When you think of skincare, people often think about the face, and almost everything on the market – cleansers, moisturisers, lotions, and masks – is specifically made for it. Do you ever wonder why the face gets all the love when our hands are doing all the work? Our hands are also a deadly age giveaway as they are prone to wrinkles and fine lines. And let’s be honest, hand creams are simply not enough, especially when we’re always dousing our hands with hand sanitisers these days. We've rounded up the best hand masks on the market right now so you can give your hard-working hands a little TLC. You can even have it all delivered straight to your doorstep! So, get your shopping list ready and prepare to pamper your hands with these nourishing gloves at home. By Natalie Lam
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This well-known cosmetics giant needs no further introduction. Inspired by foil wraps used in salons, Dr Jart+ takes on hand masks with thermotherapy, which helps infuse ultra-moisturizing essences into your skin. Best of all, this warming hand mask not only cares for the delicate skin on your hands but also takes a further step in treating the often forgotten cuticles and nail beds as well.
Available for US$12 at fishpond.com.hk
Aveeno’s hand masks can rejuvenate your skin in no time. Known for its products made especially for sensitive skin, Aveeno’s products are gentle and suitable for all. The repairing cica hand mask is also designed to be non-drip, making sure that your hand will soak up every last bit of essence. Enriched with nourishing ingredients like shea butter and prebiotic oat, the mask will leave your hands visibly soft, smooth, and healthy-looking.
Available for $25.69/pack at iherb.com
Want to pamper your hands on a budget? Try Sephora’s hand mask collection. These come in five formulations, including rose, avocado, argan, aloe vera, and macadamia. From intensely moisturizing to antiaging, each of them offers a different skin-enhancing benefit. These affordable hand masks are also touchscreen-friendly, so you can continue tapping away on your phone while having them on – because god forbid we put down our phones for five minutes, right?
Available for $35/pack at Sephora
If you want to up your hand mask game, you have to try this glittery, golden beauty. Formulated with nourishing ingredients like avocado, argan oil, fresh cupuaçu, and murumuru butter, this thermal mask is the ultimate soothing treatment for your hands. Unlike your usual paper masks, this involves a few more steps. Simply place the mask in a bowl that’s big enough to sit both of your hands inside, pour in some hot water, and stir the mask around until the mixture thickens into a lotion-like consistency. Once the mixture isn’t too hot to handle, place your hands in the bowl to soak up this lushness for around 15 minutes. And there you have it – perfectly soft and supple skin.
Available for $58/20g at Lush Hong Kong
Any beauty product conversation wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Korean brands. K-beauty products are known for their dermal therapy treatments, and this moisturizing hand mask is no exception. These gloves can effectively hydrate any dry or cracked skin you may have with nine natural botanical extracts, such as olive, shea butter, and rose. Confine your hands to these once a week, around 15 to 20 minutes each, and you’ll be amazed by the results.
Available for US$16.99/pack at Elisir Premium Lab
Packed with shea butter and exfoliating agents like glycolic and lactic acids, this top-rated hand mask does more than just restoring moisture to your skin. They can also brighten your hands and reverse sun damage with a brightener called arbutin. Actually, the product name itself says it all. Who doesn’t love an age-defying mask that gives you forever-young looking hands? We do!
Available for $261/ four pcs at HKTVmall
Oh yes, another K-beauty hand mask. If fragrance is your thing, you’re going to love this one. Infused with violet flower extract, this mask provides ample moisture to your hands while emitting a sweet fragrance. Leave them on for 10 to 15 minutes, and you can literally feel the rejuvenating essences penetrate into your skin. It’s the perfect way to treat your hard-working hands after a long day. Flower power!
Available for $92.11/pack at fishpond.com.hk
Give your hands a plumping dose of hydration with these Japan-made hand masks. They come in 18 pairs per pack and are super easy to use. With just five minutes, these skin-relieving gloves are going to leave your hands silky smooth, rejuvenated, and toned up. Here’s a great tip for you – massage your hands after the treatment and rub the excess essence all over your body to make the most of it. And don’t forget to store the pack in the refrigerator or somewhere cool and dry once opened!
Available for $238 at HKTVmall
Finally, complete your home spa kit with these elegant-looking gloves. Loaded with a blend of plant extracts, shea butter, and vitamin E, these pampering hand masks can bring your chapped hands back to life within 15 to 20 minutes. Just sit back, relax, and let the magic happen. Plus, with adorable monstera leaf patterns printed all over it, this alluring hand mask definitely makes for a ‘gram-worthy bait.
Available for $84/pack at Mankind.com
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