Almond Oil Hand Wash and Lotion: A Daily Hand Care Routine
By Chemists and Perfumers since 1790 D R Harris London | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: Tips & Care
Build a simple daily hand care routine with D.R. Harris Almond Oil Hand Wash and Hand Lotion. Step-by-step order, drying tips, and common mistakes to avoid.
Quick answer
Wash with Almond Oil Hand Wash, pat your hands partially dry, then apply Almond Oil Hand Lotion while the skin is still slightly damp. Repeat after every wash and before bed for a simple routine that suits dry hands.
Why the wash-then-lotion order matters
The hand wash cleans and leaves the skin ready for moisture; the lotion then helps seal that moisture in. Applying lotion to bone-dry hands or before washing wastes product and leaves skin feeling tight again quickly. Keep the two steps together so the routine becomes automatic.
When to adjust the routine
In very cold weather or after frequent washing, you may need to apply lotion more often than after every wash. If your hands feel greasy after application, you are using too much lotion or not patting dry enough before applying. The 250ml pump dispensers are designed for easy, measured use at the sink.
Your daily hand care steps
- Wash with Almond Oil Hand Wash: Wet your hands, dispense one pump of hand wash, lather for at least 20 seconds, and rinse thoroughly. Common mistake: using hot water, which can strip moisture—use lukewarm water instead. Keep a pump at every sink you use regularly so you never skip the wash step.
- Pat dry, leaving hands slightly damp: Gently pat your hands with a clean towel, but leave them a little damp rather than completely dry. This helps the lotion spread evenly and lock in moisture. Avoid rubbing vigorously with a rough towel; patting protects the skin barrier.
- Apply Almond Oil Hand Lotion: Dispense one pump of lotion and massage it into the backs of your hands, palms, and between fingers. Common mistake: forgetting the backs of hands and cuticles, which dry out first. Use a smaller amount than you think—one pump is usually enough for both hands.
- Repeat after every wash and before bed: Make the wash-and-lotion pair a habit after each hand wash during the day, and apply a final layer of lotion before bedtime. If hands feel dry again within an hour, you may need a slightly thicker application at night. Keep a lotion pump next to your bed as a visual reminder for the nighttime step.
Product facts
- Almond Oil Hand Wash: Fragranced with the same Rose Geranium as the solid soap and presented in a 250ml pump dispenser. The pump makes it easy to use the right amount at the sink, and the familiar scent keeps the routine consistent with the rest of the Almond Oil range.
Almond Oil Hand Wash - Almond Oil Hand Lotion: Non-sticky lotion scented with rose geranium, cinnamon and clove, in a 250ml pump dispenser. The non-sticky finish means you can apply it during the day without waiting for your hands to dry before touching things.
Almond Oil Hand Lotion
