6 Hand Lotions to Apply Before a Mani (or Whenever Your Hands Need a Boost!)
April 27, 2021
Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve, $24
If your hands are feeling majorly dry, this cult-fave, non-greasy hand salve contains ingredients — like avocado oil, sesame seed oil, and eucalyptus oil — to soothe, moisturize and condition your skin. It’s labeled “maximum strength” for a reason: it’s going to get the job done for even the most severely dry, roughed-up hands.Lancôme Absolue Premium BX Hand Cream, $52
Though this one’s on the expensive side, it has five-star reviews across the board. The treatment is beloved for its anti-aging ingredients, moisturizing benefits and SPF protection because yes, your hands need to be kept safe from harmful rays, too!
La Roche Posay Cicaplast Hand Cream, $18
Survive every season — from cold, dry winters to hot, sticky summers — with this shea butter-infused formula that locks in moisture for 48 hours without feeling greasy.
Necessaire The Hand Cream, $20
Treat your hands to this ultra-creamy pick while taking care of the environment — it has a vegan formula and recyclable packaging.
Lano Hands Rose Hand Cream, $14.95
It’s one thing for a product to be Insta-worthy, but it’s even better when the results are as good as the packaging. Touted as “the hand cream for hand cream experts” this pick is formulated with soothing Moroccan rose oil and a triple lanolin complex that deeply moisturizes hands as well as nails. Apply by warming the balm between your hands and then massage it into nail beds, cuticles and skin.
Byredo Rose Hand Cream, $71
Chances are you’ve seen this one in an Instagram flat lay. This splurge-worthy option combines one of the brand’s signature scents with strong hydrating and softening qualities.
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