Hand moisturizers that actually WORK

Living in southern California, I'm always told to put sunscreen on my face for protection, but often forget to keep my hands protected and moisturized. I started paying a lot more attention for a year now and have gotten some favorites that work well, some better than others. I usually use a hand moisturizer and then put sunblock on top if I'm going to be outdoors for awhile. Putting sunblock alone sometimes make the hands a bit dry, so it's great to have a base.

For travel size, the Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Hand Formula is perfectly sized, and very moisturizing. It feels a bit thick when initially put on, but it soaks in quickly with some blending with a clean finish. They used to have the SPF 30 version, but unfortunately haven't been able to find it in the states.

I've been disappointed by Bath and Body Works lotion in the past, mainly because they were mostly very thin and watery and didn't seem to really moisturize. However, the Fresh Picked Hard Working Hand & Body Cream has been pleasant compared to others. Even though it has a very strong fruit smell (some might prefer unscented, but may be good for fruity scent lovers), it doesn't merely function as a scent-oriented lotion, but rather a solid moisturizer cream for the hand and the body. 

But my favorite one has to be the Kiehl's Ultimate Strength Hand Salve. It feels the lightest when applied, but nonetheless, moisturizes and softens better than any hand cream I've came across. It soaks in very quickly without any stickiness, and only after a week of usage, my hands felt noticeably softer. Some people might not like the smell, but I actually don't mind it too much. It almost smells unscented, in a way that they left the natural ingredients' smell come through rather than covering it up, but it will be best to sample it first at the store.


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