Winter can be the skin's ultimate nemesis, and for extremities like the hands that we often forget, dryness, dehydration and discomfort are all common around this time of year. "Hands face a perfect storm of cold outdoor temperatures, central heating indoors, and frequent hand washing - all of which disrupt the skin barrier," explains Dr Aiza Jamil, Dermatologist at SK:N Clinics. "The skin on the hands is naturally thinner and contains fewer oil glands than the face, so it loses moisture more quickly and becomes prone to dryness, cracking, and irritation during winter months."
So what really helps with preventing this, and treating it when it does occur? I spoke to three dermatologists to discover their top tips on exactly how to treat cracked skin on your hands (from lifestyle changes to product recommendations); these six tips may just resolve the problem, leading to softer, stronger hands with zero 'cracking' in sight.
