ProsI suffer from exfoliative keratolysis on my palms during winter, causing the skin on my fingertips to peel and regrow. It's similar to eczema, with the palm skin peeling off, but it usually resolves itself in about a month if left alone. Other hand creams I've tried were either too sticky or, despite smelling nice, didn't really help with the peeling skin recovery.
To be honest, I'm not sure if this product is solely responsible for the faster recovery this time, but the process from peeling skin to normal skin was the quickest I've experienced so far. So I'm inclined to think it might be thanks to this hand cream.
When applied, it absorbs instantly without leaving any greasy residue, leaving my hands feeling hydrated. While other hand creams feel like applying a rich moisturizer, this one feels more like a super lightweight toner (I'm using these comparisons just to describe the finish, not the product's function!).
The texture is less like a cream and more like a thick dermatological ointment. It's a bit hard to describe... I'd recommend testing it at Olive Young before purchasing! Although it's marketed as fragrance-free, there is a slight scent. It's not completely unscented.
ConsDue to the product's texture, it doesn't spread easily with just your fingers. You need to use your nails to scoop it out or apply more pressure with your fingertips.
Also, opening and closing the lid can be a bit inconvenient.
TipIf you apply a generous amount before bed, you'll wake up feeling like your hands have been reborn with deep hydration.
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