With winter’s crisp air, biting wind, low humidity indoors, and heating systems blasting, many of us notice our skin paying the price. Chapped lips, dry cracked hands, and irritation become far too common. That’s where natural hand cream and lip balm come in — and Green Laurels has some beautiful natural options to help. Here are the big reasons why using them daily (or even multiple times a day) can really protect and soothe your skin — plus tips for choosing and applying the best ones.
The Cold Weather Skin Challenge
- Moisture loss & barrier damage: Cold air outside + dry heating indoors = your skin loses more water (think: transepidermal water loss). When the skin barrier is compromised, it becomes more prone to irritation, roughness, cracking, even redness.
- Wind & cold: Physical abrasion + low temperatures irritate sensitive skin (especially hands and lips).
- Frequent washing / sanitiser use: In winter, we still wash hands a lot; sanitiser + cold = extra dryness.
- Lower natural oil production: Skin often produces less natural oil in cold climates, so without external protection it can feel tight, flaky, or sore.
How Hand Cream Helps — Especially the Green Laurels Way
Green Laurels’ Unscented Moisturising Hand Cream – Deep Hydration & Protection is a great example of what to look for.
Here are the key benefits it offers:
- Deep moisturisation & nourishment: Ingredients like shea butter help restore softness and elasticity.
- Barrier support: The formula also includes coconut oil (which helps seal in hydration) and other botanical oils to strengthen the skin’s natural barrier.
- Quick absorption, non-greasy feel: Important when you still need to use your hands for work, typing, cooking etc. A cream that absorbs well avoids that “icky sticky” feeling. Green Laurels’ formula is praised for being silky smooth and not leaving greasy residue.
- Gentle for sensitive skin: The unscented version avoids essential oils or synthetic fragrance, which can trigger irritation. Calendula oil is included to soothe.
- Antioxidants & healing botanicals: Sea buckthorn oil, for instance, rich in vitamins, supports skin tone and helps with signs of drying or mild surface damage.
Why Lip Balm Is Equally Essential
Green Laurels also does a Natural Hydrating Lip Balm, which brings its own must-have benefits in cold weather.
Some quick highlights:
- Helps prevent chapping & cracking: Lips lack oil glands and are especially exposed to wind + cold + changes in humidity. A balm provides a protective layer.
- Hydration + emollience: The lip balm uses plant oils such as olive and coconut oils, plus soy wax, which help moisturise and seal in moisture.
- Vegan, cruelty-free & natural: For those with sensitive lips or allergies, natural formulas reduce the risk of irritation from artificial additives. Green Laurels’ lip balm ticks these boxes.
🌿 In Summary
As the colder months roll in, caring for your skin becomes more important than ever. Investing in a natural hand cream and lip balm can make all the difference between dry, cracked skin and soft, nourished comfort. By choosing eco-friendly, gentle formulas like those from Green Laurels, you’re not only protecting your hands and lips but also supporting a sustainable, skin-loving routine that lasts all winter long.