Dry, itchy skin in winter? It's not just the animals.

Mucking out in the cold, towelling off muddy dogs, washing hands a dozen times a day. By December, plenty of us have hands that sting and skin that itches under every layer. Cold wind outside and central heating inside are a tough combination.

What helps:

• Turn the shower down a notch. Hot water feels lovely but strips skin's natural oils. Lukewarm is kinder.
• Pat dry, don't rub. Then moisturise within a few minutes, while skin is still slightly damp.
• Wear gloves. Warm ones outdoors, and rubber ones for the washing up and stable jobs.
• Keep it simple. Heavily perfumed soaps and creams can leave already dry skin feeling worse.
• Moisturise before bed. It gives a richer balm hours to soak in.

What we use

Skin Stuff started as the balm we made for our own cracked hands. Not only does it hydrate and nourish sry skin, it also helps to heal cracked and broken skin and even soothes that horrible stinging. It's natural, fragrance-free and gentle enough for the whole family. A little goes a long way. 

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