Every day, our hands undertake countless tasks and activities, yet they are often neglected and lack proper care, becoming rough and dry. However, with some simple care and attention, we can regain the beauty and health of our hands.
Firstly, you need to understand the causes of rough hands:
Lack of sebaceous glands: The skin on our hands has very few sebaceous glands, which are responsible for producing enough oil to moisturize the skin. Therefore, the inherent moisturizing ability is poor.
Thick stratum corneum: If the dead skin cells on the skin are not regularly removed, the accumulation of dead skin cells on the hands will increase, which is one of the main reasons for rough and peeling hands.
External irritants: Hands often become dry due to water or other external irritants. Cleaning products commonly used during household chores can also cause significant damage to the skin on the hands. Additionally, prolonged exposure of hands to low temperatures and low humidity in outdoor air (especially in cold weather) can lead to dry and rough hands.
Next, you need to understand the methods of hand care:
Nourish with oily hand cream: Choose hand creams that contain ingredients like olive oil, macadamia seed oil, argan oil, shea butter, coconut oil, horse oil, and camellia oil.
Effective hand massage with hand cream:First, rub the hand cream on the back of your left hand with your right hand.Second, massage from the fingertips to the base of the fingers, gently pinching back to the fingertips.Third, repeat the previous steps for all fingers.Fourth, massage each finger individually by crossing them over each other.Fifth, gently rub the spaces between the bones on the back of the hand with your thumb to promote blood circulation.Sixth, gently press the center of the palm with your thumb and gently stretch the wrist.Finally, after completing the care for the left hand, repeat the same steps for the right hand.
Hand mask and gloves: Apply hand cream or hand oil before going to bed and wear gloves overnight to keep your hands doubly moisturized. This not only prevents external irritants but also helps to retain moisture in the hands due to the closed environment.
Deal with dead skin on fingertips: Apply hand cream to soften the dead skin, making it easier to handle the stratum corneum. Then, soak your hands in warm water at 40°C for 5 to 10 minutes. The softer the stratum corneum becomes, the easier it is to remove the dead skin. Use a cotton swab or a cuticle pusher to gently push the stratum corneum upwards, rotating it while pushing, so that the peeled dead skin does not go below the stratum corneum. If the stratum corneum is hard and difficult to push, repeat the previous two steps to soften it. However, remember not to push too hard to avoid excessive burden on the skin. Finally, gently wipe away the dead skin with a cotton swab or cotton pad. After completing the exfoliation process, apply hand cream or oil to keep your hands moisturized.
Hand sunscreen is essential: In addition to protecting the facial skin, it is equally important to protect the skin on the hands. Sunscreen not only prevents the hands from darkening but also reduces the occurrence of roughness and fine lines.
Furthermore, when doing household chores, handling chemicals, or engaging in activities that may damage your hands, it is recommended to wear suitable gloves to protect your hands from irritation and injury. Remember, hand care requires consistency and regularity to achieve the best results.
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