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The cold temperature and regular use of your hands will leave your soft hand skin dry in the middle of winter. Solve this problem yourself by learning how to treat and prevent dry skin so that the skin on your hands becomes softer.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Treating Dry Skin

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   Use a moisturizer to keep your hands moist. Lotion is the easiest and most important way to keep your hands soft. Lotion is available at every supermarket and comes with a variety of stylish scents that you can choose from according to your individual needs.
   • Moisturize your hands after washing them. Put the bottle of hand lotion in a familiar location in your home so you won't forget to use it.
   • Look for lotions that contain shea butter, B vitamins, and retinol. These ingredients will help the skin of your hands stay soft for quite a long time after use.
   • Mineral oils and lanolin help keep skin hydrated. Lotion containing lactic acid and urea also helps to soothe your skin. Glycerin and dimethicone help provide moisture, while hyaluronic acid helps retain moisture in the skin.

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   Use vegetable oils. If you don't want to buy lotion, you can rub vegetable oil on your hands in the same way you would use lotion. You only need to use a small amount; And therefore, this measure is also a cost-effective alternative. All of the following oils are used in cooking, but they will also help nourish and strengthen the skin of your hands, nails, and hair when used regularly:
   • Avocado oil
   • Almond oil
   • Aloe vera oil
   • Coconut oil
   • Cocoa seed oil
   • Sunflower seed oil
   • Olive oil

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   Make a homemade sugar exfoliant. Exfoliants are usually made of a moisturizer and contain extra micro particles, which help to remove dead skin. You can find this product at most cosmetic and drug stores, but you can also make your own at-home exfoliants to save money:
   • Mix a few tablespoons of white sugar with olive oil or coconut oil to make a paste, then apply the mixture to your hands for 2 minutes. Wash your hands with lukewarm water, and you should feel your hands much softer than before.
   • If you like, add a few drops of peppermint or lavender essential oil to the mixture to add a fragrance to your lotion. If you don't want to use sugar, you can use crushed beeswax or salt.

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   In winter, use hand lotion every few weeks. When the temperature drops, your skin suffers. If you live in a cold weather, use products to deeply nourish your skin and a pair of old socks to keep your hands soft. Here's an easy and effective method:
   • Heat a pair of clean socks in the microwave for about 15 seconds. Put your favorite lotion on your hands, but don't rub it.
   • Wrap the socks around your hands, and let them sit for 10-20 minutes. Then, take off your socks and continue rubbing the remaining lotion on your hands.
   • You can leave the socks on your hands overnight if the skin on your hands is quite dry. While it may sound weird, socks are usually better and easier to clean than gloves.

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   Use a deep-nourishing ointment when needed. If the skin on your hands is flaky and cracked, it's time to “get on with” them harder. Use a hand lotion, such as products from Thebodyshop, or a similar product. This is a gel-type cream that has a deep nourishing effect on dry skin. Apply the product to your knuckles, palms, and other dry areas for a few days until your skin becomes softer.

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   Use a moisture supplement. A recent study found that flaxseed and borage seeds increased moisture and reduced dryness. These fatty acids are often present in a well balanced diet, but if your skin is excessively dry, supplementing with flaxseed, borage oil and primrose oil can be effective at Take control of your dry skin.

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   Avoid using mineral fat (petroleum jelly) and lemon juice. Vaseline or lemon juice is a popular home remedy to soften dry, rough skin, however, you should avoid using both as an alternative to other more nourishing remedies. Both of these ingredients are not recommended by the medical community.
   • In fact, Vaseline acts as a moisture barrier, not as a moisture barrier. Although Vaseline is quite effective at preventing dryness and helping to "retain moisture in the skin", it is not a moisturizer, and will not be able to help you treat dry skin on your hands.
   • There is quite a bit of controversy surrounding the topic of whether lemon juice can be used as an exfoliator to help soften the skin, or whether the citric acid in lemon juice acts as a skin irritant. If you plan to go out in the sun, never apply lemon juice on your skin as it will make your skin more prone to burning.
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Part 2 of 3: Preventing Dry Skin

1. 

   Use mild, natural hand soaps. Washing your hands regularly will help you stay hygienic, but it can also cause the skin of your hands to become dry. Look for soaps for sensitive skin that contain moisturizing ingredients such as jojoba or olive oil as they help nourish and heal your dry skin.
   • Avoid using dry hand sanitizers that contain alcohol or glycerine as these will dry out your skin.
   • Replace regular shower gel or soap with one that contains moisturizing ingredients so that you won't damage your hands with frequent showers.

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   Avoid using very hot water. Water that is too hot can burn your skin and dry out the skin of your hands. It won't really "burn the skin", but if the skin becomes red when soaked in water this means the water is too hot.

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   Use rubber gloves when washing dishes. Dishwashing liquid is one of the many types of soap that has a strong detergent and is easily irritating to hands. When you wash dishes, especially in winter, it's best to wear rubber gloves to keep your hands from getting wet. This method is especially useful if you often have to soak your hands in water.

4. 

   Wear gloves when going out. If you often have to go outside, do whatever it takes to help you maintain your hand softness even when you're dealing with inclement weather. In the fall and winter months, wear gloves to protect your hands from the wind.

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   Apply sunscreen. Your hands are just as susceptible to sun damage as other parts of the body. And the truth is that most people don't want to wear gloves in the summer, so you can substitute with sunscreen.
   • Look for sunscreen with as high an SPF as possible. If you normally have to be active in the sun, you should not look for products with an SPF of less than 20.

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   Stay hydrated. If you don't drink enough water, your skin will be dry. Diet is quite important for skin health, so you need to drink at least 8 glasses of water, or 2 liters of water per day.
   • Alcohol can dehydrate the body, resulting in dry skin. If your skin is quite dry, avoid drinking too much alcohol.
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Part 3 of 3: Medicine That Helps You Quickly Coping With Dry Skin

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   Mix a little shampoo, conditioner, and lotion in a bowl or in the palm of your hand.

2. 

   Add a little hand sanitizer to the mixture and stir well with your finger or spoon.

3. 

   Put the mixture in your hands and rub until it is evenly covered.

4. 

   Using a towel, wipe as much of the mixture off the skin as possible. Remember to wash the towels after completing the skincare routine.

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   Leave the mixture on your hands for 30 minutes.

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   After 30 minutes, your hand should feel weird and a bit sticky. Please go to the hand sink.

7. 

   Put some lotion and hand sanitizer in your hands and rub.

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   Wash your hands and use a towel to dry them.

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   Now you can enjoy the soft feel of your hands! advertisement

Advice

• Remember to do these softening steps every day, otherwise your hands will continue to feel dry.
• Applying castor oil on your hands will help keep your hands soft and smooth.
• Do not wash your hands with hot water.
• Rub your hands against the inside of the avocado to provide moisture and soften your hands.

Warning

• Pay close attention to any allergies you have or your skin condition (such as sensitive skin) and test your skin's response by applying lotion to one area of ​​your skin. Small before proceeding to use for your entire hand. Stop using products that irritate your skin.

What you need

• Moisturizing Soap / Hydrating
• Warm water
• Lotion
• Sugar and olive oil or other exfoliants
• Ointment for skin care (optional)
• The product helps deeply nourish the skin
• A pair of socks
• Gloves
• Sunscreen