5 Easy Ways to Care for Hands and Nails in Winter

Hydration inside is as important as the protection of skin on the outside.  Drink plenty of water, and eat foods that are naturally hydrating such as water melon and cucumber.  In June 2010, according to CNBC, Coconut water was consumed by the players during "the longest tennis match in history." One of our favorites is Vita Coco's Coconut Water because it's 100% coconut water in an environmentally tetra pack so you're helping yourself and the planet at the same time.

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You may have noticed in winter that your skin becomes crinkly and dry?  The culprit is often dry air from heating systems in the home or office.  To prevent this, keep a bowl of water near radiators and heating vents, by doing so; moisture is taken up from the bowl instead of your skin.  If you don't like the idea of an open bowl of water then we suggest the Drop Shape Cool Mist Humidifier by Crane. It's super quiet, provides 11-hours of moister, and it's cool retro colors and shape make it seem like an art piece instead of a big and clunky humidifier from your childhood.

Although we constantly use our hands it is easy to forget how sensitive the skin can be.  So, be kind to your hands, if you go outside in winter wear gloves or mittens.  When you wash dishes, always wear rubber gloves to protect hands and nails from both the hot water and the chemicals in detergents. One of our favorite gloves is Riverstone Goods Women's Soft & Warm Fleece Gloves because they are thick, soft, and very warm but also extremely affordable.  Since they come in several colors you can grab a few pair and keep your hands and nails protected during the cold.

Skin and hair will benefit from Vitamins E, C, A, K and B complex when taken regularly.  All of these vitamins encourage smoother and younger looking skin.  Topical application in the form of a Vitamin E Cream gives added protection. Our favorite cream for boosting moisture in our hands and nails is Derma E's Vitamin E 12,000 IU Moisturizing Creme.  Its' paraben free formula, coupled with its' high potency of vitamin E and quick absorbtion put it at the top of our must-have list for hand and nail care.

To protect  and moisturize mature or very dry skin, especially on your hands, make sure to use a hand cream that helps prevent dry and chapped skin while also working as a deep moisturizer.  Neutrogena's Norwegian Hand Cream is perfect for overall hand and nail protection, and it gives your hands and nails immediate relief on application. To get the most benefits you should apply regularly, particularly at bed time.