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Dr. Sam's Flawless Hand Therapy
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Dr. Sam's Flawless Hand Therapy
Credit: Dr. Sam'sPlenty of brands hide behind dubious 'doctor' branding, but there's actually a real-life – and industry-leading – expert behind this one. Dr. Sam Bunting is one of London's most-trusted dermatologists, and her no-nonsense product line is one to try. This reparative hand cream was designed to sink in faster than most, meaning you're more inclined to actually use it.
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Horace Moisturising Hand Balm
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Horace Moisturising Hand Balm
Credit: HoraceMore of a balm than a cream, this Parisian favourite sinks into skin in mere seconds, delivering a nourishing dose of vitamins alongside moisture-magnet glycerin. Made with natural essential oils, it smells pretty great too. Try the brand's equally impressive moisturiser while you're there.
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La Roche-Posay Lipikar Restorative Hands Cream
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La Roche-Posay Lipikar Restorative Hands Cream
Credit: AmazonA French pharmacy staple, this one is formulated for chronically dry hands – but that doesn’t mean it’ll leave greasy fingerprints all over that computer keyboard you’ve just marinated in anti-bac. Incredibly gentle, it’s the best choice for eczema sufferers.
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Aesop Reverence Aromatique Hand Balm
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Aesop Reverence Aromatique Hand Balm
Credit: SephoraAesop is always a strong gifting move, but you'll want to bag one of these deeply soothing hand creams for yourself, too. It's rich in calming, protective sweet almond oil, and has a balm-like texture that never feels greasy – no matter how often you slather it on. And of course this being Aesop, it smells incredible.
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Grown Alchemist Anti-Bacterial Hand Cream
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Grown Alchemist Anti-Bacterial Hand Cream
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Credit: LookfantasticThe anti-bacterial claims on this one are likely not backed up by the NHS, but you're using it to moisturise, not sanitise. More importantly, its hand-softening powers are excellent, and the cedarwood scent is rather nice, too.
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Bioderma Atoderm Hands & Nails Repairing Cream Trio
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Bioderma Atoderm Hands & Nails Repairing Cream Trio
Credit: AmazonFor three travel-sized tubes – one for your bedside, car and desk –this is an absolute steal. Not to mention the fact that it’s easily one of the best hand creams we’ve tried: instantly rich and soothing (thanks to the shea and glycerin) with no lingering smell or claggy residue.
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Credit: HumaneryMargate's favourite grooming brand has had a major rebrand of late, and it now boasts even heftier eco credentials than before. Haeckels' balmy hand salve comes packaged in completely biodegradable packaging, and is loaded with aloe vera to soothe those cracked, sore cuticles. In a world loaded with greenwashing and false promises, this planet-friendly option is a trustworthy choice.
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Malin + Goetz Vitamin B5 Hand Treatment
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Malin + Goetz Vitamin B5 Hand Treatment
Credit: Malin and GoetzThis is the posh one that does more than look good. Unlike many heavily scented yet ultimately useless luxury buys, Malin + Goetz's hand cream is thoughtfully formulated with vitamin B5 – the ultimate skin-saver – alongside good old shea butter for intensive hydration that lasts for hours. A rapid absorber, it’s perfect for anyone who can’t bear lingering residue.
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Pelegrims Polyphenol Hand Cream
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Pelegrims Polyphenol Hand Cream
Credit: HumaneryCreated with sustainability at its heart, Pelegrims uses byproduct from the winemaking industry to formulate its face and body products.
And while overindulgence in partner Westwell's admittedly excellent wines may not have you looking your best, Pelegrims' natural products will: they're packed with antioxidants sourced from grape skins, and thoughtfully formulated to do good things for your skin. Stick this elegant green bottle by your sink, and stuff the smaller pomade in your pocket.
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It's the hefty dose of shea butter that makes this one such a rich skin-repairer. With an invigorating mint and floral scent, it's a pleasure to use too.
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Lanolips Lano Everywhere Multi-Cream
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Lanolips Lano Everywhere Multi-Cream
Credit: BootsYou might (and should) recoil at the thought of a two-in-one shampoo and conditioner, but this use-it-everywhere balm is an exception to the multi-use rule. It's a bit of a rogue choice, as there's an actual hand cream in the collection, but we reckon this extra-thick oil-based salve does a better job at saving critically knackered cuticles.
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CeraVe Reparative Hand Cream
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CeraVe Reparative Hand Cream
Credit: bootsFile this one under: boring but brilliant. It's unscented and lacking any kind of luxury appeal, but works astonishingly well at repairing extreme dryness. There's a reason dermatologists love it.
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Claus Porto Banho Citron Verbana Hand Cream
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Claus Porto Banho Citron Verbana Hand Cream
Credit: LibertyA considered gift, Claus Porto's posh hand cream smells bracing and citrussy, and works well on skin that has reached crisis point.
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