Published 08:30 IST, October 30th 2019
Skin care: Make your hands softer with these easy home remedies
Skin becomes increasingly dry over time due to various reasons. To make your hands softer, here are some home remedies on how to make your hands recover.
Your hands could have become increasingly dry over time due to various reasons. Your occupation or even the weather could be the reason behind your hands losing their softness. The most common reason for dry, cracked skin is a compromised outer layer. Exposure to the sun, cold air, wind, dirt, chemicals, and more, can gradually damage this layer, and your skin can no longer hold onto moisture. Damaged skin is also more vulnerable to environmental pollutants and UV radiation, which can accelerate dryness and ageing. So, if you are wondering what could have made your hands dry and how you can recover the softness, here are some tips on how to make your hands soft.
Vaseline
- Apply a thin layer of Vaseline to both hands before bedtime.
- Wear a pair of light cotton gloves and go to bed.
Why This Works?
Vaseline or petroleum jelly has dominant moisturising properties. So, if you regularly apply Vaseline, you can make your hands softer. You can do this once every night.
Coconut oil
- Take one to two teaspoons of coconut oil and apply it to both your hands.
- Put a pair of gloves on to help the oil penetrate your skin.
- Leave it on overnight or for a couple of hours.
Why This Works?
The soothing properties of coconut oil can help recover skin hydration and increase skin surface lipid levels. Thus, applying coconut oil regularly can help make your hands softer. You can do this 1-2 times daily.
Egg yolk
- Whisk the egg yolk well.
- Apply the yolk to your hands and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
- Rinse it off with mild soap and water to get rid of the foul egg odor.
Why This Works?
Egg yolk is rich in a compound called lecithin. It is an emollient with amazing skin conditioning properties. You may do this 3-4 times a week.
Aloe Vera
- Extract a tablespoon of gel from an aloe leaf.
- Blend the gel and apply it to your hands.
- Leave it on for 15-20 minutes and rinse it off.
- Freeze the remaining gel for further use.
Why This Works?
Aloe Vera extracts are rich in polysaccharides that can help in moisturising your skin. You can do this 1-2 times daily.
Honey
- Take a little raw honey in your hands.
- Spread it gently on both your hands.
- Leave it on for 15-20 minutes before rinsing it off.
Why This Works?
The soothing nature of honey can help make your hands softer as it can hydrate, soothe, and moisturise your skin. You can do this 1-2 times daily.
Disclaimer: It is advised that you take a doctor's consultation in case you are allergic to any of the above-mentioned products, before applying
Updated 10:54 IST, October 30th 2019