Can hand cream be lubricated?

Can hand cream be lubricated? This question reminds me of a joke: Why are girls’ hands always so slippery? Because they often use hand cream! Just kidding, hand cream is not for lubrication. Its main function is to keep hands moisturized and nourished, preventing dryness, cracks and roughness. Although the slippery feel sometimes makes us think that it has a lubricating effect, in fact, hand cream does not reduce friction or increase sliding properties like lubricant. So, if you are thinking about buying hand cream to replace lube, I advise you to give up on this idea.

Then you may ask, why do I often see people using hand cream to lubricate door locks or other objects that need lubrication? In fact, this is just a stopgap measure in emergency situations, not the original intention of hand cream. Hand creams usually contain ingredients such as oils and glycerin, which can help keep the skin moisturized and soft. In an emergency, if we don’t have the right lubricant, we can turn to hand cream as a temporary solution. But this is not its primary use, nor is it a substitute for professional lubricants.

Since hand cream cannot be used for lubrication, how should we choose and use good hand cream? We need to choose the right product according to our skin type. People with dry skin can choose hand creams that are more moisturizing and nutritious, while people with oily skin need to choose products with lighter texture and non-greasy texture. When using hand cream, we need to pay attention to the dosage and frequency. Generally speaking, it is enough to use hand cream twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening or adjust according to personal needs. If you are exposed to the sun for a long time outdoors or come into contact with irritating substances such as detergents, remember to moisturize at all times.

Although hand cream cannot help us lubricate objects or reduce friction, it plays an important role in keeping our hands healthy and beautiful. Choosing a hand cream that suits your skin type and using it in the right way will make your hands soft, delicate and free from dryness and roughness. Remember, hand cream is used to protect your hands, not to lubricate them!