Burt's Bees Hand Salve 85 G

I get extremely dry hands in the Winters, so bad that my cuticles will crack and bleed. I picked up a tin of this for some relief from a local drugstore, being unable to find my preferred remedy - bag balm. Folks, this stuff might work for beekeepers, but it's just not quite dairy farmer strength. While it did moisturize quite well, I found myself having to frequently re-apply this balm - an issue I don't have with my usual.

This hand salve is a true lifesaver and miracle worker for dry hands. I am working a lot with my hands doing yard work and woodwork and my hands are especially dry during the winter season. This hand salve is quite oily and because of it I use it mostly overnight but my hands are so much better in the morning. It speeds up the healing process. It smells nice and the tin packaging holds up well. Do your dry and cracked hands a favor and buy this! The price is great too! I have tried other products that are way more expensive but did not work as well.

Like the title, I love this product. I use it at work quite often and before I go to bed. Just recently my daughter started breaking out with what look like hives on her hands and we narrowed it down to this product causing it. Today I oiled up my hands, then I washed her hands gently after a meal and then her fingers exploded. I thought it was something else, so I washed her hands again, then it just went further up her to her wrists. I then realized it may be the oil, so I did a spot test on her forearm arm, and sure enough, it broke out too. I washed my hands, washed her hands, changed her clothes, washed her, washed my hands, bagged the lotion, washed my phone, washed my hands and some other common surfaces I touch. I’ll likely get my daughter in to an ... MoreLike the title, I love this product. I use it at work quite often and before I go to bed. Just recently my daughter started breaking out with what look like hives on her hands and we narrowed it down to this product causing it. Today I oiled up my hands, then I washed her hands gently after a meal and then her fingers exploded. I thought it was something else, so I washed her hands again, then it just went further up her to her wrists. I then realized it may be the oil, so I did a spot test on her forearm arm, and sure enough, it broke out too. I washed my hands, washed her hands, changed her clothes, washed her, washed my hands, bagged the lotion, washed my phone, washed my hands and some other common surfaces I touch. I’ll likely get my daughter in to an allergenist some time soon, but she’s still so little they probably won’t do any tests on her. Again, I really like this lotion, I would recommend it to most, but it’s clearly not for everyone. I also have never had a problem with the tin except when I drop something on it and the lid gets smashed down too low, that adds an unwelcome degree of difficulty.

I had heard good things about Burt’ Bees , and I tried this product in this past winter , when my hands skin were particularly dry. With soft texture , such a lovely scent ( lavender) , it actually soaked in pretty fast, leaves my hands feeling really soft,moisturized and cared . It’s great for nails and cuticles too. Love this …the size of the tin , handy for pockets and purse , perfect for taking on the go . I will definitely be repurchasing this product.

I keep this in my work locker at all times. It’s great for conditioning my cuticles. It is thick! But I love that cause it hydrates the hands. I also use it on my heels because they are also extremely dry, it does take a second to absorb because it is thick. I don’t find that it has a scent therefore it should work for even the most sensitive smells. Easy to place in your purse or any small bag. I sometimes keep one in the car as well and also good for travel.

I love the scent of this, always love anything lavender. And the scent lasts for a while. When you first got to use this you will have to break through the top layer. It’s a bit of a hard waxy layer on top. But once that’s done it’s a bit softer underneath. This feels greasy until it’s absorbed, which takes some time, about 5-10 to fully absorb. But once it does it leaves you hands soft and smooth. It’s very hydrating, and leaves a barrier on your hands. I prefer to use this at night because of how long it takes to absorb. But it’s definitely worth it. My hands have never felt better.

... a REAL skin saver....

I don't always wear protective gloves when working in the shop or in flower beds. The feel of rich 'dirt' feels good in my hands but also extracts the protective oils from my skin. Sound familiar? For over five (5) years, I've faithfully used Burt's Bees 'Hand Salve' to restore parched skin to normal. I keep a 3 oz. tin in the garage, another in the shop and a third in the garden shed....all within easy reach while working and after hours of in the muck. Dirt, hand tools, wind, water and other stuff just sucks the moisture from my skin. Burt's Bees Hand Salve is always there when it's most needed. Thanks!

Cyclists take note!!

I took a long cycling holiday in France this year with very little space for creams and moisturisers. So, I took one tin of this lovely hand salve which, up until now, I had only used on my hands. During the time I have been away this salve has served as face and body moisturiser, a balm for saddle sore, a lip balm and to keep my hair moisturised in the sun (disclaimer- I have very thick curly hair, so this probably be to heavy for usual hair types). After three weeks I still have some left and have had so many lovely compliments about my plump skin and shiny hair, I will continue to use the salve in this way. I almost forgot to mention one of the most amazing applications of the salve was in place of chain oil. When we ran out of chain grease, we dabbed a bit of ... MoreI took a long cycling holiday in France this year with very little space for creams and moisturisers. So, I took one tin of this lovely hand salve which, up until now, I had only used on my hands. During the time I have been away this salve has served as face and body moisturiser, a balm for saddle sore, a lip balm and to keep my hair moisturised in the sun (disclaimer- I have very thick curly hair, so this probably be to heavy for usual hair types). After three weeks I still have some left and have had so many lovely compliments about my plump skin and shiny hair, I will continue to use the salve in this way. I almost forgot to mention one of the most amazing applications of the salve was in place of chain oil. When we ran out of chain grease, we dabbed a bit of the salve on and it worked a charm! A fabulous all rounder.

I love it, but my daughter seems to be allergic

Like the title, I love this product. I use it at work quite often and before I go to bed. Just recently my daughter started breaking out with what look like hives on her hands and we narrowed it down to this product causing it. Today I oiled up my hands, then I washed her hands gently after a meal and then her fingers exploded. I thought it was something else, so I washed her hands again, then it just went further up her to her wrists. I then realized it may be the oil, so I did a spot test on her forearm arm, and sure enough, it broke out too. I washed my hands, washed her hands, changed her clothes, washed her, washed my hands, bagged the lotion, washed my phone, washed my hands and some other common surfaces I touch. I’ll likely get my daughter in to an ... MoreLike the title, I love this product. I use it at work quite often and before I go to bed. Just recently my daughter started breaking out with what look like hives on her hands and we narrowed it down to this product causing it. Today I oiled up my hands, then I washed her hands gently after a meal and then her fingers exploded. I thought it was something else, so I washed her hands again, then it just went further up her to her wrists. I then realized it may be the oil, so I did a spot test on her forearm arm, and sure enough, it broke out too. I washed my hands, washed her hands, changed her clothes, washed her, washed my hands, bagged the lotion, washed my phone, washed my hands and some other common surfaces I touch. I’ll likely get my daughter in to an allergenist some time soon, but she’s still so little they probably won’t do any tests on her. Again, I really like this lotion, I would recommend it to most, but it’s clearly not for everyone.I also have never had a problem with the tin except when I drop something on it and the lid gets smashed down too low, that adds an unwelcome degree of difficulty.

Soothing for dry cracked hands

I purchased a small tin of this which came along with a holiday flavor lip balm. It's a great scent, smells of oregano and rosemary. You have to really like herbaceous scents however, because the scent is very strong. It absorbs well into my hands which were in bad shape with peeling and fissures. It is also very soothing to painful dry skin.