Five Hand Creams for Moisturized Hands this Winter

Looking for a new hand cream? Here are our picks. 

Add winter weather with constant hand washing and you have the perfect recipe for dry hands. There’s plenty of hand creams and lotions on the market, but we gathered our favorites to help your search.

Here are our picks of moisturizing hand creams at different price points. Feel free to add to your holiday wish list or purchase as a gift for yourself.



Aquaphor Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment | $4.59

A household name and versatile product, this can be used for chapped lips, dry hands or even minor burns. It’s actually not a cream, but an ointment that helps restore your skin. It’s recommended for sensitive skin and mature skin.

 

Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve | $16

Formulated with shea butter, avocado oil and sesame seed oil, this product leaves your hands soft and conditioned. It’s a thick, heavy-duty formula, and claims to work great for dry hands caused by manual labor or exposure to harsh elements.

 

L’Occitane Travel Size Shea Butter Hand Cream | $12

Uses organic shea butter and spring honey to nourish and soften hands. It’s non-greasy and works great for sensitive skin. It’s widely considered as a “beauty must-have.”

 

EltaMD So Silky Hand Creme | $21

Not only does this combat dryness, but it also features antioxidants and ceramics that help diminish fine lines and discoloration while also rehydrating the skin. It’s a quick dry formulate and maintains moisture for 12+ hours, even after hand washing.

 

Supergoop Handscreen SPF 40 | $38

Sunscreen is always a good idea for your skin, everywhere and anytime the sun’s out. It’s the first preventative hand cream with SPF 40 that also nourishes the skin.

 

Gold Bond Ultimate Intensive Hand Cream | $3.89

Another household name product, this lotion is dermatologist-tested and features aloe, along with a formula of even intensive moisturizers like Vitamin A and C. It’s non-greasy and for everyday use.


Jen Chavarria is a freelance writer and graphic designer passionate about promoting low impact living and mental health awareness, along with writing about other topics. In her free-time, you can find her at jenchavarria.com or at Instagram at @jen.chavarria.