10 best hand washes and sanitisers

Wheter you're looking for a new luxurious hand wash, or want to stock up on your sanitiser, we've got the products for you. To help we've put together our 10 best hand washes and sanitisers so you can clean and nourish your palms with ease.

1. Gatineau Vitamina Hand Cream 400ml

£46.00

Care for hard-working hands with Gatineau Vitamina Hand Cream. The rich and silky moisturiser helps to soothe dry and irritated skin and reduce the signs of ageing. Powered by a Double Collagen Complex, the serum-strength formula absorbs instantly without leaving behind a greasy residue, making it perfect to pump on and go! The cream also works to condition the nails and minimise the appearance of age spots for brighter and younger-looking hands. Expect softened, soothed and youthful results.

2. this works Stress Check Clean Hands Gel 500ml

£15.00

Maintain clean, hydrated hands with the this works Stress Check Clean Hands Gel. This moisturising formula helps to ensure that your hands are kept clean, boasting a 70% purifying Alcohol content and antibacterial properties. Added Hydrating Hyaluronic Acid acts as a humectant, drawing moisture to the skin to help combat the dryness that can occur with frequent sanitising and hand-washing. The super-blend complex of essential oils combines Lavender, Camomile and Neroli to help soothe the skin, combatting irritation.

3. Aesop Resurrection Hand Cleanser and Balm Duet

£103.00

The Aesop Resurrection Hand Cleanser and Balm Duet combines a duo of complementary hand treatments to efficiently clean and lovingly moisturise. Featuring an uplifting citrus aroma, the hand wash and balm are enriched with powerful natural extracts that leave skin feeling intensely hydrated and sumptuously smooth. An ideal treatment for hard working, labour intensive hands that need a break.

4. Sanctuary Spa Antibacterial Hand Gel Spray 100ml

£5.00

Keep your palms clean and safe with the Sanctuary Spa Antibacterial Hand Gel Spray. Unlike conventional hand sanitisers, this formula is moisturising and deliciously scented, bringing you the best of both worlds. With an easy spray applicator and no-rinse formula, it's effortless to apply the gel without having to touch or contaminate other surfaces. Proven to kill up to 99.99% of bacteria and infused with 70% alcohol content, this foolproof formula will keep your hands sanitised and safe, free from germs.

5. Merci Handy Hand Cleansing Gel 30ml (Various Fragrance))

Gently sanitising your hands to leave them beautifully smooth and soft, with the fragrant Merci Handy Hand Cleansing Gel. Available in a range of delicious scents, the gel is infused with 62% alcohol to help banish bacteria. These are an effective way of cleansing with a playful twist!

6. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Soothing Hand Cream 50ml

RRP: ~~£9.00~~Current price: £6.30

The La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Soothing Hand Cream is an effective barrier cream that coats your fingers and palms in an invisible glove of protection. Ideal for using on hardworking hands that are regularly exposed to environmental aggressors, the hand cream helps to soothe your skin for a refreshed, comfortable finish. Containing 4% Niacinamide and 30% Glycerine, the hand cream works to soften your skin, banishing dryness for a silky feel that appears less irritated. It absorbs quickly thanks to its light texture and never leaves behind oily or sticky traces, giving you the ultimate natural end result!

7. Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 5% Urea Hand Cream 75ml

£9.00

Transform tired, hard-working hands with the Dry Skin Intensive Hand Cream from Eucerin. Its unique formula is enriched with natural skin compound Urea to instantly hydrate cracked, irritated skin and remove dead skin cells for a smoother texture.The fast-absorbing cream contains lactate to soothe dryness and discomfort and effectively relieve skin damaged by exposure to cold weather, soaps, water and other chemicals. Experience supple, silky soft hands that are full of moisture.

8. Molton Brown Coastal Cypress and Sea Fennel Fine Liquid Hand Wash 300ml

RRP: ~~£22.00~~Current price: £17.60

Discover the luxurious Molton Brown Coastal Cypress & Sea Fennel Fine Liquid Hand Wash; an invigorating formula with a marine-inspired fragrance to refresh your hand cleansing routine. Evoking the spray of ocean waves against a rugged coastline, the rich wash blends notes of Australian Sea Fennel and salted Cypress with aromatic Cardamom and Cedarwood to revitalise the skin and senses. Hands feel soft and supple with a lasting scent.

9. ESPA No Rinse Hand Cleanser Trio (Worth £18.00)

£15.00

When it comes to cleansing you can never get enough! This set brings you the No Rinse Hand Cleanser Trio, a collection of three of ESPA’s wonderfully scented hand sanitisers, offering a quick refresh without any of the hassle. Quickly absorbed by the skin, the gel dries almost instantly, so there’s no need to rinse. Charged by a botanical blend of essential oils, the gel cleans skin without drying it out. The floral bouquet of Bergamot and Jasmine leaves the skin delicately scented as well as beautifully cleansed.

Ellie Taylor Writer and expert

As a beauty fanatic I'm always on the lookout to try and experiment with new products! I’ve been writing about everything beauty for over 3 years and specialise in skincare so have plenty of tips and tricks to help put blemishes at bay and get your complexion glowing. Whilst being a content writer at LOOKFANTASTIC I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with incredible brands including Tom Ford, Dolce & Gabbana and La Mer, taking my understanding of the industry to the next level. In the past I’ve been a freelance makeup artist and have collaborated with brands including NYX and Revolution Beauty on a personal level, sharing my makeup creations for the world to see. My ride or die brands have to be PIXI, Laura Mercier and Bobbi Brown and I can’t live without my trusty MAC Velvet Teddy!

10 best hand washes and sanitisers

1. Gatineau Vitamina Hand Cream 400ml

2. this works Stress Check Clean Hands Gel 500ml

3. Aesop Resurrection Hand Cleanser and Balm Duet

4. Sanctuary Spa Antibacterial Hand Gel Spray 100ml

5. Merci Handy Hand Cleansing Gel 30ml (Various Fragrance))

6. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Soothing Hand Cream 50ml

7. Eucerin UreaRepair Plus 5% Urea Hand Cream 75ml

8. Molton Brown Coastal Cypress and Sea Fennel Fine Liquid Hand Wash 300ml

9. ESPA No Rinse Hand Cleanser Trio (Worth £18.00)

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