Between applying (and reapplying) alcohol-based hand sanitizer and constantly washing our hands, it’s no surprise that dry hands issues have been aggravated this year. But fret not, there’s a solution. Here are the 10 hand creams we keep reaching out to that will keep your skin hydrated through this dry patch.
Cold Cream Concentrated Hand Cream, Avène Eau Thermale
This non-greasy hand cream features Sucralfate which helps repair your skin and Avène Thermal Spring Water, which soothed and softens; providing your skin with an instant feeling of comfort.
$10
Vinoperfect Brightening Hand Cream, Caudalie
This brightening hand cream targets dull, dry, and uneven skin to boost radiance. Powered by Viniferine and white peony, the formula diminishes and prevents the appearance of dark spots.
$26
Eight Hour Cream Intensive Moisturizing Hand Treatment, Elizabeth Arden
This Elizabeth Arden classic is a must-have staple in any beauty routine. With its fast-absorbing formula it regenerates, nourishes and protects your hands for up to eight hours.
$30
Lavender Hand Cream, L’Occitane
Enriched with nourishing shea butter, soothing lavender and softening grapeseed essential oils, this hand cream gently nourishes the hands, while leaving them softly perfumed.
$12
Rêve de Miel Hand and Nail Cream, Nuxe
Reap all the benefits with this hand cream. Not only does it have a rich moisturizing formula featuring honey, sunflower, oils and vitamin E, it also protects the skin from premature aging. Oh, and did we mention it can strengthen your nail beds too!
$12
Argan Rose Hammam Hand Cream, Yves Rocher
Featuring two organically-grown plants from Morocco: Argan and Rose, this hand cream will leave your hands feeling soft, moisturized and lightly scented.
$4
The Hand Cream, Nécessaire
This vegan hand cream contains peptides, which work as a “glove for the hands” to defend against dehydration. It also contains rich ingredients like, marula oil, vitamins C and E, omega-6, and omega-9 which deeply nourish the skin and support the moisture barrier.
$28
Hand Cream, Ouai
This one softens and renews skin while deeply hydrating. It is also scented with Rue St. Honoré, a French-inspired fragrance that exhibits notes of violet, gardenia, and white musk.
$26
Advanced Essential Energy Hand Nourishing Cream, Shiseido
This luxurious hand cream smooths out fine lines for younger-looking skin while also targeting dryness and roughness. This is a cream to keep on hand (pun intended)!
$30
Vitamin B5 Hand Treatment, Malin + Goetz
With honey, shea butter, vitamin B5 and fatty acids this is the secret to a good hand cream – we promise, you’ll love it!
$28
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