1. Lock it in

    Shower + lotion within 3 minutes

    Pat dry instead of rubbing, and smooth it on while your skin is still a little damp.

  2. Elbows and knees

    A rich cream, morning and night

    Twice a day until they soften, then once a day.

  3. Desk drawer

    1 small hand cream

    Use it after washing your hands, when they dry out the most.

Soft hands overnight

How to · With lotion

Soft hands overnight

5 minutesBefore bedEasy

Steps

  1. 1Wash your hands with warm water and a gentle soap, and pat them almost dry.
  2. 2Smooth on a generous layer of cream, working it into your knuckles, cuticles and the backs of your hands.
  3. 3Slip on the cotton gloves and leave them on overnight.
  4. 4In the morning, rub in whatever's left. Wash the gloves every few uses.

  • Lotion, cream or butter

    Lotion is light and sinks in fast. Cream is thicker. Body butter is richest, for very dry skin.

  • Fragrance-free

    Scent can bother sensitive or dry skin. Fragrance-free is the gentlest choice.

  • Pump or tub

    A pump is clean and quick. Thick creams and butters usually come in a tub.