Winner: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Intensive Moisturizing Hand Treatment, $15

This powerful moisturizer (shown) helps relieve severe conditions, such as dermatitis, eczema, and cracked skin, without causing irritation. “I put it on before bed and woke up with silky-smooth hands,” said one tester. “It even helped heal my tattered cuticles,” said another. Testers also liked the unique gel consistency and fast absorption.
Scent: Subtle.
Grease Factor: Low.
To Buy: www.macys.com.

Runner-Up: The Body Shop Vitamin E Hand & Nail Treatment, $12

With shea butter to soothe dry skin and panthenol to strengthen nails, this healing cream is still light enough for everyday use.
Scent: Subtle.
Grease Factor: Moderate.
To Buy: www.thebodyshop.com.