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Why do we get dry hands?

Dry hands are a common occurrence, linked to many everyday factors. Exposed to cold, wind and changes in temperature, especially in winter, hands are also subjected to repeated washing and contact with drying products. Their skin, finer and naturally less protected, then loses hydration more easily. The first signs can appear quickly: feelings of tightness, peeling skin, itching, discomfort in the palms or fingers. It is important to pay attention, because everyone has a different skin type: some hands become dry occasionally, while others are more prone to persistent dryness. Learning to recognise these signs helps you understand your skin better and adapt your gestures and care before hands become damaged, chapped or prone to small cuts and cracks.

Dry hands: what should you do?

Adopting the right reflexes every day helps preserve skin comfort over time. In cold weather, it is recommended to protect your hands by wearing gloves to limit exposure to external aggressors. When washing, choosing gentle hand hygiene and avoiding water that is too hot helps preserve the skin’s natural protective film. Without giving up good hygiene, it is also preferable to avoid excessive washing whenever possible, so as not to weaken the skin further. After every contact with water, drying your hands thoroughly also helps limit dryness. These simple gestures, combined with the regular application of nourishing care, especially a moisturising and nourishing hand cream, become a true everyday remedy. For a more complete approach to dryness, it is also essential to care for the skin as a whole: discover our body care for dry skin and our face care for dry skin.

Which care should you choose for dry to very dry hands?

To care for dry hands over time, it is essential to choose products specifically formulated to nourish, protect and repair the skin, according to your skin type. At L'Occitane en Provence, hand care is built on recognised cosmetic expertise and naturally derived ingredients, such as Shea butter, renowned for its nourishing and protective properties. Rich hand creams and balms are particularly suited to dry to very dry hands, especially in cold weather or when the skin is weakened. Applied regularly to the palms, the backs of the hands and the most sensitive areas, they help restore the skin’s comfort and suppleness. Integrated into a simple and sensory care ritual, these gestures help prevent chapping, cuts and cracks, while bringing an immediate feeling of softness.

To meet every need, discover the full range of L'Occitane en Provence hand care among all our hand care.