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30 Best Hand Creams for Soft, Smooth, and Forever-Young Hands
Youthful hands at your fingertips
By: Dedet Panabi / October 3, 2023
Our poor hands are literally the busiest, as they perform various tasks such as texting, chores, and driving. Since they are frequently exposed to the sun and chemicals, they are susceptible to developing dryness, irritation, and signs of ageing. Like the face, the hands also require similar attention to maintain healthy skin. If you have noticed any issues with your hands, consider it a clear sign to begin taking care of them. Show your hands some tender loving care today with our guide to the best hand creams available in Singapore.
Contents
- Get Soft, Smooth, and Radiant Hands with These Top Hand Creams 2023
- 1. Juliette Armand Hand Care Cream
- 2. Serene SkinLab Calming Repair Cream
- 3. Honest & Gentle Anti-itch Moisturising Lotion
- 4. Farmskin Superfood For Skin Gentle Soothing Blueberry Hand Cream
- 5. Lush Helping Hands Hand Cream
- 6. Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm
- 7. Johnson’s Baby Cotton Touch Face & Body Lotion
- 8. Nivea Age-Defying Hand Cream
- 9. Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Hand Cream
- 10. O’Keeffe’s Working Hands Hand Cream
- 11. Eucerin Daily Hydration Hand Cream with SPF 30
- 12. Aveeno Skin Relief Intense Moisture Hand Cream
- 14. Calmia Perfume in Hand Cream
- 15. Innisfree Jeju Life Hand Cream
- 16. Caudalie Vinotherapist Hand & Nail Cream
- 17. Mario Badescu Elasto-Seamollient Hand Cream
- 18. Supergoop! Hand Screen SPF 40
- 19. Burt’s Bees Hand Salve
- 20. L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream
- 21. Kenzoki Sensual Hands Balm (Rice Steam)
- 22. The Body Shop Almond Hand and Nail Cream
- 23. Philosophy Hands of Hope Sparkling Grapefruit Hand Cream
- 24. Clinique Deep Comfort Hand and Cuticle Cream
- 25. Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve
- 26. Clarins Hand And Nail Treatment Cream
- 27. Origins Make A Difference Rejuvenating Hand Cream
- 28. Aveda Hand Relief
- 29. NCLA Protect Your Jewels Hand Cream
- 30. Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Broad Spectrum Mineral SPF 15 Hand Cream
Get Soft, Smooth, and Radiant Hands with These Top Hand Creams 2023
1. Juliette Armand Hand Care Cream
The Juliette Armand Hand Care Cream is an intensive hand treatment with a rich texture. The skin of your hands is delicately cared for and moisture-boosted under the influence of Aloe Vera. Additionally, this hand cream contains gentle ingredients such as Mandelic acid, panthenol and vitamin E. It is paraben-free and is based on a vegan recipe. Naturally, it is also free from mineral oil and not tested on animals.
Why we love it:
- Hydrates the skin
- Soothes irritated skin
- Rich texture
Price: $55.00
Add to cart2. Serene SkinLab Calming Repair Cream
Serene SkinLab Calming Repair Cream is a repairing cream for very sensitive skin. It repairs the upper and deeper layers of damaged skin by delivering hydration and blocking out external allergens. The high lipid content in the cream makes your skin smooth, velvety soft and baby skin-like. Moreover, the active ingredients penetrate deep into the upper layers of the epidermis to repair stressed and highly over-sensitized skin, which can lead to itchiness.
Why we love it:
- Suitable for all skin types
- Free from irritating ingredients
- Natural formulation
Price: $45.00
Add to cart3. Honest & Gentle Anti-itch Moisturising Lotion
Honest & Gentle Anti-itch Moisturising Lotion is the perfect lotion to help soothe and hydrate your sensitive skin. The after-cooling effect will soothe any skin that feels irritated, on point for dealing with itchiness. On top of that, the lotion has a gentle formula which means it’s perfect for use even on little kids! To add, it absorbs quickly and leaves no trace of grease.
Why we love it:
- Fast-absorption formula
- Non-greasy
- Cooling sensation
Price: $48.90
Add to cart4. Farmskin Superfood For Skin Gentle Soothing Blueberry Hand Cream
Farmskin Superfoods For Skin Gentle Soothing Blueberry Hand Cream is a rich, non-greasy formula that soothes and helps hydrate dry skin. This hand cream is made with blueberries, Neem Tree Extract and Houttuynia Cordata. These ingredients help leave your skin feeling softer and smoother after every application. To add, it is a favourite among men, women and children for how versatile it is.
Why we love it:
- Fortifies the protective barrier
- Soothes irritated skin
- Packed with antioxidants
Price: $12.90
Add to cart5. Lush Helping Hands Hand Cream
Lush’s Helping Hands hand cream is made with nourishing almond oil, shea butter and calming chamomile. The natural ingredients contained in this creates a light, non-sticky formula that melts into the skin for a soothing result that doesn’t leave you feeling sticky. Additionally, you can use it as an overnight treatment and it’ll have your hands feeling softer in no time.
Why we love it:
- Intensely hydrate the skin
- Creamy texture
- Does not leave any greasy residues
Price: $30.00
Where to buy: Lush’s official website
6. Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm
Aesop Resurrection Balm is a rich balm containing Mandarin Rind, Rosemary Leaf, Cedar Atlas. This is a great cream that will keep your hands moisturized and leave them feeling smooth. The stimulating blend of citrus, woody and herbal scents combined with the luxurious texture makes this product a joy to use. Additionally, we love the tube as it feels sturdy and is metal which makes it last longer than normal plastic tubes.
Why we love it:
- Fragrant botanicals scent
- Greaseless finish
- Softens the skin instantly
Price: $41.00
Where to buy: Aesop
7. Johnson’s Baby Cotton Touch Face & Body Lotion
The Johnson’s Baby Cotton Touch Face & Body Lotion is often looked passed as a great lotion since it’s known to be used on newborns. However, this unique water-based lotion is amazingly effective for those with ultra-sensitive skin. The lotion is fast absorbent due to its small molecular size and it is super lightweight. To add, it has a soft cotton-powdery scent that will make you smell like babies all day.
Why we love it:
- Gentle formulation
- For face and body usage
- 24-hour moisturization
Price: $7.40
Where to buy: Watsons
8. Nivea Age-Defying Hand Cream
This affordable hand cream contains Q10 to repair your skin, and UV filters to prevent sun damage. It has a subtle scent and doesn’t feel greasy. And even if it’s one of the cheapest hand creams, it really works — it got 4.7 stars on Makeup Alley. One user said, “My Holy Grail hand cream — I love the creamy texture and how it absorbs quickly and the fragrance is divine.”
Why we love it:
- Targets signs of ageing
- Lightweight
- Affordable
Price: $9.46
Where to buy: Care to Beauty
9. Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Hand Cream
One of the most affordable hand creams in Singapore! Its thick, concentrated formula is great for very dry, cracked hands. It even works for people with eczema or allergies! A little goes a long way, so this cheap tube lasts a long time.
Why we love it:
- Suitable for sensitive skin
- Unscented
- Instant hydration
Price: $28.60
Where to buy: Amazon
10. O’Keeffe’s Working Hands Hand Cream
This has over 10,000 five-star ratings on Amazon! The concentrated formula works magic on very dry, cracked hands. You’ll see a huge difference in the way your hands look and feel in just a few days. It’s safe for people with diabetes, and often recommended to people with eczema and skin allergies. Aside from being extremely moisturizing, it forms a protective layer around your hands to prevent further moisture loss. One of the best creams you can buy!
Why we love it:
- Creates a protective barrier
- Unscented formula
- Non-greasy
Price: $18.90
Where to buy: Amazon
11. Eucerin Daily Hydration Hand Cream with SPF 30
Get moisturization and sun protection in this all-in-one hand cream! It has broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection and keeps hands soft for hours. It has no fragrances, parabens or dyes.
Why we love it:
- Sun protection benefits
- Fragrance-free
- Intense hydration
Price: $32.42
Where to buy: Amazon
12. Aveeno Skin Relief Intense Moisture Hand Cream
Soothes and moisturizes hands for 24 hours! The gentle formula is safe for even the most sensitive skin, and is free of steroids and fragrances. Often recommended by dermatologists, it can relieve itchiness and protects the skin from further irritation by forming a light barrier from the elements.
Why we love it:
- Free from steroids and fragrances
- Instant hydration
- Softens and smooths the skin
Price: $23.51
Where to buy: Amazon
14. Calmia Perfume in Hand Cream
If you want a fragrant hand lotion, try this super affordable Korean hand cream. It got high reviews on Althea, with users gushing over its wonderful scents. Choose from musk and floral scents — or, at $3, you can afford to get them all!
Why we love it:
- Variety of scents available
- Affordable
- Long-lasting scent
Price: $3.00
Where to buy: Althea
15. Innisfree Jeju Life Hand Cream
Another favourite Korean hand cream, thanks to its wide range of scents and the special wax technology that helps the scent linger for hours. Your hands also feel softer and look smoother. It got 4.5 ratings from Innisfree shoppers. “For a $6 moisturizer, it works amazing!” said one fan. Bonus: the bottles are really pretty, too!
Why we love it:
- A selection of scents
- Long-lasting hydration
- Ideal for all skin types
Price: $5.90
Where to buy: Shopee
16. Caudalie Vinotherapist Hand & Nail Cream
If you’re looking for the best hand creams for dry skin, the cult-favourite Caudalie Vinotherapist Hand & Nail Cream might just be what you’re looking for. This power-packed tube houses a medley of grape seed oil, organic shea butter, and polyphenols. This product also doubles as a nail cream by deeply nourishing and strengthening the nails against brittleness. It doesn’t feel greasy, and the pleasant scent makes it a perfect addition to your beauty regimen.
Why we love it:
- Deeply nourish the hands and nails
- Softens the skin
- Fortifies the nails
Price: $22.00
Where to buy: Sephora
17. Mario Badescu Elasto-Seamollient Hand Cream
This hardworking hand cream soothes dry and damaged hands with marine extracts and Vitamin E. It has a mild scent, and is absorbed quickly. ” It is super emollient which means it doesn’t just rinse off fm your hands when you wash them (without soap, of cos). It is sooo soothing for even the driest skin!” says one Sephora review.
Why we love it:
- Promote natural healing
- Thick consistency
- Pleasant scent
Price: $18.00
Where to buy: Sephora
18. Supergoop! Hand Screen SPF 40
One of the best hand creams for preventing sun damage! It has SPF 40, which can prevent fine lines and sun spots, and strengthen the hands’ moisture barrier. This has won several beauty awards, and is a favourite among beauty editors and dermatologists.
Why we love it:
- Sun protection
- Ideal for all skin types
- Fast-absorbing formula
Price: $62.00
Where to buy: Sephora
19. Burt’s Bees Hand Salve
This cult favourite has thousands of high reviews from Influenster, Amazon and beauty blogs! It contains natural ingredients like olive oil, beeswax and botanicals to rescue dry, cracked and irritated hands. The only downside: the tin can chip our manicure.
Why we love it:
- Natural formulation
- Clean formulation
- Packed with botanical oils
Price: $31.00
Where to buy: Sephora
20. L’Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream
This always ends up in lists of best hand creams, for good reason: it’s not greasy, absorbs quickly, moisturizes even the driest hands and cuticles, and smells amazing! Everyone should have one tube (or two!).
Why we love it:
- Protect dry hands
- Deeply nourish the skin and cuticles
- Absorbs quickly
Price: $18.00
Where to buy: L’Occitane stores
21. Kenzoki Sensual Hands Balm (Rice Steam)
While it’s not as well known as other hand creams, those who try it love it! It’s infused with the famous Kenzo fragrance and nourishing rice extracts. “It’s not a heavy duty balm but it is still buttery enough to get the job done. Most important it’s not sticky at all. The comforting rice scent is simply divine,” says one Sephora review.
Why we love it:
- Butter texture
- Pleasant fragrant
- Soothes irritating skin
Price: $14.00
Where to buy: QVC
22. The Body Shop Almond Hand and Nail Cream
A cult favourite, this amazing hand cream deep-moisturizes your hands with sweet almond oil and shea butter. No more rough hands and scraggly cuticles!
Why we love it:
- Long-lasting hydration
- Instantly softens the skin
- Nourishes the hands and nails
Price: $15.00
Where to buy: The Body Shop’s official website
23. Philosophy Hands of Hope Sparkling Grapefruit Hand Cream
Your hands will look and smell amazing! It has nourishing shea butter and aloe vera to relieve dryness and irritation, and a chorus of fruity-floral scents from juicy pink grapefruit, blood orange, rhubarb and freesia. (If you don’t like grapefruit, try their other variants.) Sephora reviews say that it’s not greasy and hands are noticeably softer for hours.
Why we love it:
- Several options of scent
- Alleviates dryness
- Long-lasting scent
Price: $33.46
Where to buy:Amazon
24. Clinique Deep Comfort Hand and Cuticle Cream
This got a 4.7 star rating in Influenster, thanks to how the rich formula goes into the deeper skin layers. It not only moisturizes, but helps reduce fine lines and other signs of ageing. (Read more tips on how to have younger looking hands.)
Why we love it:
- Nourishes the hands and cuticles
- Rich texture
- Fortifies the moisture barrier
Price: $46.00
Where to buy: Zalora
25. Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve
It has over a thousand 5-star reviews on Influenster, This heavy-duty hand salve heals extremely dry, chapped and itchy hands. It has a neutral scent, and no greasy after-feel. It’s a favourite even among industrial workers, nurses and teachers whose hands are exposed to heavy work and chemicals.
Why we love it:
- No greasy after-feel
- For all skin types
- Thick, rich formula
Price: $48.00
Where to buy:Kiehl’s official website
26. Clarins Hand And Nail Treatment Cream
One of the best anti-ageing hand creams! Sesame oil and Japanese mulberry extracts minimize age spots, smoothen out fine lines, and act like a glove that shields your hands from the elements.
Why we love it:
- For all skin types
- Forms protective barrier
- Strengthen nails and condition cuticles
Price: $17.00
Where to buy:Clarins’ official website
27. Origins Make A Difference Rejuvenating Hand Cream
Hate greasy hand creams? This luxury hand cream is absorbed in seconds, while hydrating skin with botanicals like Meadowfoam Seed oil and Rose of Jericho.
Why we love it:
- Dermatologist tested
- Delivers intense hydration
- Long-lasting smoothness
Price: $47.00
Where to buy: Origins
28. Aveda Hand Relief
Treat your hands to intense moisture therapy! It helps relieve dryness and irritation, and stays on even after three hand washes. It’s also safe for sensitive skin!
Why we love it:
- Long-lasting hydration
- Pleasant scent
- Fast-absorbing formula
Price: $40.75
Where to buy:Amazon
29. NCLA Protect Your Jewels Hand Cream
Is this why nail bloggers have such pretty looking hands when they take pics of their manicures? Developed by one of the top nail brands, it contains sapphire to add subtle, youthful sheen to your hands. It also has hydrating shea butter and Vitamin E.
Why we love it:
- Infused with sapphire
- Instantly revitalise the skin
- Packed with hydrating ingredients
Price: $40.75
Where to buy: AmazonÂ
30. Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Broad Spectrum Mineral SPF 15 Hand Cream
Fenty Skin Hydra Vizor Broad Spectrum Mineral SPF 15 Hand Cream is an all-rounder hand cream that does it all. Aside from keeping your hands hydrated, it works wonders to protect your skin against harmful UV rays while ensuring that it looks smooth and soft. Its formulation includes a concoction of zinc oxide, murumuru and mango butters, sorrel, kalahari melon, cranberry, and moringa oils, vitamin E, as well as Barbados cherry and mangosteen extracts. Despite its luxurious, creamy texture, the product absorbs easily into the skin without leaving any greasy remnants.
Why we love it:
- Contains SPF protection
- Deep hydration
- Clean formulation
Price: $20.00
Where to buy: Sephora