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Badly chapped hands, job requires lots hand washing and sanitizer use. every winter hands get this way. hurts so bad. i need some relief, ideas?
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Use...: Use moisturizing cream as many times as you can during this season and with the type of job you have. During the winter the skin can get dry and this can alleviate symptoms. You might also be having contact dermatitis with recurrent hand sanitizer use. You may try hydrocortisone over the counter and avoid exposure to this type of hand sanitizer.
Answered 1/14/2015
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Moisture: Try a regular moisturizer. Also at night apply moisturizer then wear rubber gloves. Will make the cream absorb better.
Answered 1/14/2015
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