Apply: Vegetable Shortening

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This thick, greasy kitchen staple is perfect to apply topically to dry, cracked skin to help it heal—here are some other home remedies for dry hands. Coat the affected area, cover with plastic wrap and secure with surgical tape. Try to leave the wrap on for 2-4 hours to let the moisturizer sink in. If possible, repeat daily until rash calms.