Dry hands: what can you do about it?
The cold, the use of hydroalcoholic gels or soaps that are too harsh can dry out and irritate our hands. As a result, the skin becomes visibly red and feels tight. How can you make it soft again? Here is our advice.
The skin on the hands is one of the thinnest areas of the body - but also one of the most exposed. In the cold (especially if you don't wear gloves in winter), in the humidity, but not only that. For your health, it is recommended that you wash your hands regularly. A simple habit that impacts hydration. Hydroalcoholic gels, while effective in keeping viruses away, also dry out the natural protective film. The same goes for soaps that are too harsh and can dry out your skin, especially if they are combined with water that is too hard.
Are your hands dry? Perhaps you need to adjust your washing and skincare habits? When it comes to hygiene, a few basic rules apply. They consist of 4 steps:
The hydroalcoholic gel makes my hands so dry, that to take care of them, I have a tube of hand cream in my office, in my car and in my bag.
How about a little pampering and comfort for your hands? With this in mind, cold cream will be your go-to. A few days of this routine with this very nourishing product will soothe tightness.
A quick tip: Maintain the results by applying the Cold Cream hand cream at least once a day, especially in the evening for a greater effect. And to get rid of cuticles, you know, that unpleasant skin, massage the area around your nails... always using Cold Cream.
If your hands are very dry or are exposed to various substances in the workplace, they may need attention. For this, an insulating restorative hand cream can be the solution. By wrapping your hands in a water-resistant protective film, it will give them a second skin and help restore the skin’s moisture barrier. Ideal after frequent washing, or repeated use of hydroalcoholic solutions.
Avène Thermal Spring Water skincare products designed for dry hands
