Hand washing is one of the most effective ways to reduce the spread of infection. But for people with skin conditions, frequent washing can trigger skin damage and exacerbate symptoms. Even those of us with healthy skin may find that alcohol-based hand sanitisers and harsh soaps can dry out the hands, causing irritation.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/news-and-features/how-to-wash-your-hands-with-eczema-or-dry-skin