What is the Best Cream for Extremely Dry Hands?

If you work with your hands or wash them frequently, you will be no stranger to dry, chapped hands. Rough, flaky and cracked hands are common among people of all ages. Dry hands can turn red, irritated and uncomfortable. In some cases, hands can become extremely dehydrated, cracked and even start to bleed. So what is the best treatment for extra dry skin?

Understanding Dry Skin

Dry skin, also known as xerosis or xeroderma, is a common condition that affects people of all ages. It occurs when the skin’s natural moisture barrier is disrupted, leading to a lack of hydration and elasticity. This disruption can cause the skin to become rough, flaky, and even cracked. Dry skin can appear anywhere on the body, but it’s most common on the hands, feet, and face. Understanding the causes and symptoms of dry skin is essential to finding effective treatments and prevention methods. By recognising the signs early, you can take steps to restore your skin’s moisture and prevent further damage.

Causes of dry hands

Dry skin can be caused by a combination of factors, including cold or dry weather, sun damage, harsh soaps, and overbathing. To prevent dry skin, it’s essential to practice sun protection year-round, as prolonged sun exposure can deplete your skin’s moisture.

First of all, you need to understand what makes your hands dry. Here are some common causes of dry skin.

• Lack of hydration
• Prolonged UV exposure
• Environmental factors such as harsh wind and low humidity
• Excessive exposure to drying substances such as alcohol and soap
• Medical conditions such as eczema or dermatitis

Our skin has its natural protective barrier to retain moisture and keep irritants out. Chronically dry skin often suffers from the weakened skin’s natural barrier, making your skin prone to hydration loss. The uncomfortable feeling of tightness and itchiness makes you feel like scratching your hands, but it can cause further damage to the skin’s barrier, making hands even drier over time. This vicious cycle can develop over time and become hard to fix.

Moisturising is the best remedy

As simple as it sounds, one of the best treatments for dry hands is using a good hand moisturiser. Unfortunately, finding the right hand cream for extremely dry skin is not easy. Many beauty hand creams just won’t solve the problem. That’s why we’ve picked the most effective hand cream for you.

If you’re dealing with extra dry hands, try our Tough Hands intensive hand cream. Designed to heal, relieve, and repair severely dry, cracked hands, Tough Hands is a clinically tested hand cream that delivers visible effects in 1 day.

Tough Hands Intensive Hand Cream 150g

Active ingredients help combat dry skin

Scientifically formulated Tough Hands hand cream is enriched with a list of active ingredients designed to revive dry skin, including Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), a natural exfoliator proven to gently remove dead skin layers and stimulate cell renewal. It is particularly helpful for improving the appearance of rough hands with hard calluses.

The most important function of a good hand cream is hydration. Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMFs), including UREA, sodium PCA and glycerine work in conjunction to deeply nourish dehydrated skin, attract moisture to your skin and elevate the skin’s moisture level. Natural vitamin E soothes irritated hands and assists in treating skin inflammation.

Extra dry skin with a weakened barrier can find it hard to retain its moisture. Tough Hands hand cream is specially formulated with dimethicone, which establishes a thin, non-greasy film on your skin that seals in the moisture and protects your skin from losing water. It effectively enhances the skin’s weakened barrier functions and helps to shield your skin from harsh environment.

Additionally, Tough Hands hand cream also contains lemon myrtle and tea tree extract with antimicrobial properties, promoting the healing of cracked skin and minor cuts.

Tough Hands hand cream has a thick but greaseless gel-cream consistency, which penetrates deep and absorbs fast. It instantly softens dry hands, restores skin’s moisture balance and strengthens its protective barrier, leaving your hands soft and supple, no matter how rough they were before using it.

Best hand cream for day and night

Our DU’IT skincare range is known for its high quality ingredients and fast results on dry skin. To help your hands stay in tip-top condition, apply Tough Hands hand cream throughout the day. We recommend applying a pea-sized amount onto your hands, then gently massage into dry palms, cracked knuckles and peeling fingertips until the cream absorbs. Because of the long-lasting protection it provides, you only need to reapply 2-3 times a day. Make it a habit of applying hand cream after handwashing and before bed, and your hands will become noticeably softer and younger-looking.

Tough Hands Travel Size 75g

We also offer Tough Hands hand cream 75g travel size, which comes in a portable tube that easily fits into your work or gym bag, delivering 24-hour hydration. It keeps your hands hydrated and protected when you’re on the go.

The price of Tough Hands hand cream is also on the affordable side. You can grab a few and keep them at your bedside, workplace, and anywhere else you need to give your dry hands a moisture boost.

Suitable for all skin types

With extremely dry hands, the last thing you want to do is to irritate them more. Tough Hands hand cream is friendly to all skin types including sensitive skin. Tough Hands hand cream is dermatologist-approved and free from nasties. It doesn’t contain any harmful ingredients such as parabens, sulfates, mineral oils or lanolin, so all people can benefit from it.

Recommended by Diabetes Australia and the National Eczema Association of Australia, Tough Hands hand cream is also safe for people with eczema or people with diabetes to use.

Tough Hands is the best hand cream for anybody who has hard-working hands, including tradies, hospitality workers, healthcare professionals and more. Its fast-acting formulation provides instant relief to work-damaged hands.

Super dry hands aren’t hard to fix, but they do need a little extra care. We recommend you try our Tough Hands intensive hand cream. This high-quality, functional hand cream is the best solution for dry, damaged and irritated hands.  It’s Australia’s number 1 hand cream in grocery and pharmacy.

Choosing the Right Moisturiser

Choosing the right moisturiser for dry skin can be overwhelming, but there are a few key things to look for. Opt for a moisturiser that is rich in natural oils and emollients, such as shea butter, coconut oil, or olive oil. These ingredients help to nourish and hydrate the skin deeply. Avoid moisturisers that contain harsh chemicals, fragrances, or dyes, as these can further dry out the skin and cause irritation. For those with sensitive skin, look for a moisturiser that is labeled as “hypoallergenic” or “fragrance-free” to minimise the risk of adverse reactions.

How to Apply Hand Cream

Applying hand cream correctly can make a big difference in its effectiveness. Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

• Apply hand cream immediately after washing your hands, while the skin is still damp. This helps to lock in moisture.
• Use a generous amount of hand cream and massage it into the skin until it’s fully absorbed. Pay special attention to the areas between your fingers and the backs of your hands, which tend to be the driest.
• Wear gloves or socks over your hands at night to help the hand cream work as you sleep. This creates a barrier that allows the moisturiser to penetrate deeply.
• Reapply hand cream throughout the day, especially after washing your hands or using harsh chemicals. Consistent application will keep your hands hydrated and protected from dry skin.

By following these tips and using the right ingredients, you can help to keep your hands hydrated and protected from dry skin.