13 Best Hand Creams We Tested for Soft, Smooth Hands in 2025

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and trusty SPF, of course.As is the case with the rest of your skin, depriving your hands of that much-needed moisture is simply not an option. “Hands are one of the driest areas of the skin due to exposure to the environment and constant hand washing,” says , a NYC-based medical and cosmetic dermatologist at Goldenberg Dermatology.

According to Dr. Gary, it's also common for our hands to be one of the first parts of the body to show signs of aging, and ensuring that they're well hydrated at all times “is one of the best ways to keep them looking youthful.”That said, it's not as simple as picking up any old tube at the drugstore, since so many hand creams are either too watery, too sticky, too thick, or too fragranced.

Plus, if you have any particular skin concerns such as eczema or psoriasis, you'd do well to consider formulations that will cater to your skin's needs and help reduce symptoms.Determined to find your best possible bets—and put an end to dry cuticles and parched skin—we polled Glamour's editors on the hand creams that have been getting them through this winter.

Because the last thing we need to worry about is irritated, chapped hands. Keep scrolling for a list of the best hand creams we swear by.Why should you use a hand cream?“Your best defense against dry hands is to moisturize them consistently,” says , a board-certified dermatologist in Miami, Florida.