tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2360852022436355740.post-18280681372316927942007-10-30T16:08:00.000-04:002007-10-30T16:22:35.418-04:002007-10-30T16:22:35.418-04:00Many 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.<br /><ul><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>Vaseline - It works the best, but is very messy. Works best if you put on cotton garden gloves.</li></ul>Chesterhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06862569264574495288noreply@blogger.com