HOW TO CARE FOR DRY HANDS IN WINTER

RELIEVING DRY SKIN ON THE HANDS DURING THE COLD SEASON

The skin on the hands suffers greatly during the winter and dropping temperatures can often leave it chapped and uncomfortable.

WHY DO THE HANDS GET DRY DURING THE WINTER?

Discover the facts behind why the colder months have such a great effect on the skin on our hands.

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DON’T LET DRY SKIN ON HANDS STOP YOU FROM ENJOYING THE WINTERTIME

Fun winter activities like ice skating, throwing snowballs and warming up with a hot drink are what make the cold season special, but they can also be a challenge for dry hands. Take special care of your hands and keep the skin hydrated by using a hand cream for dry hands.

WHAT EFFECT DOES WINTER HAVE ON OUR HANDS?

The cold season is a hard time for our hands and it’s no surprise that they tend to feel drier when the temperatures drop. The combination of freezing cold conditions outside and dry heated air inside removes the natural moisture from the skin and often leaves it rough and stressed. Furthermore, when the temperature drops, our body produces fewer lipids, which are important for our skin to build up a moisture barrier.

But there are other factors to take into account during the winter months. For example, we tend to wash our hands more than usual to get rid of germs from winter bugs. Using hot water and harsh soap products can damage the outer protective coating of the skin, causing it to lose even more moisture. Make sure to always use a hand repair cream after washing your hands to replenish any moisture lost and create a protective moisture barrier over the skin. NIVEA Nourishing Hand Cream creates a protective moisture barrier over the skin and swiftly revitalizes dry skin, leaving your hands feeling exceptionally soft and deeply hydrated. Made with natural almond oil and shea butter for long-lasting 24-hour care.

HOW TO DEAL WITH DRY HANDS IN WINTER

Find out how to prevent and care for dry and chapped hands when temperatures drop.

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INDULGE IN AN OVERNIGHT HAND MASK

Maximize your skin's natural repair process during your sleep by applying a generous coat of a rich hand cream like NIVEA Nourishing Hand Cream, specifically designed to repair dry skin. Putting on cotton gloves afterward will give it ample time to soak in for silky smooth hands when you wake up.

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OIL THEM UP

Oils can provide intensive care and work particularly well on dry or rough hand skin. Simply take a few droplets of olive, jojoba or coconut oil and massage them into your hands, without forgetting your nails and cuticles – your skin will thank you for it.

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DON’T FORGET TO EXFOLIATE

Try making a homemade scrub by mixing avocado with sugar and lemon juice. Gently work it into your hands for a couple of minutes before letting it soak in and rinsing it off. Dead skin cells will be removed to reveal smooth, moisturized hands.

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KEEP THE COLD OUT

The hands are most at risk from drying out when you’re outside during the winter. Keep them protected by wearing gloves at all times – the best materials are natural wool or fleece, which lets the skin breathe while letting the moisture and sweat escape.

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A GENTLE HAND MASSAGE

Did you know that by massaging your own hands you can stimulate circulation and help to warm them up? Simply use your other hand to work on each finger individually before clapping both palms together several times. Using massage oils will help to intensify the massage effect.

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RELIEVE DRY HANDS WITH AN EFFECTIVE HAND CREAM

Regular use of hand cream for dry skin is particularly essential when cold and windy conditions prevail during the winter months. Many women choose to use body lotions for their daily skincare routine, while others prefer multi-purpose products. It’s important to keep in mind that the skin on the hands has individual needs and hand creams have been specially formulated to meet these specific requirements.

Suffering from dry winter skin and have cracked hands? Try NIVEA 3-in-1 Repair & Care Hand Cream. It effectively relieves roughness and tightness caused by dryness, offering long-lasting moisturizing care to soothe your dry hands. Experience the healing power of NIVEA Repair & Care Hand Cream, featuring a concentrated dry skin repair formula with Provitamin B5 and Panthenol – leaving your hands irresistibly soft and smooth thanks to the intense hydration.

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REMEMBER THE BACKS OF THE HANDS

The backs of the hands are particularly delicate, as the skin on them is much thinner than the palms. Enhance skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines with our NIVEA 3-in-1 Anti-Age Q10 Hand Cream featuring Coenzyme Q10 a powerful ingredient that leaves your skin looking firmer and smoother. It also offers 24-hour dry skin protection and moisture for normal to dry hands.