No matter how young you may appear, your hands age first and are not always smooth.
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Smooth hands: 5 ways to maintain them this autumn/winter season
Our hands may not always be smooth throughout the autumn/winter season; therefore, we must take steps to maintain their smoothness.
No matter how young you may appear, your hands age first and are not always smooth.
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No matter how young you may appear, your hands age first and are not always smooth. Additionally, since we are in the autumn/winter season, hands are frequently dry.
Since they are the most exposed portion of the body, hands age more quickly, it is important to ensure they are always smooth.
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The health of our skin can also be negatively impacted by excessive hand washing and the use of strong hand sanitisers.
Try the five suggestions below to keep your hands smooth:
Maintain clean smooth hands
Regular hand washing is crucial to preventing the transmission of germs. But using strong soap can cause dryness, so you should choose organic hand-washing lotions instead. Avoid using hot water while washing your hands; lukewarm water will do just fine.
Don’t forget to moisturise and dry your hands with a clean towel.
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Protect your hands
Always use gloves when performing household tasks like dishwashing, gardening, or hand-washing laundry to prevent rashes on your hands.
Hand exfoliation
Your skin may appear rough and drab due to dead skin cells. Exfoliating often can assist to get rid of these dead skin cells and reveal smooth, more radiant skin. Maintain the appearance of your hands by using a light exfoliating scrub once or twice a week.
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Masque your hands
Applying masque on your hands can do wonders to keep them in a tip-top smooth condition where they always look healthy and glowing. Next time you apply a face mask, remember your hands, too, and give them all the love and attention they deserve.
Regular hand moisturising
After washing your hands or whenever your hands feel dry, use a natural cream or lotion. Attempt to find moisturisers with natural components like shea butter, jojoba oil, or coconut oil.
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These components can aid in moisturising and protecting your skin from dryness and cracking by making them smooth. Incorporating your cuticles and nails into the aforementioned advice is a must.
