Hydrating vs. Drying Sanitizers: What to Look For in Skincare-First Hand Care

Not all sanitizers are created equal — and your skin knows it. Traditional alcohol-based gels often leave hands tight, flaky, or uncomfortable, stripping away essential moisture in the process. But a new category has emerged: hydrating, skincare-first hand sanitizers that cleanse and nourish.

So what makes the difference?

1. Look for hydrating ingredients

Humectants, emollients, and restorative skincare ingredients help balance the effects of alcohol. A moisturizing hand sanitizer should leave hands soft, not sticky or tight.

3. Serum-powered formula

Our Hand Sanitizer + Serum™ formula is specifically designed to hydrate while cleansing, delivering a luxurious glide and a smooth finish.

4. Consider your skin barrier on your hand

Hands age quickly, and dryness accelerates that aging. A sanitizing step that supports the barrier — instead of stripping it — is essential for long-term hand care.

If your sanitizer leaves you reaching for hand cream immediately, it’s not doing its job. Skincare-first sanitizers, especially hand sanitizer with serum benefits, change the entire experience and help your skin stay soft and healthy throughout the day.