In Good Hands
Not even the most resilient skin is immune to winter dryness. Combat unsightly cracked cuticles with these editor-approved formulas.
“With the super moisturizing combination of vitamin B3, shea butter, grape seed oil, and stem cell technology, this sweet-smelling hand cream is not messing around.” – Sue Williamson, Digital Editor
Rodial Stemcell Super-Food Hand Cream, $25, rodial.com.
“A little bit goes a long way—which is how I justify the price of this incredibly rich, wonderfully smelling hand cream.” – Christina Caldwell, Digital Director
“Velvety smooth and really, truly non-greasy, this cream has given me my first winter without humiliatingly cracked cuticles.” – Katie Becker, Beauty Editor
Rodin Crema Luxury Hand and Body Cream, $84, net-a-porter.com.
“These mini hand creams come in seven heavenly scents—but what I really love is how smooth and hydrated my hands feel upon application. I want one of each.” – Sarah Leon, Senior Web Editor
& Other Stories Mini Hand Cream, $8 each, stories.com
“I love its rich consistency, but I also love how chic it looks next to the kitchen sink.” – Jane Larkworthy, Beauty Director
Byredo Bal d’Afrique Hand Cream, $35, byredo.com.
“This scented cream, made with organic and fair trade ingredients, keeps my hands moisturized but never greasy.” – Kristin Auble, Research Editor
Weleda Sea Buckthorn hand cream, $12.50, weleda.com.
“My sister works at the company and got me hooked a few years ago. It’s an expensive habit but makes a difference during these cold days.” – Rickie de Sole, Fashion Market and Accessories Director
La Mer The Hand Treatment, $80, cremedelamer.com.
“This deeply hydrating moisturizer feels quite thick going on, but never leaves a greasy finish.” – Vanessa Lawrence, Features Writer
“Since I have a strong aversion to wearing gloves, my hands always take a beating from the cold. Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve is the only thing that gets me through to spring.” – Sam Walker, Assistant Accessories Editor
Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve, $15, kiehls.com.
“I love this nourishing formula so much that I keep a tube at my desk.” – Mia Adorante, Associate to the Fashion and Style Director
Fresh Brown Sugar Hand Cream, $18.50, fresh.com.
“No matter how cold and dry it gets outside, this cream works magic.” – Gillian Sagansky, Assistant to the Editor in Chief
Sisley Confort Extreme Mains Hand Cream, $105, sisley-paris.com.
“It’s rich, the moisture lasts, and smells like sweet baby products.” – Sarah Zendejas, Fashion Assistant
L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream, $28, loccitane.com.
“This hand cream has a light herbal scent, that calms my dry cracked hands. There’s never any greasiness, my skin soaks it right up!” – Lina Walgren, Associate Art Director
Dr. Hauschka Hydrating Hand Cream, $25, beauty.com.