LIFESTYLE|3 mins

Insider Secrets To Beautiful Hands

Scent Skin, Maintain Your Manicure & Protect Green Fingers

When it comes to Hand Care, we’ve been at the game for a while – since the 1980s in fact when we created one of Britain’s first luxury hand washes.  Despite being exposed to daily irritants, dirt and washing, our hands tend to be neglected in our skin care routine. So, whether you just want purely pampered palms, tips to make your manicure last longer or soothe hardworking green fingers, we’ve got the know-how – with help from some notable names.

Cleanse, Moisturise & Scent

If you know us already, it’ll be for our perfumed-powered rituals. ‘Our rich fragrance concentration is what sets our hand collection apart’, says Raj Gabbi, Head of Formulations. You’re guaranteed a lasting scent trail with our cleansing Fine Liquid Hand Wash and matching, nourishing Hand Lotion.

Shop Hand Care

‘‘One of the most effective things to do is to keep your hands moisturised. I would suggest using a nourishing hand cream and use cuticle oil at least once a day.’’

Juanita Huber-Millet, Founder and Creative Director of luxury nail salon, Townhouse

Enrich, Protect & Pamper

Top up on-the-move with our Hand Cream, enriched with moisturising shea butter and meadowfoam seed oil to prevent dryness. And for extra care, take along our Hand Sanitiser Gel, which kills 99.9% of bacteria and enveloped viruses.

But if you want to leave it to the pros, come see us in-store and we’ll treat you to our signature Hand & Arm Massage – a well-deserved pick-me-up at the end of a busy week. Find your nearest store here.

Tips For Long-Lasting Manicures

Juanita Huber-Millet, Founder and Creative Director of luxury British nail salon, Townhouse, shares her pearls of wisdom:

“One of the most effective things to do is to keep your hands moisturised. I would suggest using a nourishing hand cream and use cuticle oil at least once a day. Nails grow from the nail bed and looking after your cuticles means healthier nails as they grow out. This not only helps your nails grow, but it helps keep your skin hydrated, soft and supple, prolonging the life of your manicure!”

…And For Protecting Green Fingers

It’s gloves, gloves, gloves. Floral designer and gardener Hazel Gardiner Design advises wearing gloves with different thickness levels, ‘‘I have a thin pair for floral work, and a thicker, waterproof and prick resistant pair for more demanding outdoor tasks. Last winter I invested in a pair of high-quality, thermal, gloves which were a game changer.’’ And after the seeds have been sown, ‘‘nail brushes and hand creams are my staples, you’ll find them everywhere I am! I apply a rich layer of cream to my hands every night, also dabbing on cuticle oil for good measure. This process has become part of my soothing evening ritual.’’

Photo credit Ellie Walpole 2023

Hands-On Sustainability

Seeking a more conscious change to your Hand Care? Swap your plastic bottle with our glass version and bring an elegant touch to your sinkscape. Top up with our matching Refills to lower your plastic footprint by 63%.

Shop Refills

‘‘When outdoors, the elements can be punishing and extreme temperatures can really damage the surface of the skin. Last winter I invested in a pair of high-quality, thermal gloves which were a game changer.’’

Hazel Gardiner, Floral designer, gardener, broadcaster and founder of London floral studio, Hazel Gardiner Design

Photo credit Ellie Walpole 2023