While I love the idea of trying all the trending skincare products I see on TikTok, my sensitive skin requires me to be extra cautious with what I use. On top of that, I’ve now had to face yearly eczema flare-ups on the backs of my hands when the weather turns colder, and all the handwashing only makes it worse.


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amazon.com, you’ll find rave reviews about this product. With my skin’s needs in mind, I’ve kept my skincare routine as simple as possible—no fragrances, thank you. Fortunately, there are a few brands I trust to deliver effective products without all the extra stuff. One of them is CeraVe, a favorite among readers, known for its
Therapeutic Hand Cream, which I now call my holy grail.
This product feels like a miracle, hiding in plain sight. It’s packed with ingredients that hydrate, calm, and protect, like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, dimethicone, and ceramides. Ceramides are responsible for 50% of the lipids in our skin barrier, and the three types included in this cream help restore and protect that barrier.
The Therapeutic Hand Cream is fragrance-free and carries the
National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance, which is given to products that meet rigorous testing and ingredient standards set by the NEA’s Scientific Oversight Committee, which includes dermatologists, allergists, and eczema specialists.
When I apply it during a flare-up, I immediately feel relief from the incessant itching. While I take medication for my eczema, I can’t say the cream alone cures it, but the soothing effect prevents me from scratching and making things worse.
I love the fast absorption and non-greasy feel, which many
reviewers agree with. I’ve tried Aquaphor, Vaseline, and several other ointments and lotions before I found CeraVe. The greasy residue left by those other products always bothered me, especially at night when itching is the worst. But this cream absorbs quickly, and I don’t have to worry about getting it on my sheets or pillow if I go straight to bed.
Plus, at 3 ounces per bottle, I can easily toss it in my bag when I travel without worrying about a separate travel-size container. Some
reviewers
even keep multiple bottles at hand—one at home, one in the car, one at work, etc. I used to purchase the three-pack on Amazon, which is no longer available, but you can still subscribe and save 5% for automatic deliveries every few weeks or months.
Below, check out some of the glowing 5-star reviews on Amazon or go ahead and add it to your cart right now.
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amazon.com, a reviewer shared:
“I’ve tried every hand lotion I could find, hoping it would work, but none of them performed as well as CeraVe Therapeutic Hand Cream. As a nurse, constant handwashing left my hands and fingers so sore. I developed painful cracks on my fingertips that made me want to cry. Who would think fingertip cracks could hurt so much? I tried cotton tape to cushion them, but that only lasted until I had to wash my hands again. I tried silicone finger guards, but they’d fall off and get lost, and gloves would pull them off. I even resorted to super glue, which oddly worked the best. After reading a review saying this was a miracle for dry, sore hands, I gave it a shot. After just one use, my hands and finger cracks started healing. After about seven days of nightly use, the cracks were almost gone. Thank you for making this product 👏” —JoDeeLPS
“I can’t believe I’m writing a review about lotion, but I think others might find it helpful. I was using Eucerin, and while it worked, it felt like a heavy film was left on my skin. It also took forever to dry after applying. This CeraVe absorbs into the skin immediately without any greasy feeling, nourishing deep within instead of leaving a slippery layer on top. This may be the best hand cream I’ve ever used, and the best part—there’s no scent!” —Happy Amazonian
“I’ve searched high and low for the perfect hand lotion, but never found one that really worked for me. Then I tried this lotion, and I love it. It sinks into your skin immediately without being greasy, and it’s unscented—no slimy feeling like some lotions leave behind. What really surprised me is that after washing my hands, it leaves a thin protective layer that helps after using soap and water, which I absolutely love. The tube is smaller than I expected, but I’ve set up a subscription. Lotion is a personal choice, and I’ve found mine!” —Sandi C.
“This is the hand cream you’ve been searching for. It’s light, doesn’t leave any sticky feeling, and has no scent at all. I keep a bottle on my desk at work, one in my purse, one at home, and another in my gym bag. My coworkers often seek me out to borrow some. It’s completely healed my cracked cuticles and dry heels. 5 stars!” —Kate
“I was skeptical at first because this hand cream is a bit thinner than what I’m used to, but it works wonders on my dry skin. It absorbs quickly and doesn’t leave a greasy residue. Best of all, unlike many creams I’ve tried, it doesn’t have an overpowering scent, so I’m never hesitant to use it. A+ in my book.” —Riverlizzie Reviews