How to Heal Dry Cracked Hands With Vinegar

Written by Moniece A. Robinson

27 July, 2017

Dry, cracked hands are a common condition that is easily corrected. When you wash you hands multiple times a day, handle harsh chemicals or expose your hands to cold weather conditions, your skin is easily robbed of moisture. Household vinegar has a number of practical uses, one of which is curing dry skin. It balances the pH of your skin and unclogs pores. Because of its cost effectiveness and versatility, vinegar is a smart and thrifty solution to ending severely dry skin.

Wash your hands to remove any topical dirt or debris, and pat dry with the towel. Treat any deep lesions or cuts with an antibiotic.

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Pour vinegar into a shallow dish or container 1. Add lavender oil to the vinegar and mix until it is well incorporated. Submerge your hands in vinegar solution and soak for about five minutes.

Remove your hands from the solution and dab your hands dry with the towel. Allow your hands should remain slightly damp. You may feel a slight tingle as the vinegar seeps into your pores and repairs dry skin.

Tips

If you are plagued with dry, cracked hands, soaking them in vinegar nightly can add moisture and softness. After the vinegar treatment, apply a lotion made to treat severely dry skin and wear cotton gloves to sleep. This will prevent the lotion from rubbing off of your hands as you sleep, and it will also help minimize the vinegar odor. You can also add 2 tablespoons of vinegar to your bath water to treat rough skin on other parts of your body. Vinegar is also good for treating oily skin, dermatitis and psoriasis. Vinegar can be applied to the face to soothe acne irritation and eliminate bacteria.

Warnings

After treating your hands with vinegar, avoid rubbing your eyes. Because vinegar in sores or cuts can create a burning sensation, treat injuries with antibiotics before and after the vinegar treatment.