As the spread of the deadly coronavirus increases, health officials from around the world are stressing the importance of keeping our hands clean and sanitised. While COVID-19 has changed our hygiene habits, it has also given us wrinkly, dry and cracked hands from washing them repeatedly. Though washing hands frequently and sanitizing them from time to time are the only reliable tricks that can ward off the pandemic virus, we must also take care of hands by moisturizing them. Begin with the following steps.

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Dermatologist suggests pat drying hands rather than rubbing them must be practice. It will not irritate the skin any further after washing it. Soft cotton towels are the best!

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After drying hands, one must use hand cream to lock in the moisture of the skin. However, these hand creams must not include irritants, like retinol or allergens. Hand balms are ideal for people who have dry skin.

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To prevent further drying of the hands, you can wear gloves while doing their dishes, laundry or any other household activity that includes water.

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Hand masks are very similar to face sheet masks. This k-beauty product comes loaded with a hydrating serum that can restore the moisture level of your hands. You can leave it up to the directed time, and reveal soft hands in the very first usage.

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