Super-Easy Handcare Solutions

Troubled by dry, rough hands due to excessive handwashing and sanitising? Anita Golani, FounderiORA, steps in with quick fixes at home for dry hands.

The habit of excessive handwashing to prevent the unwanted spread of virus is also resulting in rough, textured and cactus-like hands. And, we all hate it, right!

Unfortunately, over-washing your hands can cause some serious damage to the skin. The constant washing scrubs away natural oils and moisture from your hands while leaving them as dry as a desert.

No, we are not asking you to be unhygienic! ACT coolio as we bring you some super-easy and inexpensive quick fixes right from your kitchen shelf. These tried and tested tips will take you a long way to combat dryness of hands.

PETROLEUM JELLY

Everyone has at least one tiny container of petroleum jelly in their house. And this makes at the top of our list because of how quickly it works wonders on your skin. Simply apply some petroleum jelly to your hands after your wash. You can even leave the jelly on your hands the entire night by wearing soft mittens to trap in the moisture. You will wake up with baby soft, supple and moisturised hands.

GHEE (CLARIFIED BUTTER)