This cult-favorite occlusive moisturizer is a permanent mainstay on my nightstand for how well it protects and nourishes the cracked, dry skin on my hands, face, lids, and lips.
Garshick previously recommended using an occlusive product such as Bag Balm for menopausal skin. “For any areas of dry, cracked skin, it can help to use a thicker cream or petrolatum-containing ointment to provide an occlusive barrier to lock moisture in and protect the skin from external irritants,” she said.
Bag Balm’s blend of lanolin and petrolatum makes this a home run, in my opinion.
Promising review: “Best overall product for scrapes, cracks in hands or feet, skin softening on humans or animals. No matter what the problem, it’s cleared up in 24 hrs. It’s a little sticky to spread and doesn’t smell that great, but it was originally for cows, so that’s understandable. I would never be without it.” —Julie
Get it from Amazon for $8.39+ (available in eight sizes and individually or in multi-packs).
