Handcream
 

In need of a little advice please

Since i started working on the ward 8 months ago, my hands have become rather a mess...due to the amount of handwashing and handgel we use (i work on a very demanding ward, everytime we see a patient we wash before putting on gloves and after we take the gloves off) they have become almost transparent and my skin very shiney, and often very irritated.
Can anyone recommend a really good handcream that i could pop into my uniform pocket that would protect my hands? i am using cocoa butter at the moment and its rubbish

thankya kindly

Re: Handcream
 

This lotion is wonderful but pricey at £22 a big bottle.

"ANCIENT MINERALS MAGNESIUM LOTION:

Ideal for children and sensitive individuals
Highly therapeutic for psoriasis, eczema, and other skin conditions
Significant for massage applications
Effective at encouraging healthy skin tissue"



My chiropodist does my feet with it after nail cutting. She has a sensitive skin and was so impressed that she asked where she could buy some.
Magnesium lotion

It contains coconut oil (which is like butter) and shea butter, so I think either of those would be fine if you don't need the (expensive) magnesium ingredient.

Re: Handcream
 

Udderly Smooth moo cream.
I know it sounds a really daft name but this stuff(8.99 from Amazon-a very large tub....but can be decanted into a uniform friendly pot) is very good. It is not greasy, leaves no marks and a little bit goes a long way.
It is recommended by doctors treating cancer patients who get very sore dry hands (and feet)as the result of chemo.
I have a large tub of this in my bathroom and I use it frequently. My hands are permanently damaged as a result of hand washing and the use of strong detergents used in my career.....and my hands love it.

Re: Handcream
 

The mrs uses this stuff - E45 Dermatological Cream 350g - Boots

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My daughter also works for the NHS and she too has problems with her hands. She gets quite deep splits in her fingertips and nothing she has tried has worked so far. I tell her about moo cream and see if it makes a difference Margaret.

Re: Handcream
 

I get similar splits in my fingers.....and I have pompholx eczema. I have tried all kinds of stuff.....this cream works for me.....and although it may seem a lot to fork out.....my tub has lasted me almost a year. I apply it sparingly, but after each hand wash.

This cream was originally formulated for the treatment of sore udders on cows.....and that is where the name comes from.

Re: Handcream
 

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Udderly-Smoo...udderly+smooth

There is a link for you.

Re: Handcream
 

Thanks for the link Margaret, I'll show her when she comes in.

Re: Handcream
 

ah thanx Marg, i will get some of that, inbetween my fingers peel a lot too, it looks quite freaky at times, but i wouldnt change my job for the world

Re: Handcream
 

Shaz, it is so good to hear that you are enjoying it.
I am really pleased for you.

Re: Handcream
 

just ordered some thankyou Marg, cost me over £6 for 'normal' delivery...robbing gets lol

Re: Handcream
 

Good for you Lass, after all the struggling to find something, looks like you've dropped on your feet with this one. :)

Re: Handcream
 

Anyone tried Argan Oil from Morocco ?

Re: Handcream
 

Argan oil leaves my skin greasy Dave

Re: Handcream
 

i definately did DiGy, best job ive ever had