Our daily routines have left hands parched and damaged from frequent washing with soap or hand sanitizer amid mask-wearing and the pandemic. Once soft and smooth, they're now dry, cracked, and vulnerable—especially with chilly weather like the Ice Saints exacerbating the issue.
By day's end, hands feel worn, a mild concern compared to the relentless handwashing faced by healthcare workers, who scrub up to 15 times per hour.
As dermatologist Isabelle Rousseau shared on Europe 1, the simplest solution is a generous layer of moisturizer before bed: "It's good to put on a cream like a little mask on the hands, so they rest and rehydrate overnight."
Opt for nutrient-rich avocado or jojoba oil, packed with fatty acids ideal for nourishing the thin, delicate skin on our hands that offers limited natural protection.
