Taking Care of Your Hands

Posted: April 13th, 2012

Our hands are a vital part of our body. We use them in almost everything we do from typing an email to driving a car. Because we use our hands so much, they are often neglected and can become dry very easily. It is very important that we take care of our hands. Many people have hands that are dry, cracked and have many wrinkles. This is because we expose our hands to many different chemicals and water every day. Washing your hands, although necessary, can dry them out. Also, when we do dishes or anything that involves our hands being wet for periods of time, it can dry the skin out quickly. Water can also affect our nails. When the nails are exposed to water, they swell and then shrink back as they dry. This can lead to brittle nails. There are some simple things you can do to keep your hands healthy and beautiful. First, make it a habit to wear rubber gloves when doing dishes or any cleaning around the house. Next, moisturize your hands frequently. Keep a little bottle of moisturizer with you at all times so you can keep your hands hydrated. Finally, go to the spa and indulge in hand treatments such as a paraffin dip or manicure on a regular basis to help keep your hands beautiful. If you are interested getting a paraffin dip or manicure, contact Space Coast Massage at 321-729-9000 to schedule an appointment.