How To Hydrate Hands With 5 Home Remedies

In addition to hydrating the hands, with these natural treatments we also manage to eliminate excess dead cells and give them a renewed appearance and greater softness.

Moisturizing our hands can help us counteract the negative effects of the sun, pollution and aggressive substances in the environment. Although it is not visible to the naked eye, dead cells and microparticles accumulate on the skin that, little by little, dry them out and accelerate the aging process.

The problem is that we do not usually pay much attention to them and, despite feeling rough,  we do not take care of them properly.

Fortunately, in addition to the endless number of cosmetic products to nourish the skin of the hands, there are 100% natural remedies that allow us to keep them soft and hydrated.

1. Egg yolk and olive oil

The mixture of egg yolk and olive oil helps to rehydrate the skin and remove accumulated cells from its surface. In fact, according to this study carried out by the Universidad de La Frontera in Temuco (Chile), honey has powerful healing properties. 

Ingredients

• 1 egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil (32 g)

Preparation

• Beat an egg yolk and combine it with the tablespoons of olive oil.

Application mode

• Rub the mixture on your hands and let it work for 20 minutes.
• Rinse with lukewarm water and repeat its use 2 or 3 times a week.

2. Cocoa butter and almond oil

The fatty acids in cocoa butter and almond oil help hydrate hands, leaving skin feeling smooth.

Both ingredients provide vitamin E and antioxidants, which help regenerate dry and rough skin, according to this study carried out by the University of Granada.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of cocoa butter (20 g)

• 2 tablespoons of almond oil (30 g)

Preparation

• Melt the cocoa butter in a water bath and, when it is melted, mix it with the almond oil.
• Wait for it to sit at room temperature, until it solidifies.

Application mode

• Take a small amount of the mixture and apply it on your hands until it is completely absorbed.
• Leave it to act without rinsing and repeat its use every night.

3. Coconut oil and lemon juice

Combining coconut oil with lemon juice is not only a moisturizer to hydrate the hands, but also a natural lightener, ideal for hiding the spots that usually form in this area of ​​the skin. This is stated in this study carried out by the University of Khartoum (Sudan).

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of coconut oil (30 g)
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice (10 ml)

Preparation

• Pour the coconut oil into a bowl and mix it with a tablespoon of lemon juice.

Application mode

• Before going to bed, apply the treatment to your hands.
• Let it act for 30 minutes and rinse.
• Use it 2 or 3 times a week.

Note : Avoid contact with the sun’s rays, since lemon juice can favor the appearance of spots.

4. Oats and honey

Oatmeal combined with honey helps us to hydrate our hands and, in turn, to  eliminate dead cells and help in the healing of small wounds.

Its regular application helps to eliminate roughness and prevent the appearance of premature signs of aging.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of oatmeal (10 g)
• 2 tablespoons of honey (50 g)

Preparation

• Mix the oatmeal with the honey, until you get a creamy paste.

Application mode

• Apply the mask on your hands and leave it to act for 30 minutes.
• Rinse with lukewarm water and repeat its use 3 times a week.

5. Castor oil and sugar

A natural castor oil and sugar scrub helps remove dead skin from your hands and reduce dryness.

It is ideal for revitalizing the skin after handling cleaning chemicals or coming into contact with dust, among other substances, since castor oil is antibacterial (as stated in this study by Quaid-i-Azam University (Pakistan) .

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons of castor oil (30 g)
• 1 tablespoon of coarse sugar (12 g)

Preparation

• Pour the castor oil into a bowl and mix it with the coarse sugar to form a grainy paste.

Application mode

• Moisten your hands and apply the mixture, massaging them together.
• Let it act for 15 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.
• Repeat its application 2 or 3 times a week.

Do your hands feel dry? Does your skin look dull and rough? If so, go ahead and try any of the treatments mentioned and improve your appearance without investing in expensive commercial products.