Healing Dry Chapped Hands For Those With Sensitive Skin

Many people like myself are sensitive to the perfumes and chemicals found in many hand moisturizers. I remember the first time I tried to use my wife's Bath and Body hand cream. About 25 minutes after using it, I started to notice that my hands where starting to get puffy. An hour later I was in great pain and couldn't move my fingers. My hands had grown to twice their normal size. Luckily Benadryl helped stop the allergic reaction I was having. I no longer use commercial products to protect and heal my hands, but I still suffer from very dry skin in the winter. I have found several household items that work very well, and don't cause any reactions.

• Vegetable shortening - Works very well. It can be kinda slimy, so don't use too much. My dog won't leave me alone when I use it. She keeps trying to lick my hands.
• Baby Oil - Use just a little also, as you skin can't absorb too much of it. Be careful what brands you buy, as some do contain perfumes.
• Vaseline - It works the best, but is very messy. Works best if you put on cotton garden gloves.