A £9.99 hand cream is winning over shoppers for rescuing cracked, sore palms. Created by former nurse Antonia Philp after a successful pitch on Dragons' Den, the brand Nursem was born when her hands began to bleed from washing them up to 60 times in a single shift.
Designed for Sensitive and Dry Skin
Her solution, the Nursem Caring Hand Cream Fragrance Free (available at Boots), is engineered specifically for delicate, dry, and eczema-prone skin. Developed alongside consultant dermatologists, the mild formula calms irritation while reinforcing the skin's natural barrier.
Despite its deeply nourishing qualities, the cream absorbs almost instantly, offering long-lasting moisture without leaving a heavy, sticky residue behind. Loved by medical professionals and everyday shoppers alike, it's an easy staple for keeping dry hands soft and comfortable year-round.
Founder's Mission and Customer Reviews
Founder Antonia Philp says: "We know how frustrating dry, sore and sensitive hands can be, especially when everyday activities can make symptoms worse. Our Caring Hand Cream Fragrance Free was developed to provide effective hydration and comfort without compromising on gentleness."
Plus, there's a bonus beyond moisturising hands. For every Nursem product sold, the brand gives an NHS healthcare professional a month's worth of free Nursem.
The Nursem Caring Hand Cream has had some great reviews from shoppers via Boots and Space NK. This person shared: "This product absorbs so quickly and so beautifully, making my hands feel really soft despite incessant handwashing on my end."
"I get very dry cuticles and struggle to find anything that works, but this really did. I like that it is fragrance-free, so I use this hand cream many times a day. I make sure that I have a tube of this cream around me everywhere."
Meanwhile, a second piped up: "This is the best hand cream on the market - deeply hydrating and moisturising and really feels like you're taking care of your hands. This is perfect for those with heavy duty jobs that require frequent hand washing."
However, one mixed review said: "This is a great hand cream that is highly moisturising, absorbs quickly and is not sticky. I chose the unfragranced version. But unfortunately the smell of the ingredients bothered me."
On a brighter note, this Nursem fan said: "This is a really excellent hand cream. It absorbs quickly, it genuinely improves dry skin (though I find you need to use a generous amount, which is fine as it absorbs so quickly) and isn't irritating to sensitive skin."
