Chilly weather, indoor heating, and constant handwashing can strip moisture from your skin, leaving hands dry, rough and uncomfortable. As temperatures drop and the air gets dryer, your skin barrier needs extra care to stay hydrated and protected all winter long.
The good news? With a simple daily hand care routine and the right hydrating ingredients, you can lock in moisture, protect against harsh winter elements and enjoy fresh, uplifting scents that brighten even the gloomiest of days.
Here’s your step-by-step guide to keeping hands soft, nourished and winter-ready.
Step 1: Wash Hands With a Gentle, Hydrating Cleanser
Cleansing is essential for good hygiene and fighting off unwanted colds, but harsh soaps can strip away natural oils, making dry skin even worse in the winter. Focusing on a non-drying, moisturizing cleanser will remove direct and bacteria while helping to retain moisture.
A few tips to find the right hydrating cleanser:
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Look for ingredients like aloe, glycerin and essential oils which will help nourish the hands during cleansing.
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Use lukewarm water instead of hot water, which can weaken the skin barrier and cause further dryness.
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Pat your hands dry with a soft towel - rubbing can cause irritation and exacerbate moisture loss.
Step 2: Moisturize Immediately After Washing
Your hands lose moisture quickly after washing, so it’s important to apply a hand cream while the skin is still damp. This locks in hydration and will keep hands feeling smooth and supple.
To maximize hydration:
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Use upward strokes to massage lotion into the skin, focusing on knuckles and joints.
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Give some extra attention to your cuticles and nailbeds which dry out extra quickly in cold weather.
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Opt for deeply nourishing ingredients like shea butter, ceramides and vitamin E for longer-lasting hydration.
A richer formulation and thicker texture will go a long way in preventing dry, cracked hands during the colder months while providing better protection against external environmental aggressors in order to lock in hydration.
Step 3: Keep Hands Clean & Hydrated with Hand Sanitizer
While hand hygiene is important to consider all year round, it is more important than ever during cold and flu season, as frequent washing leads to extra dryness. A hydrating hand sanitizer is the perfect solution to keep your hands clean and moisturized while on the go, making it the ideal winter essential.
Hand sanitizing tips for winter:
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Sanitize after touching shared surfaces such as door handles, shopping carts and your phone (one of the worst offenders!).
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Look for lightweight mist formulas like Power Mist Beach Coco that provide a refreshing cleanse that doesn’t dry out your hands.
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Keep a hand sanitizer in your bag, car and desk for quick and easy application.
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Bonus tip - opt for sanitizers with an elevated scent, such as Rainwater, or Blue Sandalwood for a welcome mood boost during the gloomy winter months.
For an extra dose of hydration, Touchland’s Glow Mist Rosewater is enriched with skin-loving ingredients like Detoskin™ and Vitasource™ to help keep hands feeling soft, nourished and refreshed.
And for an extra dose of fun, accessories make sanitizer the perfect on-the-go beauty essential.
Bonus Hand Care Tips for Winter
Harsh winter air pulls moisture from your skin, so taking a few extra precautions will help keep your hands protected and hydrated all season long.
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Wear gloves outdoors: Wind, snow, and freezing temperatures can be tough on your skin. To protect your hands, opt for insulated gloves which create a barrier against the harsh winter elements. Avoid rough fabrics like wool directly on the skin. Instead, opt for gloves with a soft lining to prevent irritation.
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Avoid direct heat exposure: Sitting too close to radiators or space heaters zaps moisture from your skin. Instead, use a humidifier to add moisture back into the air while at home.
Stay Hydrated, Protected, and Refreshed with Touchland
Winter can be tough on your skin, but the right hydrating cold weather hand care essentials will help keep your hands feeling soft and hydrated.
Touchland makes hand care effortless and effective with fast-absorbing formulas that cleanse, hydrate and refresh in one easy step. Whether you’re looking for a quick refresh or a much-needed moisture boost, our scented hand sanitizers keep your skin at its best all season long.
Explore the Power Mist hand sanitizer collection today and find your perfect winter scent!