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When to Use The Cream vs. The Cream RX (And How to Actually Apply Them)

When to Use The Cream vs. The Cream RX (And How to Actually Apply Them)

Greg Rivera

16.01.2026

Let’s keep this simple:

We didn’t build a massive product line.
We built two creams — because that’s all you need when they actually work.

One for daily protection. One for deeper healing.
Here’s how (and when) to use each one for the best results — without overthinking it.


🧴 The Cream — Your Daily Defense

This is the one you use during the day.

It’s lightweight, fast-absorbing, and doesn’t mess with your grip. That means you can apply it and get right back to work — no greasy palms, no sticky feeling, no downtime.

When to Use The Cream:

  • After washing your hands

  • Before or after a shift

  • Midday if your hands feel tight, dry, or stiff

  • Right before putting gloves on

How to Apply:

Use a small amount — a little goes a long way.
Rub it in until it disappears. That’s it.
You can keep it in your truck, tool bag, locker, or desk. Just use it when your skin needs a little backup.


🧴 The Cream RX — Serious Overnight Recovery

This one’s thicker, more concentrated, and made for serious damage — cracked knuckles, deep dryness, calluses that are about to split.

Think of it as your night shift in a jar — while you’re off the clock, it’s doing the repair work.

When to Use The Cream RX:

  • At night before bed

  • After a long day on the job

  • Post-gym or post-shower

  • Anytime your hands feel wrecked or start to peel or split

How to Apply:

Apply generously. Let it soak in.
If your hands are really messed up, throw on a light glove overnight — it locks the moisture in and speeds up healing while you sleep.


⚡ Pro Tip: Use Both

Most people end up using both:

  • The Cream during the day to defend against wear

  • The Cream RX at night to heal the deeper stuff

That one-two combo? Game changer.
You’ll feel it within a couple days — less tightness, fewer cracks, more control.


Built for Hands That Work

No fancy routines. No complicated steps. Just real hand care that fits your life and holds up to your job.

If you’re wondering how to treat dry, cracked hands from construction, welding, plumbing, styling, or just nonstop hand-washing — this is it.

Tough hands don’t have to be rough hands.


Cheers,
HH Team

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