Hand Creams That Really Work at iVillage UK

The new crop of handcreams don't just moisturise, they provide a wealth of other benefits, too. Jo Wheatley selects six of the best.

Minimise age spots
Elemis Intensive Hand Repair (£38.50 for 75ml) contains skin-lighteners to minimise age spots and sun damage. www.elemis.com
Brighten dull skin

Tesco Skin Wisdom Salon Professional Micro-Dermabrasion Hand Kit (£9.97), includes a Micro-dermabrasion hand treatment to exfoliate dull skin, a soothing balm, and an anti-ageing hand cream SPF15. Call 0800 505 555 for stockists.
Soothe damaged hands
Kirogel Hands and Feet (£15, 50ml) is a plant-based gel that helps combat chemical and environmental damage. www.yonka.com
Protect working hands
Atrixo Intensive Protection Cream (£4.75, 200ml) provides a barrier for hands when they're working hard. www.boots.com
Calm sensitive skin
Ahava Source Mineral Hand Cream (10.25,100ml) is hypoallergenic and leaves skin soft and supple. www.ahava.co.uk
Nourish dry skin
Tisserand Essential Oil Rich Hand & Nail Cream (£4.50, 75ml) contains oils like lavender and rose to protect and soften hands. www.tisserandshop.com
Smooth crepey skin
Nivea Hand Age Defying Q10 Plus (£4.25, 100ml) contains UV filters to fight ageing, plus co-enzyme Q10 and creatine to smooth skin. www.boots.com

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