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11 of the best hand washes to upgrade your sink with

From charitable, to boujee...

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Admittedly, hand washes aren't the most exciting of beauty purchases and that's no shade to anyone that has a thing for soap. But there are ways you can upgrade your bathroom sink, whilst still caring for both your hands and others.

Nursem is a brand that for every purchase made, donates hand washes and creams to nurses and midwifes who quite frankly, desperately need it. Whilst Beco is on a mission to help disabled people gain employment. Which is why their work force is made up of 80% disabled people.

If you're feeling more on the boujee side, there's the cult favourite Aesop Resurrection Hand Wash, which even without subway tiles will make your kitchen sink that much chicer. Plus you can always refill the bottle once you're done with it...

Not to mention haircare brand Oribe's venture into the world of hand care with their Cote d'Azur Revitalizing Wash and yes, it does smell as good as their shampoo.

Whether your hands are dry and in desperate need of some exfoliation (Cowshed's Exfoliating Wash will do the trick), or whether you just want something to make your guests feel fancy (Jo Malone's Wood Sage and Sea Salt will definitely do that) we have got you covered.

So, before you scour the Internet looking for a hand wash, scroll through our edit of the very best and think of us when you post your next shelfie.

You're welcome, now wash your hands.

1

Nursem Caring Hand Wash

Caring Hand Wash

If you want to give back you can't go wrong with Nursem. For every hand wash or cream you buy, they donate a month's worth to nurses and midwifes.

2

Beco Hand Wash Honey Blossom

Hand Wash Honey Blossom
Now 25% Off
Credit: Beco

Beco is more than just soap, their workforce is made up of 80% disabled people who otherwise struggle to gain employment.  

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3

Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash

Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash
Credit: Aesop

The most iconic hand wash there ever was and is guaranteed to be spotted in the background of every celebrity home tour. But it's not just aesthetically pleasing, it smells incredible. 

4

The Body Shop Spa of the World™ Balkan Juniper Hand Wash

Spa of the World™ Balkan Juniper Hand Wash
Now 56% Off
Credit: The Body Shop

Boujee on a budget? The Body Shop's Spa of the World range will do just that. Their Balkan Juniper Hand Wash not only smells diving but looks pretty damn chic too. 

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5

Jo Malone London Wood Sage and Sea Salt Body and Hand Wash

Wood Sage and Sea Salt Body and Hand Wash
Credit: Jo Malone

The kind of hand wash you only get out when you have guests round, along with the fancy embroidered hand towel. This scent will bring a touch of seaside into your home.

6

Molton Brown Oudh Accord & Gold Fine Liquid Hand Wash

Oudh Accord & Gold Fine Liquid Hand Wash
Now 15% Off
Credit: Molton Brown

Maybe it's because it reminds us of the iconic gold vodka in Superbad, but this Molton Brown hand wash might be the most mesmerising thing we've ever laid our eyes on.

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7

Triumph & Disaster Little Helper Hand Wash

Little Helper Hand Wash
Now 25% Off
Credit: Little Helper

This sulphate-free formula is non-drying, so won't leave your hands looking like that an extra from Jurassic Park.

8

Soapsmith Hackney Hand & Body Wash

Hackney Hand & Body Wash
Credit: Soapsmith

If you live in London, Soapsmith's bottles are based on different London areas. So whether your friend just moved to Hackney, or Camden, these make a really cute 'new home' present.

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Oribe Cote d'Azur Revitalizing Hand Wash

Cote d'Azur Revitalizing Hand Wash
Now 23% Off
Credit: Oribe

If you haven't smelt one of Oribe's hair products, you really don't know what you're missing and now the most addictive smell in the world comes in a hand wash.

10

Neal's Yard Remedies Garden Mint & Bergamot Hand Wash

Garden Mint & Bergamot Hand Wash

If you're trying to cut down on your plastic consumption, Neal's Yard's bottles are all glass and the blue colour makes them a crime not to re-use in some way.

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Cowshed Restore Exfoliating Hand Wash

Restore Exfoliating Hand Wash
Credit: Cowshed

If you can't afford a membership to Soho House but want to smell like you do, this is the hand I'd add to your bask immediately. 

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Laura Capon
Former Senior Fashion & Beauty Writer

Laura is a former writer for Cosmopolitan UK, covering everything beauty and fashion related and specialises in makeup, plus-size fashion and the world of YouTube. Her favourite pastime is reminding everyone of that one time she met Charlie Hunnam and Jason Momoa. Please don't ask to see the pictures...

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