A Handy Solution for Beautiful Hands
Before tackling household dust and grime, don’t forget to give your hands the care they truly deserve. With constant exposure to water, cleaning products, and changing weather, your hands can easily become dry, irritated, or aged. Here are some practical and effective ways to keep them soft, protected, and beautiful:
• Lock in the Moisture
Applying moisturizer to damp skin right after a shower or bath helps seal in hydration. Choose a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer especially designed for sensitive skin to prevent irritation while keeping your hands smooth and supple.
• Guard Against Harsh Chemicals
Cleaning products often contain detergents and chemicals that strip away your skin’s natural oils. Always wear gloves when using such products. Playtex Living Gloves, for example, feature multiple layers of neoprene that provide excellent protection compared to standard latex gloves. Wearing gloves should become a daily habit during cleaning routines.
• Fight Bacteria and Germs
Look for gloves with built-in antimicrobial protection. Playtex Living Gloves include Ultra-Fresh® technology that helps prevent odor-causing bacteria, mold, and mildew growth—plus they offer great hot water protection.
• Protect Your Manicure
If you’ve invested time (and money) into a beautiful manicure, protect it! Wearing gloves will prevent your nails from becoming brittle and help your polish last longer, keeping your hands camera-ready in any season.
• Take Your Hands to the Spa
Give yourself a mini hand spa at home. Warm one cup of milk in the microwave (about 30 seconds or until warm but not too hot) and soak your hands for 5 minutes. This simple treatment hydrates your skin and strengthens nails thanks to milk’s natural proteins and vitamins.
• Practice Model-Worthy Hand Care
Hand models know best when it comes to hand maintenance. Ellen Sirot, a top NYC hand model, swears by gloves:
“Whenever I do anything that can damage my hands, such as housework, washing dishes or even gardening, I always wear my Playtex Living Gloves,” she says.
• Support a Cause While You Care
As a bonus, Playtex Products Inc. contributes to the National Breast Cancer Foundation on behalf of their Playtex Living Gloves. When you protect your hands, you’re also supporting a greater cause.
A few simple steps can go a long way in keeping your hands youthful and soft. From moisturizing routines to wearing protective gloves, these habits can become your secret to beautiful hands that truly stand out.