Eucalan's Hydrating Hand Balm is a vegan hand balm in a 28 g (1 oz) tin, from the brand known for its wool wash. It's made with plant-derived oils and waxes, including coconut, jojoba and castor oils, carnauba and candelilla wax.
Dry or cracked skin catches on fine yarn and fabric, especially mohair, silk and laceweights. A balm keeps hands smoother, so working with yarn is more comfortable. It comes in Eucalyptus or Jasmine, both lightly scented with essential oils, or unscented.
The tin slips easily into a pocket or project bag, which makes it handy for knitters, crocheters and sewists, especially in fall and winter.
Good for
- Dry hands that snag fine yarn
- Keeping in a project bag
- Fall and winter crafting
- Elbows, heels and other dry spots
Using it
Apply a small amount to clean, dry hands and massage it in, paying attention to rough patches. Let it absorb fully before you pick up your yarn or fabric, so no oil transfers to light-colored work. Reapply as needed. Ingredients can vary by fragrance option, so check the tin for your chosen version if you have sensitivities.
Looking after it
Keep the lid on and store the tin away from heat, which can soften the balm. Use clean, dry fingers to take some out.
