Suffering from dry or cracked hands?

The problem tends to worsen in the cold weather, so it’s not uncommon for your palms and fingers to feel sore during winter.

If this is the case for you, there’s no need to fret.

There are plenty of products on the market that claim to target the problem.

And one of the most raved-about ointments is O'Keeffe's Working Hands Hand Cream.

The lotion, which is currently being sold on Amazon for £4.90, has thousands of positive reviews.

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This is likely to be because of its moisturising formula.

The Work Hands cream contains a high concentration of glycerine.

It is said to “protect skin from further water loss” while also “drawing more moisture into the skin”.

Unlike some other products on the market, it doesn’t have a strong scent.

The product description advises slathering the lotion on your hands “after hand washing and at bedtime”.

This apparently creates a “difference you feel within days” – and thousands of shoppers agree.

The product has been reviewed by more than 3,300 customers on Amazon.

And on average, shoppers gave it a 4.7 out of 5 rating.

One commenter remarked: “My hands were so cracked and painful.

“This is the best cream I have ever used. Not greasy, quickly absorbed, smells nice – brilliant stuff.

“I’ve been putting it on at night before bed and well, I just can’t say how much it’s improved my skin. 100% recommend this cream.”

Another gushed: “This should be called a miracle cream.

“After months of suffering with really bad and painful cracked hands and fingers, the change in my hands is amazing.

"The deep cracks are closing up and are no longer sore and my hands feel lovely and soft. Amazing product.”

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Only 2% of Amazon reviewers gave the product a one star rating.

The main criticism is that it can leave a “sticky residue” or “greasy” on the hands.

So if you’re someone who likes their hand cream to sink in quickly, the product may not be for you.

If you’re concerned about your hands being dry or cracked, visit the NHS for advice or visit your GP.

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