Hands take more wear than almost any other part of your skin. Frequent washing, sanitiser, air-conditioning and winter air strip away moisture, leaving them dry, rough and tight. A good hand cream puts that moisture back and keeps it locked in, without leaving a greasy film on your phone or keyboard.
Hand cream for dry skin
Dry hands need more than a quick hit of hydration. They need ingredients that restore softness and help hold moisture in. Every Plum BodyLovin' hand cream is enriched with shea butter, a rich plant butter that cushions dry, rough skin and helps it stay soft for hours. The texture is lightweight and fast-absorbing, so you can apply it and get straight back to work. For very dry or flaky hands, apply after every wash and once more before bed.
Pick your fragrance
Our 30 g hand creams share the same moisturising, non-greasy base. You just choose the scent you love:
- Vanilla Vibes Hand Cream: warm, cosy vanilla.
- Vanilla Caramello Hand Cream: vanilla with a drizzle of salted caramel.
- Hawaiian Rumba Hand Cream: fresh tropical aqua.
- Feelin' So Rose Hand Cream: fresh rose with a musky twist, plus Brazil nut oil and sunflower oil.
Can't pick one? The Candy Cart Hand Cream Gift Set brings three together, and it makes an easy gift too. Browse more ideas in our gift sets.
Hand cream for women and men
Dry hands don't care about gender, and neither do our formulas. The gourmand vanilla and rose scents are firm favourites as hand cream for women. Hawaiian Rumba's fresh, aquatic scent works just as well as a hand cream for men who want soft hands without a sweet fragrance.
Hand cream vs hand lotion vs body lotion
- Hand cream is thicker and richer. It's made for skin that's washed often and dries out fast.
- Hand lotion is lighter and more fluid. It suits mildly dry hands but tends to wear off sooner.
- Body lotion is designed to spread over large areas. For all-over moisture, pair your hand cream with a body lotion, or pick one made for dry skin.
To match your scent from head to toe, layer your hand cream with the same fragrance in our body mists.
How to apply hand cream
- Start with clean, towel-dried hands. Slightly damp skin absorbs moisture best.
- Squeeze out a pea-sized amount and warm it between your palms.
- Massage it over the backs of your hands, your palms, between your fingers and into your cuticles.
- Reapply after washing, and add a slightly thicker layer at night for softer hands by morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which hand cream is best for dry hands?
Look for a non-greasy cream with a rich moisturiser such as shea butter. All Plum BodyLovin' hand creams are enriched with shea butter to soften dry, rough hands without feeling sticky.
Can men use hand cream?
Yes. Hand cream works the same on any skin. Hawaiian Rumba's fresh aquatic scent is a popular pick for men.
Can I use hand cream on my palms?
Yes. Massage it into your palms, fingers and cuticles as well as the backs of your hands. Palms dry out from frequent washing too.
What's the difference between hand cream and hand lotion?
Hand cream is thicker and more nourishing, while hand lotion is lighter and wears off sooner. For hands that are washed often, a cream keeps moisture in for longer.
How often should I apply hand cream?
Apply after every hand wash and whenever your hands feel dry. Using it daily helps keep skin soft and prevents rough patches.
Is Plum BodyLovin' hand cream greasy?
No. The formula is lightweight and absorbs quickly, so it won't leave residue on your phone, keyboard or clothes.
Can I use hand cream at night?
Yes. A slightly thicker layer before bed gives your hands several hours to absorb the moisture, so they feel softer by morning.
Are Plum BodyLovin' hand creams vegan?
Yes. Like all Plum products, our hand creams are 100% vegan and cruelty-free.
