Application of olive oil will soothe and soften your dry hands. [Photo/ bloglino.com]
Washing dishes and cold weather can make your hands not only bleed but also crack.There is no need to visit a medic because of cracked hands. There are different ways you can treat your hands from the comfort of your home.Here are four natural ways to treat cracked handsVirgin Olive OilOlive oil contains powerful antioxidants and fatty acids. These two nutrients are good for the health of your skin. Application of olive oil will soothe and soften your dry hands. Start by cleaning your hands. Apply the olive oil and massage. Rinse the oil using lukewarm water. Repeat the process daily.MilkMilk boasts of soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. The use of milk heals different skin issues including dryness and itching. Begin by soaking a clean piece of cloth in a cup containing the cold milk. Apply the milk on the crack hands and massage them for 10 minutes. Wash off using lukewarm water. Do this daily.Rose Water and Lemon JuiceLemon and rose water has inflammatory properties. The two can change the appearance of your hands within days. An addition of milk will give you better results. Mix teaspoonfuls of lemon juice, milk and rose water. Rub the mixture on the areas with cracks and allow sitting for 10 minutes. Rinse using lukewarm waterGram Flour and Milk CreamMilk has lactic acid that helps in exfoliation. Gram flour is also a natural exfoliator. Combining the two will give you amazing results. Mix the gram flour and milk cream. Apply the paste to your hands and let it dry for 10 minutes. Rinse with cold water. Repeat twice per week.