Your hands are probably one of the most exposed areas of your body. They are continually subject to water, different temperatures and all sorts of things that can damage them. So what can you do to make sure they do not get damaged? This can sometimes be a difficult question to answer however this article aims to give you some tips and advice on keeping your hands in tip top condition.



The first thing to do is to buy a great moisturiser for your hands. There are quite a lot on the market that are specifically for hands and these are good ones to try. You will probably find that had creams are heavier than normal body moisturisers and so will be really good at returning lost moisture to your hands. I would recommend keeping your hand cream with your all the time and applying it to your hands 2-3 times every day.

Another absolute necessity is to use gloves at any time when your hands could be damaged. For example when you are cleaning the house and need to use a lot of water then you should wear gloves. If you get your hands wet and then dry then over and over again you will find that they very quickly dry out. So whenever your hands could be exposed to water, use gloves. Another good time to wear gloves is when you are doing the gardening or any form of physical work. At these occasions your hands can be exposed to rough or abrasive materials that can cause damage. So make sure they are as protected as possible.

To give your hands some extra little treatment you can try soaking them in warm milk for between 30 and 60 seconds. This will help to add extra softness to your hands and make them very luxurious.

If you would like to exfoliate you skin you can do it with a soft brush or textured cloth. You could also try using a body exfoliator on your hands. We would recommend doing this at least once a week to ensure you remove all of your dead skin cells. Always remember to apply your hand cream after you have exfoliated to ensure you lock in the moisture.

If you do find you have dry hands you need to treat them quickly. The best thing to do is to get them slightly damp. Then apply some Vaseline and rub in well. Then you should cover your hands in cotton gloves and sleep with them on. You will probably find you have much softer hands in the morning. Use this treatment as many nights as you need to in order to get your hands back into good condition.

Remember to do regular finger exercises in order to keep your hands supple and young looking. Just five minutes a day should be enough to keep your hands in great conditions.

If you want to pamper yourself you can try getting yourself a wax hand machine. You can then give yourself regular treatments. You will find it is a great way to exfoliate and moisturise the skin of your hands. It will also help to relax the muscles in your hands having an all round benefit and making you feel great inside and out. Do this regularly to make yourself feel great.