisture. This dermatologically tested formula is thoughtfully designed to cater to all skin types, ensuring that everyone can enjoy its rich benefits.

At the heart of this hand cream lies the Dove NutriDuo Complex, a carefully curated blend of skin-essential nutrients and opulent essential oils. This harmonious fusion works wonders for your skin, leaving your hands incredibly soft and velvety to the touch.

Available at JustMyLook.

Decorté | AQ Hand Essence

Experience the luxury of AQ Hand Essence, a hand cream that offers immediate moisture and targets wrinkles for visible improvement. Its fast-absorbing, non-greasy finish is enhanced by a hydro-retentive formula that prevents moisture loss, ensuring your hands stay supple and well-hydrated.

The secret lies in its unique components: White Birch Water, packed with natural minerals and amino acids, and White Fungus Extract from a rare fungus. Together, they revitalize your skin and maintain hydration. Applying is simple; just use a pea-sized amount and gently massage it into clean hands in a circular motion. For optimal results, reapply after hand washing, anytime, day or night. Elevate your hand care routine with AQ Hand Essence and enjoy hands that are irresistibly soft and rejuvenated.

Available at Decorté Cosmetics.

SENSAI | Cellular Performance Intensive Hand Treatment

Experience the exquisite touch of Koishimaru Silk. This handcrafted formula is designed to bestow your hands with the utmost delicacy. Enriched with squalane, a distinctive plant-derived liquid oil with potent moisturizing and anti-aging properties, this luxurious cream works to replenish and soften your skin from the moment it's applied. Upon application, the harmonious blend of water-holding and coating oils embraces your hands, cocooning them in a comforting veil of opulence.

Available at SENSAI.