Winter and spring weather contributes to dry skin on your hands. Irritated hands feel uncomfortable and painful. Here are five tips to help you overcome dry skin during your busy days.
1. Avoid irritants such as dry air, water, and soap as much as possible, as these are the main contributors to dry, chapped skin on your hands. Dry your hands thoroughly after any exposure to these irritants, including between each finger, before applying hand cream. Then massage the cream into your hands, including cuticles.
2. To smooth and soften irritated, dry skin, look for specific hand care products formulated with the latest scientific ingredients and with natural elements to soothe and smooth the skin.
3. Avoid products that contain synthetic fragrance, silicones and parabens. What's not in your hand care products is just as important as what's in the products – synthetic ingredients can also be irritating to sensitive skin.
4. Washing your hands regularly can help prevent illness, but it does take a toll on your skin. Look for products that absorb quickly, between washes.
5. Don't judge hand care products by price alone. Usually the least expensive creams and lotions have the most water. Look for reviews from current users instead.
