Not so softly, softly (Imperial Leather Softly Softly Handwash)

Member Name: rachelew

Product:	Imperial Leather Softly Softly Handwash
Date:	09/06/09 (15 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Smells nice, recyclable packaging

Disadvantages: Isn't as moisturising as it claims

We seem to get through hand wash like it is going out of fashion in our house...at least it proves we wash our hands I suppose!

I have dry skin, and have suffered with dermatitis on my hands so I need something moisturising. I usually buy Dove handwash, but I saw this Imperial Leather Softly Softly handwash on offer for just £1.00 for a 300ml bottle in my local pound store. It claimed to be moisturising so ever on the look out for a bargain I though I'd give it a go. After all, Imperial Leather is a trusted name. I'm not sure what the normal retail price is, but I've done a bit of research and it seems it can be up to around the £1.80 mark. The pump action dispenser is fully recyclable.

The hand wash contains jojoba milk and vitamin E, both moisturising and caring for the skin. it has a skin friendly pH, is 100% soap free and is dermatologically tested. It also claims to be mild enough for the whole family to use. It smells nice and the opaque white handwash feels quite creamy.

Unfortunately, I don't find this hand wash to be particularly kind to my skin or moisturising. My hands have become quite dry and my dermatitis has flared up since using it. I do have particularly dry skin though, so it may be OK for you if your skin is normal.

Summary: Huggable Snuggable Skin??? not for me.