Dry Skin From Gardening

A lot of people swear by Corn Huskers Lotion, which is basically glycerin, a humectant that draws moisture to the skin. When my hands get especially dry I use my paraffin bath. It moisturizes deep down.

i use "goop" (real name,swear to god)to get the dirt out,then vitamin e cream for the dryness.that stuff is incredible.my hands were as smooth as a baby's after using it.

These a brand that I think is Dove that has like Silk in the name, has a lavender container, it seems to work pretty well. I tried one of the water proof ones, hated the smell and the feeling. I find I hate the smells more than the way they feel so that was different. But this one is not a bad scent or feeling.

You know what works a treat AGB?You will probably laugh but if you apply LOTS of lotion and then put on a pair of gloves - the warmth helps the moisturiser seep into your skin and is really effective or at least it is for me! Have you tried putting on lotion or a barrier like Vaseline to protect your hands when you are gardening too? Just a couple of things that help me! xxx

I really have to suggest that you do get some gloves that will help the dryness some. For moisterizer Palmer Coco Butter lotion or some type of product that has Shea Butter in it. Depending on where you live if you Can Find Shea Butter in it's natural form then that would really be good. It's better that Coco Butter. It's really thick and you only have to use a little bit at a time. Try it and see.

Try Cornhuskers, it is really good or Neutrogena has a great one that Paul Harvey recommends.. According to Paul Harvey, "The Nordic fishermen use it to keep their skin soft.. Gotta believe old Paul, never known him to lie..

I think a lotion with vitamin E works best.. I hate the feeling of dry hands after I've been weeding or working in the dirt without gloves.. eek! but hate gloves more I guess.. I keep a pump bottle right on the bathroom sink.

what about petroleum jelly?? apply it after working your garden and of course you must wear gloves all the time...and also before retiring to bed apply it in your hands and wrapped it overnight..and if not working try using nivea cream/lotion maybe it helps its what we are using..

My mom and i use viva skin food cream for dry skin. But i don't think you can find it at America Grandpa bob. Vaseline we also have. Viva skin foot cream is powerful, but slipery when we put in on our legs.

I bought Burt's Bees Hand salve for my mom, and she liked it so much my dad started using it. He buys it now and he uses it for his hands and feet. He said it works wonders.

Yes, I have a few products that I absolutely LOVE Grandpa Bob (I use them for my feet because for some reason unknown to me they are so dry). Here are a few products that I use that actually work: A) Gardener's Hand Healer (1862 Baume Du Jardiner Pour Les Mains: Gardner's Hand Healer made in France sold at local Bath&Body Works). I'm not sure if they still sell it (I'm sure they do), but it's very good on your feet and I'm sure it would be good anywhere on the body. B) Gold Bond Body Lotion Triple Action Relief (It's in a Green bottle) C) JR Watkins Lemon Cream Shea Butter, you can purchase from jrwatkins.com I have also tried Vaseline Intensive Care & it's very good, too. Pablo

The only tip I can come up with is use vasoline at night and put those stretch gloves on and you will wake up with baby soft hands. I'm sure you won't go for this tip though, many don't like this suggestion, but it does work very well.

Hi GRANDPA BOB! I am using Eucerin, Dry Skin Therapy. I used it after I have used harsh detergents which leaves my skin super dry. Maybe it will work for you . It is good for sensitive skin. Take Care and God Bless! Happy Mylotting!

I would suggest vasiline and where gloves for a couple of hours this will help with the dryness alot, and chances are you already have it there in the house and do not have to spend anymore money. Good luck

I just use vaseline intensive care, then there is kerry lotion, maybe some lotion containing aloe vera, what about that stuff sarnex, I think it is called by I never used it. Oh even cocobutter might be good too.

Try something thicker--- like udder balm - my dad uses this for his dry hands... its for cows but people use it too- (not me though- lol)... I use a body butter for my hands-- it's thicker than lotion and seems to do the trick. I use it at work- When I first come in--- I also use Vaseline- water resistant or something like that- I have to put that on throughout the day though- Good luck finding something that works :)

Have you tried putting on Vaseline, not the lotion, on your hands before you garden? I too can't stand wearing gloves, but putting this on helps keep the dirt from drying out your hand too much and makes it easier to clean up..

I use Gold Bond Ultimate. It comes in a tube and can be bought in most big box stores and some grocery stores. Some have recommended Corn Huskers. The problem with Corn Huskers is that it is mostly glycerin. Glycerin draws moisture from the nearest source, which in many cases is your body, so in some instances it can dry your hands out even more. I think it may depend on the climate you live in and how humid the air is.

I'm an archaeologist so dry hands and blisters etc are a constant battle for me. One thing I've found that works really well is Helping Hands lotion from Lush or Handy Gurugu also by Lush. I apply after a bath/shower in the morning and my hands stay soft. If it's been a particularly tough day due to the soil types then I apply at bedtime too, but usually once a day is enough. And best of all its all natural and not tested on animals.