I'm embarrassed to admit that I've been sporting some pretty dry and scaly hands these days. Winter weather tends to wreak havoc on my skin, whether it's because I forget to leave the house without gloves, the lack of moisture in the air or the steamy hot showers I tend to take when the temperature drops. Luckily there are ways to get your hands back in top notch shape. Check out some of my tips to get your hands baby soft and healthy throughout the winter season!
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Use a moisturizing soap
Most hand soaps tend to dry out your skin. To keep your hands nourished and soft even after cleansing, try a moisturizing soap that includes ingredients like olive oil and aloe vera, like Kiss My Face Lavender Shea Liquid Moisture Handsoap ($7). The delicious lavender scent is soothing and refreshing too!
Throw on some gloves
When the temperature starts to drop you really shouldn’t be leaving the house without a pair of cozy gloves to keep hands warm and protected. But you should also considere using household gloves whenever you’re cleaning or washing the dishes. Having your hands constantly exposed to water and harsh soaps can cause them to dry and chap. It’s also a great way to keep your manicure. Try Glovables Pink Dot Dishwashing Gloves ($14).
Do a hand scrub
Rub a hand scrub, like L’Occitane One Minute Hand Scrub ($22), to gently exfoliate and nourish dry, damaged hands. This formula includes organic sugars and shea oil to keep your hands feeling super smooth and soft.
Apply a hydrating cream
Make sure to apply a hydrating cream that contains deeply enriched moisturizing ingredients, like shea butter and vitamin E to leave hands soft and healthy-looking throughout the day.Try Fresh Brown Sugar Hand Cream ($19)
Slip on some moisturizing gloves
For some ultra-smooth results, try slipping on a pair of gloves that includes a self-activating gel lining, like Bliss Glamour Gloves ($48). These self-pampering mittens are filled with olive oil, grapeseed oil and vitamin E that work to instantly moisturize dehydrated hands.
Roll on some cuticle oil
Dry, cold air tends to take a toll on your nails and cuticles as well. Condition them with a cuticle treatment that includes a nourishing ingredient like argan oil. I love Melvita Argan Roll-On ($13).
