Jan

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Gloves in a Bottle

Filed Under Health Products 

Gloves in a Bottle, 8 ouncesI recently had the opportunity to sample Gloves in a Bottle, a hand lotion designed to protect and help heal dry cracked skin. My hands dry and crack every winter due to dry indoor conditions, constant hand washing while taking care of young children, cooking and baking, cleaning, and tending my plants. I go through a lot of bandages and antibiotic ointment to heal the painful cracks that develop on my knuckles and at the corners of my fingernails, and I have tried virtually every hand lotion and cream that can be found at a local drugstore as well as other outlets (Avon, Caswell-Massey, Trader Joe’s brands, etc.), but nothing seems to provide long-term relief. I wear gloves for cleaning and changing diapers, which helps some, but I still deal with extremely dry, cracked, painful skin.

In December Michael suggested that I see a dermatologist to find out if there was anything I could do about this painful condition because it interferes with my daily routine, and I was planning to do it. Then I got an email from Amy at Mums the Wurd about this product she had reviewed and liked. I figured I had nothing to lose, so I agreed to test a sample and review it. My sample arrived in the mail a few days before Christmas, and I’ve been using it daily ever since.

Gloves in a Bottle uses dimethicone and other ingredients as a film-forming agent, which seals in moisture. It is not a protective ingredient, as in it does not protect your hands from chemical damage, etc. So even though the product has the word “gloves” in the name, you’ll still need to wear protective gloves if using harsh chemicals.

The product is not greasy or sticky, though I feel like there is a layer of something on my hands after rubbing it in. A small amount goes a long way, so I put just a 1 cm dot in my palm and that is enough. After a few days of using as recommended (every four hours), I could tell a difference. My hands were softer, even Michael said so, and the mildly cracked areas were improving. The lotion did not heal the bleeding cracks and I still had to use bandages on those, but overall I was pleased with the difference in my hands.

An 8 ounce bottle retails for US$12.95, which may seem pricey, but remember that you only need a very small amount each time. So far I have only found one store in my area that sells it, a quilt shop. Quilters and crafters have problem hands, too! I could not find it at any drugstores or discount stores. The company sells the product through their online store as well as through retailers and Amazon.com. Check out their locater to find a store near you.

The bottom line:

Pros: softened my hands and healed the mildly cracked areas

Cons: not widely available yet, but check their store locater

Sizes Available: 8 ounces, 1 gallon (I’ve heard about 2 ounce travel sizes, but haven’t seen any.)

Where to buy: Online or locate a store near you , Amazon.com

Company Website: www.glovesinabottle.com

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