TikTok Made Me Buy It: The Chanel Hand Cream That Promotes Youthful-Looking Hands

In recent years, hand care has been top of mind, whether in response to increased hand washing or to simply keep them looking youthful. It has been said, after all, that the hands are one of the first body parts to show signs of aging. Think: loss of volume and elasticity, as well as age spots and cracked skin. In our search for the best salves, few lotions and treatments targeting les mains stand the test of time. However, Chanel’s hand cream has left a lasting impression.

As it’s often tucked away within the chic handbags of It girls, it’s no surprise that a cream with such a luxurious appeal keeps appearing on our TikTok feed. To be frank, I didn’t give the egg-shaped cream much thought at first—sure that Chanel’s take on hand cream wouldn’t be much different than others I’ve tested, despite users giving it their stamp of approval. (The hashtag #chanelhandcream has generated 2.3 million views on TikTok to date.) But as someone who has become quite the Chanel beauty lover—coveting its sleek compact mirror, creamy bronzer, vibrant nail polishes, and statement lipsticks—I knew it was time to finally add the cream to cart after discovering yet another convincing video.

Before I even opened the bottle, I was most impressed by the white ergonomic pod it’s housed in. Certainly très chic; I find myself throwing it into my everyday handbag without fail. Whenever I’m reapplying lotion on the go, I’ve found the endearing pebble to be a talking point amongst friends and colleagues—so much so, that I’m considering adding a few to my holiday shopping list as stocking stuffers.

Thankfully, the Chanel hand cream is as effective as it is elegant. Boasting a lightweight, yet rich texture, expect this moisturizer to hydrate hands sans a sticky, greasy residue. As it’s enriched with iris pallida and may rose wax, the cream promises to help protect the skin barrier and diminish the look of dark spots to reveal even-toned, balanced skin wherever it’s applied. Because of these benefits, it’s a worthwhile pickup for anyone looking to address the wrinkles, dryness, and discoloration you might associate with aging skin. Or, for a wrinkle-busting boost, try its Le Lift La Creme Main, which pairs botanical alfalfa concentrate and natural licorice to smooth away fine lines. With that, it’s safe to say my hands have never looked nor felt better.

Chanel Le Lift La Crème Main