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It’s a common misconception that dry skin and hands are limited to the colder months. While the lack of moisture in the air during winter is often attributed to flaking and dehydrated skin, in summer, the likes of air conditioning, sun exposure, frequent handwashing – especially for those who work in healthcare and hospitality – and activities like swimming and gardening can cause dryness, flakiness, and even painful cracking.
Which is why having a decent hand cream to, well, hand is pretty essential. With so many different options on the market, though, it can be quite overwhelming to know which product to go for. But skincare fans are praising a hand cream from brand Nursem, which was created by a nurse, for delivering ‘instant’ soothing and moisture to ‘very dry skin’. And it’s just launched at Boots.
Costing £9.99, the Nursem Caring Hand Cream Fragrance Free – With Manuka Honey NPA+15 has been expertly developed by an NHS paediatric nurse who suffered severe contact dermatitis themselves from relentless hand washing on hospital wards. Tested on nurses – who will wash their hands over 50 times a day – the hand cream is ideal for those with ultra sensitive skin, thanks to its fragrance free formula.
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But that’s not all. For a limited time (until July 28), Boots shoppers can get 25% off the product by entering the code NURSEM25 at the checkout. This brings the price of this ‘excellent’ handcream, which featured on Dragon’s Den, to £7.49 – although this does not include delivery charge, which as standard is £3.95.
Boasting is fast-absorbing and non-greasy formula, the hand cream is made with medical grade Manuka Honey NPA+15 and White Willow Extra, which aids in soothing redness and irritation. Meanwhile, Passionflower, Pomegranate and Grape Seed Oils high in Omega’s 3, 5, 6 and 9 help moisturise dry and damaged skin barriers. Plus, the tube of hand cream comes free from mineral oils, silicone or petrolatum and is built to be fragrance free (scented products can sometimes disrupt the skin barrier).
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The Nursem Caring Hand Cream Fragrance Free With Manuka Honey NPA+15 is now available at Boots.
For alleviating dryness and discomfort in future, the hand cream is finished with Allantoin and Pro Vitamin B5. The cream is suitable for all skin types, from those who suffer from eczema, dermatitis, sensitive skin and more (conditions that are reportedly on the rise across all age groups, the brand notes). It’s recommended to apply immediately after hand washing or sanitising for best results.
Consultant dermatologist approved, a lovely aspect of this hand cream is that, as Boots reports, ‘For every Nursem product sold, we give a month’s worth of free Nursem to an NHS healthcare professional’, which is a lovely initiative.
If this particular formula hasn’t been a good fit for your skin, there are a range of other hand creams that have accrued some high praise from those who suffer from dry complexions and hands. For example, CeraVe’s Soothing and Repairing Hand Cream, £8, is enriched with three ceramides and Hyaluronic Acid and works to strengthen the protective skin barrier and provide lasting hydration.
Meanwhile, Aveeno’s Daily Moisturising Hand Cream is currently on sale at Amazon for £4.07 down from £5.49 and is a highly popular choice that is formulated with nourishing oat to reinforce the skin’s natural protective barrier.
View 2 ImagesBefore and after results using the hand cream(Image: Nursem)
Although it’s clear that the Nursem Caring Hand Cream Fragrance Free – With Manuka Honey NPA+15 is a hit with those who suffer from a range of skin conditions, with Boots showcasing a perfect five star score. One glowing review of the cream read: “This is fragrance free and gentle to the skin. I have extremely dry skin and need hand cream consistently. It does not make hands greasy but well moisturised.”
Another concurred: “Nursem Caring Hand Cream is rich yet fast-absorbing, leaving hands instantly soothed and protected without greasiness. The unfragranced formula is perfect for sensitive skin and frequent use, especially for healthcare or dry environments. It restores softness and resilience, delivering long-lasting comfort. A thoughtful, effective hand care essential.”
Someone else remarked: “Honestly the best hand cream I’ve ever used, left my hands feeling so silky soft, will definitely be a repeat buyer.”
Despite the overwhelming array of positive comments, some shoppers on the likes of SpaceNK have shared a few drawbacks experienced with the cream. One four star review shared: “My hands are always very dry and cracked in the winter so after reading lots of reviews I tried this. I did like it and hands felt noticeably softer, the only reason for 4 stars is I didn’t love the texture. It left my hands feeling quite tacky after applying so I’ll just be using it overnight in future.”
That said, the Nursem Caring Hand Cream Fragrance Free – With Manuka Honey NPA+15 has been a hit with most dry skin sufferers, with one person hailing it a ‘holy grail hand cream’, leaving a glistening review that read: “I generally hate the feeling of thick/greasy products on my skin, and especially hand cream. However, this product absorbs so quickly and so beautifully making my hands feel buttery soft despite incessant handwashing on my end.”
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They added how the original fragranced product irritated their extra dry skin oftentimes, but said: “This fragrance free option however has never caused me any such issues. I have this cream around me everywhere! Handbag, in the living room, by my bed, at my desk at work. I cannot go anywhere without it, and with how quickly the product absorbs I’m always reaching for it to keep my hands happy and moisturised.”
The Nursem Caring Hand Cream Fragrance Free – With Manuka Honey NPA+15 has launched at Boots.