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Cold snap wrecking your hands? Winter air and central heating really reduce the moisture in the air, while chilly winds can strip away our natural oils, leaving us with dry skin and painful, cracked knuckles.
But the NIVEA Soothing Care Aloe Vera Hand Cream is a dry skin saviour, and a complete steal for just £1.24 on Amazon.
Roughly the price of a coffee, but for hands that don’t feel like they’re about to shed a layer. Come to think of it, when was the last time coffee cost £1.24?
NIVEA Soothing Care Aloe Vera Hand Cream
NIVEA Soothing Care Aloe Vera Hand Cream is designed to combat dry, cracked skin and keep hands feeling soft and hydrated all day. Its formula provides up to 24 hours of moisture, locking in hydration for long-lasting protection. Enriched with Aloe Vera, it nourishes, calms irritation, and helps restore softness while supporting skin regeneration. The lightweight texture absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy residue, making it perfect for everyday use. For best results, apply to clean, dry hands and massage gently into the skin daily.
Buy Now for £1.25You can apply the cream as needed, and the velvety smooth formula offers up to 24 hours of soothing hydration. The formula is also infused with aloe vera, which can calm irritation and redness, as well as speed up skin cell regeneration to boost healing for cuts or sores fast. It’s also quick to absorb into the skin and doesn’t feel greasy on the hands.
A little really does go a long way, and thanks to its compact size, it slips easily into your bag or even your pocket. Perfect for tackling dry skin the moment it hits, no matter where you are.
‘A first class hand cream with a lovely mild scent,’ Sabden said in their review online. ‘It soaks into skin quickly and does not leave a greasy residue.’
Lesley said her hands felt softer from the first use and even remained soft while handwashing throughout the day. ‘Highly recommend,’ she insisted.
Sarah said it had proven a must-have for her mum, explaining: ‘My mum uses this a lot as she suffers with very dry, cracked hands. It works wonders. Leaves hands well moisturised, it absorbs into skin nicely without leaving a greasy feeling.’
‘I love how moisturising this hand cream is, and its fresh and invigorating smell is sublime,’ Naz added in their feedback. ‘It stays on my bedside drawer and is an integral part of my nightly routine, finishing the day massaging this cream into my tired hands feels like a special treat and makes for a pampering experience whilst keeping dryness at bay.’
And Guru added that it was great for cracked heels too, adding: ‘Easy to apply, very smooth and creamy. Good product. Stops skin irritation and not greasy to use.’
Sounds good to us!
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