The O'Keeffe's website, which is also the same shade of neon green as the Working Hands tub, says the secret behind the hand cream's successful formula is a protective barrier. "The skin's natural barrier can be damaged, which leads to increased water loss that causes dry, cracked hands," says the site.

O'Keeffe's products have not been tested for comedogenicity for use on the face. We recommend using a separate non-comedogenic facial moisturizer formulated to be non-clogging to the pores. However, if you choose to use O'Keeffe's products on your face, we suggest testing a small area to determine desired results.

Don't worry, mild stinging of severely dry skin is normal. "When the skin barrier is disrupted, anything you apply to the hands may lead to some stinging, especially if the skin is dry and irritated," explains Dr. Zeichner.

Remember to completely tighten the lid after use, so the cream does not dry out. There is no way to fix the cream if the product has dried out. O'Keeffe's products have a shelf life of 3 years.

When pro basketball players need dry skin relief, but can't do their jobs with greasy hands, they use O'Keeffe's Working Hands.

O'Keeffe's Working Hands is a concentrated hand cream that heals, relieves and repairs extremely dry and cracked hands. This non-greasy and unscented formula replenishes the moisture levels in your skin and provides it with the protection it needs.

The thick consistency of hand cream has not been developed for the delicate skin on your face. It may even trigger breakouts of spots or blemishes. Moreover, there are various ingredients that you need to watch out for. Hand creams have lactic acid, which can irritate when exposed to delicate skin.

Over-application can lead to stickiness. Apply to hands as needed. Mild stinging of severely dry skin is normal, but discontinue use if it persists.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using the topical emollient and call your doctor if you have severe burning, stinging, redness, or irritation where the product was applied.

When used according to instructions, the product is safe and presents no immediate or long term health hazard.

(In the case of cooling lotions or other specific-use items, they probably won't work as well.) Sealed and unopened bottles should be good for three years. If, however, you notice changes in your moisturizer's smell or texture before the two- or three-year mark, toss it.

"Your skin gets dried out when you're using so much soap. You use soap so often - we shower after every practice, after every game, after we get out the hot tub -- that our skin is going to be dry, especially with a lot of weather changes, so it's important (to moisturize). That's just proper etiquette.