6 ultra-hydrating hand creams we can’t stop slathering on

When you’re looking for a hand cream, you need to make sure you find something that’ll not only smooth and hydrate your hands, it will also reduce the appearance of ageing. That’s why Clarins Super Restorative Hand Cream is such a goodie – it contains an active ingredient called Montpellier rockrose that targets age spots, and Harungana to plump and restore volume. It also contains baobab oil, which nourishes and strengthens nails. Yep, it’s a serious all-rounder.

Sisley Paris Sisleÿa Global Anti-Age Hand Care nourishes and soothes hands while protecting them from environmental damage and UV rays (it contains SPF 10). It’s formulated with nasturtium petal extract to reduce the appearance of dark spots, while appleseed extract firms skin and fights the signs of ageing. It’ll leave your hands feeling smooth, soft and younger-looking after only four weeks.

If your hands and cuticles tend to get really dry and rough, Payot Paris Créme Mains Douceur needs to be your handbag staple. It offers a hit of intense hydration while softening the cuticles and strengthening the nails. Instantly absorbed, your hands will feel velvety smooth and comfortable. Plus, it’s formulated with multi-flower honey and shea butter, so it also smells *divine*.

Enriched with organic verbena extract from Provence, L'Occitane’s Verbena Cooling Hand Cream Gel is hands-down the most refreshing hand cream we’ve ever come across. It’s packed with ingredients such as mint and thyme essential oils, combined with citrusy elements like orange and lemon tree that leave behind a fresh, revitalising scent. It goes on cool, dries non-sticky and ensures hands feel silky smooth for hours. It’s also a slam dunk for anyone who wants an easy-to-carry tube.

We heart cruelty-free brands with the leaping bunny, and this gem is one of them. Peta-certified Body Home Spa Treat Them Right Coconut Hand Cream will make your hands feel ultra-hydrated and nourished and it gives off the most beautiful summery coconut scent. The fun and colourful packaging is also a total win for your bathroom cabinet.

Innisfree’s Jeju Life Perfumed Hand Cream in November has a rich woody scent and even though the texture appears rich and creamy, it won’t leave your hands feeling sticky or slippery. In fact, your hands will feel immediately moisturised and happy post-application, and the scent is long-lasting and super relaxing. It’s also a slam dunk for anyone who wants an easy-to-carry tube.

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What’s your go-to hand cream? Have you tried any of these ones before? Let us know in the comment section below.

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