Hand Care

How should you care for your hands every day?

Just like the face, the skin on the hands is particularly sensitive to external aggressors such as cold weather or pollution, and can also be prone to premature ageing. Taking care of your hands every day is essential to preserve their softness and health. A good routine begins with suitable hygiene. First of all, choosing the right soap is crucial: Solid soap, often more economical and eco-friendly, is ideal for normal skin, while liquid soap, enriched with moisturising agents, is better suited to sensitive, damaged or frequently washed hands. Choose soaps made with natural ingredients. At L’Occitane en Provence, our soaps are formulated without palm oil and are made from vegetable oils according to the traditional hot-process cauldron method of Provence’s master soap makers. In addition, our eco-refills for liquid soaps help limit plastic consumption.

Washing should be done with lukewarm water so as not to irritate the skin. Take care to dry your hands thoroughly, as moisture can weaken the skin and encourage irritation. For even softer hands, incorporate a scrub once or twice a week. A gentle exfoliant removes dead skin cells, stimulates cell renewal and prepares the skin to receive moisturising care.

After each wash, apply a moisturiser suited to your skin type. For dry and very dry hands as well as sensitive skin, creams rich in Shea butter are perfect for deeply nourishing and strengthening the skin barrier. Regular hydration helps prevent chapping and feelings of tightness, particularly in winter. And because care can also rhyme with pleasure, we have developed many scented moisturising hand creams. Discover our Amande, Verveine, Néroli & Orchidée, Fleurs de Cerisier and Rose fragrances.

With these simple gestures, your hands will stay beautiful, soft and protected every day! 
 

Moisturising hand care: which should you choose?

1. Hand cream
Hand cream is an essential part of your beauty routine. Our hand creams, enriched with fair-trade Shea butter, offer intense hydration while protecting your skin from external aggressors. Whether you choose the light texture of our Shea (Karité) Hand Cream (20%), its concentrated version for sensitive skin (25%), or the delicate fragrance of our floral collections, every application is a moment of softness. Apply your repairing cream generously after each wash or before going out for nourished and protected hands throughout the day.

2. Hand Scrub
At L'Occitane en Provence, we believe in the power of natural ingredients to reveal your skin’s beauty. Our Gommage Mains Karité gently exfoliates thanks to walnut shell extracts. Enriched with Shea butter (10%), it smooths the skin and prepares your hands to receive the benefits of hydration. Use it once or twice a week to remove dead skin cells and reveal incredibly soft hands.

3. Nail and cuticle care
For immaculate hands, take care of your nails and cuticles. Our Shea Nail & Cuticle Oil softens and protects this delicate area thanks to a brush applicator that allows for quick and easy application. Massage each nail to stimulate growth and strengthen resilience. Complete with regular filing for perfectly groomed hands.

To maintain the vitality of your hands every day, prevent dryness and soften the signs of ageing on the hands, combine these care products with a good routine and the right gestures. To help you remember your hand cream and adopt this beauty routine, we recommend applying your hand care every time you cleanse your skin. Begin by applying two dabs of moisturising cream to your hand, then massage your palm in circular motions to help the cream absorb, without forgetting the wrists and elbows. Finally, pay special attention to each finger, as well as your cuticles, which need plenty of hydration.

You can also discover all our advice for combating dry hands and keeping your hands beautiful everyday.

Delight someone with a hand cream set, delicate care for soft, protected hands every day.