In the era of continuous hand sanitizer usage and rigorous hand washing, finding the very best hand creams is a must. Protecting our hands is more important than ever these days but the truth is that many hand creams just don't pass the vibe check. What's the vibe check, you might ask? 1) Not greasy. 2) Doesn't leave a residue. 3) Properly hydrates.
If you're like me, you probably have a nightstand hand cream, a bathroom hand cream, and a tote hand cream – and while all of them might have moisture as their key factor, each one of them serves slightly different purposes.
When picking out your go-to hand creams, it's crucial to pinpoint your specific needs (yes, plural.) A good hand cream is like a pair of jeans: Your old school fave brands, like Aveeno and CeraVe, will serve you well but once you find the one that fits, it's hard to branch out. But there are so many options today that have extremely nourishing ingredients, like Nécessaire's hand cream fortified with peptides or Sur.Medic+'s Ceramide 100, which could be a great bedside option to ensure your skin gets several hours of uninterrupted hydration time.
Whether you are looking to complete your lineup or want to try out new options, we've rounded up the best hand creams on the market:
Best Cult-Favorite Hand Cream
The CeraVe hive will know about this one. The brand's healing ointment will keep your hands and cuticles healthy and moist. If you want to get the most out of this product, layer it on top of a hydrating lotion.
Best Affordable Hand Cream
Ceramides are a skin care MVP – they lock in moisture and make it harder for hydration to evaporate off your skin, which comes in clutch with the seasons' change.
Best Collagen-Infused Hand Cream
Nécessaire's hand cream is fortified with peptides, a collagen-promoting ingredient that's all over the desks of beauty editors.
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Best Hand Cream for Eczema-Prone Skin
Skinfix's Eczema+ hand cream is clinically proven to help with cracks, dryness, and irritation. The best part is that it's great for all skin types, even the most sensitive ones.
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Best K-Beauty Hand Cream
If you're familiar with K-beauty, you might have tried Papa Recipe or seen it at your local Korean beauty store and, well, this is the signal you needed to finally go for it. This hand cream not only smells like honey but it's also on the more affordable side.
Best Smelling Hand Cream
I don't know what it is about this entire line of hand creams, but every single one smells beautiful and doesn't leave a greasy residue on my hands. It also leaves the skin soft and nourished for hours.
Best Nourishing Hand Cream
Fresh's hand cream is rich in antioxidants thanks to its seaberry oil. It absorbs quickly and rehydrates dry skin without leaving any residue.
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Best Drugstore Hand Cream
An all-time favorite! If you need a tried-and-true simple hand cream, Aveeno's skin relief intense moisture cream will knock it out of the park each time.
Best Hand Cream for Calloused Hands
Jack Black's Hand Healer is great for callused hands or hands with, especially cracked or chapped skin. What's more, it also contains vitamins A and E, so it's perfect for healing cuticles too!
Best Splurge-Worthy Hand Cream
OUAI's hand lotion comes in chic, minimalist packaging which would make for a great “show-off” addition in your bathroom or room. And while the packaging is great on its own, it's its formula – a nourishing blend of avocado, jojoba, and rosehip oils – that wins.
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Best Body Lotion That Doubles as Hand Cream
Glow Recipe's new body cream is super lightweight and hydrating, leaving the skin on your hands bouncy. It has a mild watermelon fragrance that will make the hydrating experience more enjoyable for some!
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