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This formula supports the skin barrier, keeps you hydrated, and will help with the appearance of fine lines. This is all thanks to the innovative blend of antioxidants, lipids, and biotic ingredients. It contains biotech pre and postbiotics at effective concentrations shown to improve skin firmness, help with wrinkle prevention and reduction, as well as support epidermis framework regeneration. That’s not all: It contains the wrinkle-reducing coenzyme Q10 for antioxidant support, and a robust assortment of plant-based extracts for extra skin-support nutrients. I’d be remiss not to highlight the addition-worthy texture: This whipped-thick hand cream that is the perfect balance between dense and non-greasy.

What users say:

This is by far the best hand cream I’ve ever tried, as well as the one I use in my own life. I’m not the only fan: Board-certified dermatologist and mbg collective member Whitney Bowe, M.D. loves the barrier-supporting formula: “We need microbiome supportive skincare for our hands today more than ever to restore our skin barrier.” In addition, users rave about the texture: “It absorbs quickly and completely, leaving no stickiness behind,” writes one; “Softness in a tube!” writes another.

For a simple, skin-quenching option, this blend delivers a meaningful concentration of colloidal oatmeal and sweet almond oil to help soothe even the driest of skin conditions, eczema. Colloidal oatmeal is a derm-recommended ingredient that helps sensitive skin and sweet almond oil delivers hydrating lipids. In addition, the blend also contains humectants, botanical oils, and antioxidants. 

What users say:

A fabulous option if dryness, sensitivity, and cracks are your primary concern—I’ve used this and can attest that the thick, creamy formula is deeply hydrating. As one reviewer said: “this keeps me so moisturized.”

Retinol is the gold-standard for aging skin. Tons of research shows it can improve collagen production, increase cell turnover, help ease fine lines, fade dark spots, and more. However, it is a very powerful ingredient—so this option is buffered with 1% colloidal oat, alongside the 0.5% pure retinol. Keep the stunning jar on your nightstand, apply a layer prior to bed, and let the formula work its magic overnight. 

What users say:

This has become a favorite of mbg beauty editor Jamie Schneider, who wrote: “This refillable Overnight Repair Treatment is just as chic as it is moisturizing, with retinol, colloidal oatmeal, lactic acid, allantoin, and panthenol to make your paws feel soft as butter and prevent signs of aging over time, like sun spots and fine lines.”

Giving someone the “best smelling” category can be tricky: what smells great to me may not be your particular scent profile. Fragrance is a very personal endeavor, after all. However, what I can say with certainty is this multi-use hand and body butter that is a joy to use—and comes in 5 subtle fragrances that are sure to delight. The best part about the scented offerings: They use natural, functional fragrance ingredients that offer additional benefits while they perfume the product, such as honey, lavender, and blue chamomile. The base is a blend of antioxidant-rich shea butter, baobab oil, and jojoba oil to support overall skin health and hydration. 

What users say

Scent is entirely personal, but the subtle aromatic fragrance and hydrating base wow this user: “I love this hand butter! So luxurious and dreamy! it smells absolutely amazing.”

When a lotion won’t cut it, reach for this classic, all-natural balmy salve. The brand’s long-time favorite product is recommended for rough, cracked, overworked hands. Apply a generous layer before bed for an overnight treatment—or even apply a layer prior to working to act as a protective buffer (like say, when working outdoors, gardening, cleaning, etcetera.) 

What users say:

As one user raves: “I have used it on my dry hands and nails and it is truly a great product. I use it on cuts to heal with less scarring. Working on a ranch is hard on the body and this product makes me feel like I am doing something good for my dry skin.” 

Packed with loads of natural ingredients, it’s no wonder this formula has earned itself cult status. The base is beeswax, sweet almond, and other plant-based oils, but then it’s infused with several essential oils known to help support aging skin—such as calendula, rosemary, and chamomile. 

What users say:

A cream that’s earned a 4.6 out of 5 from over 22K reviewers on Amazon, must be worth checking out, no? As one user wrote, “I was skeptical, at first, but nightly applications at bedtime have really improved the dryness of my hands. This works!”

Soothe and protect the delicate area with this SPF infused hand cream. Sun care is one of the most vital things you can do for your skin in terms of preventative aging (UV damage accounts for some 80% of aging skin). So it’s important to apply SPF prior to spending time in the sun. This mineral formula makes it easy and enjoyable, thanks to the effortless texture and emollient-rich formula.  

What users say:

Hand sunscreens are great to keep on you, so you can reapply when needed. As one user says: “Feels good, moisturizing, and protective. I won’t leave home without it.”

If you prioritize organic ingredients whenever possible, this hand cream uses certified organic sesame seed oil and manjistha oil. It also contains several all-natural, skin-supporting ingredients such as aloe, sweet almond oil, and vitamin E. It’s also topped with a rare, very unique type of rose from Pushkar, India to add a floral scent and additional antioxidant benefits.

What user say:

This hand cream feels like a total luxury, users note: “If I could keep only one lotion with me forever, it would be this sacred rose hand cream. It’s literally so beautifully made and the aroma is irreplaceable.”