Attention grabbing color choices and sleek packaging aside, the Hand Chemistry brand is one of my most appreciated summer discoveries thus far. Part of the DECIEM brand umbrella (as is their other winner, FOUNTAIN, about which I wrote recently), this Canadian gem delivers some impressive body care solutions. Since one can never have too many hand creams and because philosophy just phased out my staple foot cream (#GirlBye!), the Hand Chemistry and Heel Chemistry tubes have found a perfect home!
Focused on addressing the lack of moisture and extreme dryness in the hands and feet, the very edited Hand Chemistry lineup also includes a couple of all over firming and hydrating formulas. My current favorites, however, simple in concept and so well executed, stand out as some of the best moisturizers you need on your nightstand immediately. Summer can be brutal on your hands and feet and since you can’t hide either, these topical creams are pretty much non-negotiable. Your move.
If you have dry, itchy skin that feels borderline uncomfortable, pick up the Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate in a blue tube. Clearish, gelish, and freshly scented, it glides on the skin and absorbs almost immediately. It only leaves behind a cushiony feeling and trust me, you can scroll or left-swipe on any device or read an actual book without a greasy stain anywhere. Composed of 24% active ingredients, the Concentrate is powered by Hyaluronic Acid combined with marine and plant extracts.
Those who need some skin plumping and firming benefits will love the Intense Youth Complex in a pink tube. Creamier and sweeter in scent, this lush treat sinks in within seconds and is my new on-the-go must have. Daytime friendly, I find it completely non-reactive with my MacBook keyboard or the steering wheel. With 19.5% of active botanicals responsible for tightening, brightening, and moisturizing, this wonder of a hand cream is UK’s bestseller at Boots for a very good reason.
Saving the best for last, Heel Chemistry is without a doubt the most exciting addition to my beauty stash. Light in texture, it glides on dry, rough patches and provides instant relief and lasting hydration. Best part? I can zoom around in my Havaians within seconds without slipping or tripping. Crisp and refreshing, it is minty and eucalyptus-y, which feels soothing and cooling on your feet. With 19.5% Antarctic Marine Complex, this rich treatment also contains a biotechnological derivative of a mushroom that binds 400 times more moisture than Hyaluronic Acid. Take it from someone who lives in flip-flops, this is a seriously impressive foot cream.
- Intense Youth Complex $19.99 – 100ml
- Extreme Hydration Complex $19.99 – 100ml
- Heel Hydrating Complex $13.99 – 100ml
Available at Target.com, CVS.com, BeautyBar.com and Amazon.
I saw this at CVS once and laughed. I can buy Whole Foods brand hand cream with argan that’s only nine dollars. It’s made the exact same way as L’occittane is in France. This hand therapy garbage is just water and silicones.