Ultimate Strength Hand Salve - Crème hydratante pour les mains

Worked for my eczema

I had a really bad eczema spot on my hand for around 6 months and no other lotions I tried helped at all. Bought this, been using it for about a month, and the spot is now gone. This lotion is not greasy, has a nice fresh scent and really works for eczema!

Dry hands, meet your match.

Kiehl’s Ultimate Strength Hand Salve is a powerhouse in a petite tube. This rich, balm-like hand cream delivers instant relief to dry, cracked skin — without leaving behind a greasy mess. It’s packed with skin-repairing ingredients like avocado oil, sesame oil, and shea butter, which sink in quickly to nourish deeply and create a “glove-like” barrier. The texture is thick and luxurious but still spreads easily, making even the tiniest amount go a long way. It's a go-to for colder months, constant hand-washing, or anyone who works with their hands a lot. And while it’s deeply hydrating, it doesn’t leave your palms feeling sticky — a rare win for heavy-duty creams. The scent is subtle and slightly medicinal (think clean, not perfumed), which makes it unisex and non-irritating. The mini size is ideal for travel or tossing in your bag — though you might wish you had the full size once you feel how effective it is. Pros: ✔️ Intense hydration for very dry hands ✔️ Absorbs quickly without residue ✔️ Subtle, non-overpowering scent ✔️ Great for on-the-go moisture Cons: ❌ Slightly pricey for a mini size ❌ May feel too thick for those who prefer lightweight lotions Verdict: This mini hand salve punches well above its weight. If your hands are crying out for serious care, especially in dry climates or post-sanitizer days, this one delivers comfort and protection in seconds. It’s a staple for anyone who treats hand cream as skincare — not just an afterthought.

Easy repurchase

I have severely dry eczema-prone hands. I purchased this for a road trip from TX to WA (wildly different climates) last winter and it kept my hands extremely nourished. A little goes a long way and you honestly don't have to reapply after 1 or 2 applications. Husband begged me to repurchase. 10/10!

Weird smell, not anything noteworthy for how $$$

The smell of this is the big negative for me. My husband said it smells like Thanksgiving stuffing and now I can’t not smell that. Maybe the rosemary? Too expensive for how effective it is too :(

The Best

This cream really works on chronically dry hands. Highly recommend.

Worth the money

Pretty much the best hand lotion in the world, I guess. If you don't mind a slightly medicinal smell, it's definitely going to help soften your skin.

favorite hand cream EVER

You know when you find a product that is so good that you don't feel that you ever need to buy anything different?! this is that hand cream. the super light eucalyptus scent makes it even better. I'm in love.

Keep your hand soft

This is a great product particularly in the winter months when hands can become painfully chapped.

My absolute favorite

A staple, nothing compares for keeping my hands moisturized. Clean scent is not overwhelming.

Hands not Dry anymore!!!

Minty powdery smell which I love , not powerful smell. At first I thought It leaves your hands a bit oily but a few minutes after It’s not oily anymore and your hand’s are

Not as thick and “salve” like as I would have expected. Also has a pine sap like scent that isn’t awful but I’m not a fan.

My go to hand cream

Best hand cream for the winter months - not oily and actually works to keep my hands from cracking.