O'Keeffe's Working Hands Cream for Extreme Dryness, 3.4 oz, 2-Pack

I've been using this stuff for years. Like, literally, the last time I bought a pack it was years ago. You only need a little bit of cream to moisturize both hands. This stuff lasts forever, and it works pretty dang well. No complaints. I'll keep buying this as long as they make it. This specific "cream" works very well because it contains some type of wax like substance that works really well at holding in moisture from your skin. That also means it feels a bit different than other lotions normally do. It can dry out, which would normally mean the lotion was expired. But it's fine. Just add a drop or two of water to the top, and mix it together. Kinda like mixing the water back into sour cream. Then put the lid back on, and it'll be good for a few more months. It's hard to come up with a lot of detailed things to say. It's hand lotion. It has a subtle smell that's hard to describe, but easy to ignore. If you want something with a scent, try another lotion. Apply when your hands are getting dry, and it keeps your hands from cracking, bleeding, or otherwise getting dry and unpleasant. Don't let your hands get like that. Treat yourself by having skin that doesn't look and feel like it's dead. Being wax-like means you need less than normal lotion, since it doesn't evaporate or dry out like other lotions. Most people are probably applying way too much. Like, ten times what they actually need. But before I can explain how much to use, I have to explain how lotion works. The natural oils your body produces are critical to holding in the water in your skin. Without it, your hands will dry out and if it gets bad enough, you'll start bleeding. Lotion works by substituting your natural oils with something else that holds in water. That usually means oil or wax. In a pinch, olive oil works as a moisturizer, because it does the same thing. (putting olive oil on your hands then sleeping with gloves is actually really good for your hands) More than a dry climate, using some moisturizer is especially important for any job (or other reason) that requires you to wash your hands often, since soap removes all the important oils off your hands, leaving them to dry out. The dryer your climate, the worse your hands will feel after washing and drying out. The best time to use lotion is right after you use soap. The important part isn't drowning your hands in cream. The important part is forming a thin layer that holds in your body's water. So whatever amount you were using before, it was probably too much. The best way to use lotion is to apply a very thin layer, less than your pinky finger picks up when you wipe it over the surface of the container. Rub that into your hands right after you wash and dry them, before they've completely finished drying. After I do that, I'll usually wipe my hands off with a pepper towel to remove any excess residue. This lotion gets into the cracks and sticks to your hands very well. You can gently wipe down your hands after applying the cream, and there's still enough to hold in your body's natural moisture. Just don't try to get your hands feeling "clean". If you remove 100% of the lotion and your hands feel like they've just been washed, that's bad. Because now there's no natural oils protecting your hands, and you've just removed the lotion that was supposed to protect your hands from drying out. You're right back to square one. Instead, of removing everything, your hands should feel like there's something coating them. It feels weird, but that layer of wax is what keeps your hands from drying out. If there's enough lotion that you can see white residue when you touch something, you're using way too much. Use less, and wipe off your hands after applying. Meanwhile, if you can't see your fingerprint on glass or metal after washing your hands and applying lotion, you probably don't have enough to keep your hands from drying out. Pictures coming soon.

I've tried many hand creams over the years, and O'Keeffe's Working Hands is one of the few that actually delivers noticeable results. My hands become extremely dry and cracked from frequent handwashing and daily activities, and this cream helped restore moisture within just a few days. It's thick and effective but absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy or sticky feeling. The 2-pack is especially convenient since I can keep one at home and one at work. Pros: -Provides fast relief for severely dry, cracked hands -Non-greasy formula absorbs quickly -Fragrance-free, making it suitable for sensitive skin -Long-lasting moisture with only a small amount needed -Great value with the 2-pack option Cons: -Texture can feel a bit thick when first applied -May require multiple applications for very severe cracking -Small container size if used frequently throughout the day Overall, this is an excellent hand cream that lives up to the hype. If you struggle with dry, rough hands, O'Keeffe's Working Hands is well worth trying and has become a staple in my skincare routine. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I cannot sing the praises of this hand cream enough. Usually around the end of September my eczema starts to flair up on my hand. It’s so bad my hands are like sandpaper. I have tried many products over the years and none have worked as well as this. This is high quality stuff. It’s thick, creamy, but not greasy. It melts into your skin with some rubbing. I wait after applying it as I want it to absorb well. It had a slightly odd smell after I first opened the container but that quickly disappeared. I don’t notice any fragrance now. It’s a little pricey but in line with all the other creams I considered. After using multiple times a day I and for several days several days, I have bearely made a dent in it. It seems like it will last for a while. My hands strongly recommthis product.

This is another excellent O’Keeffe’s product. My hands get so dry, especially in the winter, and this the best stuff I’ve found to combat my thumbs splitting from the dryness. Working Feet does the same for my feet. Great products!

My daughter bought this for me to address my cracking hands. The stuff is magic. Slits and sores heal practically overnight. I highly recommend

During my years working in an office I pampered my hands, but with early retirement that all went by the wayside. I was actually happy to get away from the tedium of weekly manicures. Unfortunately, I am very rough on my hands with housework, yard work and three dogs (constant hand washing) and neglect took its toll. I never really thought much about it until I went to visit my elderly father a year ago. While holding his hand, he commented that my hand felt rough. His skin was so fragile that it was very noticeable to him. I felt terrible and after that I tried to remember to use hand cream more often, but usually only remembered when my hands felt dry. And regular hand creams didn't seem to help much. So I was in a bit of a panic when going back for a visit a couple of months ago. I knew that I would be touching him a lot and his skin was even more fragile. I ordered Working Hands from Amazon and could tell a difference immediately. By the time of my visit, my hands were so soft and smooth- no roughness at all. Which is really all I cared about. I've tried to keep it up since I've been home. I don't use it every time I wash my hands, usually just a couple of times a day works just fine. But I definitely notice if I skip a day. This isn't a beauty product- it doesn't miraculously take away the results of working with your hands or make them look like a kid's. What it does is make your hands feel soft and smooth and moisturized. And the effect is long lasting, unlike most hand creams. I've listed the ingredients below. I'm sure the paraffin is an important ingredient for retaining moisture and creating a barrier for your skin, but my hands don't feel waxy at all. Just remember you don't need to use a lot- a little experimenting and you will find the perfect amount for you. Working Hands Ingredients: Water , Glycerin , Stearic Acid , Dimethicone , Ceteth-10 , Laureth-4 , Paraffin , Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose , Allantoin , Ammonium Hydroxide , Octyldodecyl Stearate , Diazolidinyl Urea , Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate , Acrylamide Copolymer , Acrylates , Boric Acid , Mineral Oil , Polysorbate 85

Amazing effect on my 71 year old hands!

Excellent product! Big help on my super dry hands and on my fingernails! That’s a big help!

I work as a contract delivery driver, delivering 800-900 parcels a week. My hands were getting trashed, dried out and cracking. It was super hard to keep them looking clean no matter how hard I scrubbed. Gloved didn't work out as smartphone usage was difficult, even with 'touch screen gloves'. The two photos I have added are 14 days apart, from when I recieved the product until now. I have been applying three times a day. Once in the morning before work, again after I have sorted and loaded all the days deliveries and finally after I get home from work and shower. Just amazed at how well it works. I've been using other 'products' before this but none seemed to have much effect. Is good. Do buy. Much improvement. To quote my girlfriend "OMG your hands are no longer made of sandpaper". Many win.

Ich habe wirklich schon fast alle Handcremes durchprobiert. Nivea, Neutrogena, olive handcreme oder selbst Melkfett haben alle nichts geholfen... zumindestens nicht langfristig! Nach dem ersten Händewaschen oder wenn ich nach draußen gegangen bin, hatte ich wieder trocken aussehende Hände und diese taten auch sehr weh, sind rissig und dadurch blutig geworden. Nach einer nicht endenden wollenden Suche bin ich auf dieses Produkt gestoßen und war anfangs super skeptisch. Doch die Suche ist hiermit beendet. Ich habe meine Handcreme gefunden und meine Hände sind innerhalb von 1-2 Wochen super weich und schön geworden. Ich habe das niemals erwartet und bin deshalb überglücklich, dass meine Hände bei der Kälte nicht mehr einreißen, sie nicht mehr von der Trockenheit weh tun und selbst nach mehrmaligen Händewaschen immer noch weich sind. Die Konsistenz der Creme ist erstmal gewöhnungsbedürftig. Sie ist nicht wie eine typische Creme weich und flüssig, sondern eher wie eine dicke weiße Salbe. Sie ist aber überhaupt nicht fettig und zieht schnell ein. Ich kann dieses Produkt wärmstens empfehlen!

works beautiful

Very effective

My hands were always dry until I started using this cream