3W CLINIC MOISTURIZING COLLAGEN HAND CREAM

Values You Can Trust: 100% Genuine | Travel-Friendly | Quick-Dry Formula

If your knuckles are tight, ashy, or your cuticles constantly snag on fabrics, your hands are experiencing acute lipid depletion. Constant hand washing strips the acid mantle, leading to micro-fissures in the stratum corneum that cannot heal without a protective occlusive seal. If you work in an office with strong AC, this dehydration accelerates exponentially.

Pros: Excellent cost-to-volume ratio, non-greasy finish allows immediate use of smartphones/keyboards, and creates a durable water-resistant film. Caveats: Contains synthetic fragrance which may irritate active eczema on the hands, and it provides surface-level conditioning rather than deep cellular repair.

This product is highly bedside-table compatible and requires absolutely no sink, rinsing, or complex preparation. The flip-top tube can be operated with one hand, and the fast-absorbing formula means you don't need to wait before touching your bedsheets or phone.

If you are experiencing severe executive dysfunction, keeping this next to your bed and applying it once a day is a minimum viable routine to prevent painful cuticle cracking. The scent is a traditional cosmetic floral, which dissipates rapidly and is unlikely to trigger sensory overload.

Step 1: Use anytime throughout the day, especially after hand washing or before bed.

Step 2: Dispense a large pea-sized amount directly onto the back of one hand.

Step 3: Rub the backs of your hands together first to distribute the product where skin is thinnest, then massage the remainder into your palms and cuticles.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Wash hands with a gentle cleanser if desired, leaving skin slightly damp.

2. Apply 3W Clinic Moisturizing Collagen Hand Cream to lock in the residual water.

3. If you are driving or spending significant time outdoors, apply an SPF over the backs of your hands once the cream absorbs. In Mauritius morning humidity, humectants (HA, glycerin) work exceptionally well because they draw water from the humid air rather than from deeper skin layers.

1. Complete your facial skincare routine first to avoid transferring hand cream occlusives to your face.

2. Wash hands thoroughly.

3. Apply a generous layer (two pea-sized amounts) of 3W Clinic Moisturizing Collagen Hand Cream, focusing on the cuticles and knuckles.

If you have severely dry hands, apply the cream and wear cotton gloves overnight to force the hydration into the stratum corneum via occlusion.

Apply to slightly damp skin. Water acts as a vehicle; the occlusive ingredients in this cream physically trap that moisture against your skin before it can evaporate. If you apply it to bone-dry skin, it will smooth the surface but provide less deep hydration.

Focus the massage on the cuticles (eponychium). Friction degrades formulas and increases irritation on the face, but the thicker skin on the hands benefits from massage to increase localized microcirculation.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Viscosity ladder: thinnest → thickest; water-phase before oil-phase; treatments before seals.

Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s; serum layers 30-60s; before sunscreen 10-15 min if going outdoors or applying makeup.

Amount defaults (unless brand-specific instructions override):

• Watery toner/essence: 5-8 drops per layer (or "coin-size puddle in palm")
• Serum/ampoule: 2-3 drops or 1 pump (face), add +1 drop for neck if used
• Eye product: ½ rice-grain per eye (very small)
• Gel moisturizer: 1 pea-1.5 peas; Cream: 1-2 peas
• Occlusive seal: rice-grain to pea-size max (thin film)
• Sunscreen: 2-finger rule for face; +1 finger for neck

Skin state rules:

• Hydrators (toners/essences/HA): best on slightly damp skin.
• Retinoids: best on fully dry skin; if sensitive, wait 10 minutes after cleansing.
• Exfoliating acids: apply to dry or lightly damp depending on irritation; keep to one lane.
• Hard cap rule: If routine pills, stings, or feels heavy → reduce layers, not increase.

AM (maximum map):

• Rinse / Gentle Cleanse (optional)
• pH-Prep / Balancing Toner (optional)
• Hydrating Toner Layers (1-3 layers, optional)
• Essence (optional)
• Mist / Thermal Water (optional micro-step)
• Booster / Soothing Serum (optional) (Centella/panthenol/barrier-support)
• Antioxidant Lane (optional, choose ONE)
• Pigment Support Lane (optional, choose ONE)
• Hydration Serum Lane (optional)
• Oil-Control / Sebum-Regulating Lane (optional, choose ONE)
• Peptides / Growth-Factor / Repair Lane (optional)
• Eye Serum/Cream (optional)
• Moisturizer (gel-cream or cream)
• Optional Sealing Layer (only if dry/AC) (thin occlusive)
• Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable)
• Lip SPF (optional but ideal)

In AM, prioritize comfort + SPF adherence over stacking. In high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM (maximum map):

• Micellar (optional pre-cleanse)
• Oil Cleanser / Balm (if SPF/makeup)
• Water Cleanser (second cleanse)
• pH-Prep Toner (optional)
• Hydrating Toner Layers (1-3 layers, optional)
• Essence (optional)
• Soothing / Barrier Serum (optional)
• [Anchor Product]
• Targeted Serum (optional, ONLY if not conflicting)
• Moisturizer
• Sleeping Mask (optional)
• Occlusive Seal (optional; avoid if clog-prone)
• Spot Treatment / Pimple Patch (as needed)
• Lip Sleeping Mask (optional)

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep 'one lane' per night.

One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure: default to the safest lane = barrier/hydration, and reduce layers.

This product sits at the high end of the viscosity ladder as a medium-thick emulsion. It is designed to be the final layer on the hands, applied after any thin aqueous sanitizers or washes have fully dried. The formulation is an oil-in-water emulsion that creates a flexible, semi-permeable film.

If you attempt to apply a water-based serum over this hand cream, the serum will bead up and roll off. The occlusive silicones and mineral oil physically block the penetration of lighter hydrophilic molecules.

This product appears thick in the tube but spreads thin on skin. Do not judge the texture by how it looks in the container; the shear force of rubbing your hands together rapidly decreases its viscosity for fast absorption.

Unlike facial actives (retinoids, acids) which trigger deep dermal remodeling, hand creams primarily operate on the surface stratum corneum. The results are largely maintenance-based rather than transformative.

If you stop using the product, your hands will revert to their baseline hydration levels within 48 to 72 hours, depending on your hand-washing frequency and environmental humidity.

Before starting this product, your routine MUST already include: a gentle hand wash that does not contain harsh industrial surfactants (like SLS). Without these foundations, this product causes more harm than benefit by simply masking severe barrier destruction.

If you work in a profession requiring sterile gloves (healthcare, lab work), apply this cream at the end of your shift, not before putting on gloves, as the emollient base can degrade certain latex/nitrile materials or cause internal glove slippage.

If you have melanin-rich skin (Fitzpatrick Types IV-VI), extreme dryness on the hands often presents as an "ashy" grey appearance. This cream instantly neutralizes the ashy appearance by moisturizing the desquamating (flaking) keratinocytes, restoring the skin's natural light scattering properties.

Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL): The mineral oil and silicones create a physical barrier over the skin, drastically reducing the evaporation of internal water stores.

Rough Cuticles: Softens the hardened keratin of the eponychium, preventing painful hangnails and tears around the nail bed.

What this product cannot do: Cannot physically shrink pores. Cannot lift sagging skin. Cannot "permanently" heal extreme eczema or psoriasis — it provides cosmetic symptomatic relief, not medical correction.

1. INNISFREE SPECIAL CARE MASK-FOOT 20ML — Use the foot mask once weekly while maintaining daily hydration with the hand cream. Use AM/PM.

2. IsNtree HYALURONIC ACID WATERY SUN GEL — Apply this SPF to the backs of your hands after the hand cream absorbs to prevent photo-aging and solar lentigines (sun spots). Use AM.

If you mix this product with a dedicated hand sanitizer (high alcohol content), the alcohol will disrupt the emulsion of the cream, causing it to separate and pill on your skin. Always let sanitizer dry completely for 60 seconds before applying.

Permeability: Film-Forming (uncertain).

The cream contains mineral oil and dimethicone, which create a water-resistant (but not totally waterproof) barrier on the skin. While it eventually wears off through friction and ambient moisture, a freshly applied layer may partially repel water during ablution.

If you have just applied this cream, it is recommended to wash your hands with soap to remove the lipid film before performing Wudu to ensure water reaches the skin surface. Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars. Consult your own trusted Islamic authority.

MYTH: 'Collagen in hand creams replaces the collagen you lose as you age.' REALITY: The Hydrolyzed Collagen molecule is far too large (above the 500 Dalton rule threshold) to penetrate into the dermis. Instead, it acts as an exceptional surface humectant, binding water to the top layer of your skin for immediate plumping.

MYTH: 'Mineral oil is toxic and suffocates the skin.' REALITY: Cosmetic-grade mineral oil is one of the safest, most inert, and highly refined occlusives available. It does not cause allergies and is vastly superior at preventing water loss compared to many plant oils.

In air-conditioned environments (like offices in Ebene or Port Louis), the ambient humidity plummets. In these conditions, you MUST use an occlusive product like this; otherwise, the dry air pulls moisture directly out of your skin, leaving hands cracked.

Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region. Hard water leaves a calcium stearate film after cleansing that causes severe tightness on the hands. This cream provides the emollience needed to counteract that hard water residue.

Full INCI List: Water, Mineral Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Propylparaben, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Hydrolyzed Collagen, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract, Fragrance.

Hydrolyzed Collagen appears below the estimated 1% line. At this concentration, it functions primarily as a light humectant, while the heavy lifting of moisturizing is performed by the Mineral Oil and Cetearyl Alcohol.*

*Fairy Dusting: This ingredient appears below the estimated 1% line in the INCI list, suggesting it is present at a trace/sub-efficacious concentration. Its inclusion may be primarily for marketing rather than clinical effect.

The preservative system relies on traditional Parabens (Methylparaben, Propylparaben) and Phenoxyethanol, ensuring robust protection against mold and bacteria in the humid Mauritius environment.

Fragrance Status: Synthetic Fragrance (Parfum).

Scent Description: A classic, clean cosmetic floral scent that is characteristic of traditional Korean hand creams.

Intensity and Dissipation: Intensity (3/5). Dissipation (Lingering 5min+).

Alcohol-Free. It contains Cetearyl Alcohol, which is a fatty, moisturizing alcohol that conditions the skin, completely different from drying alcohols like ethanol or denatured alcohol.

*Based on brand-declared INCI. The term 'Fragrance' or 'Parfum' in the INCI list may contain undisclosed allergens. Patch test advised for sensitive individuals.

Halal Status: Self-Assessed. No ethanol from fermentation detected. However, Hydrolyzed Collagen is often animal or marine-derived. If strict marine origin is not verified, it may not meet all dietary-equivalent halal standards.*

Vegan Status: Not Vegan. Contains Hydrolyzed Collagen, which is animal or marine-derived.

Cruelty-Free Status: Uncertified. Brand states cruelty-free, but sells products in Mainland China where post-market animal testing may be required by law. Cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt.*

*Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

*Brand states cruelty-free, but sells products in Mainland China where post-market animal testing may be required by law. Cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt.

MFDS Classification: General Cosmetic. This means it is formulated for daily hydration and maintenance, without specialized functional claims like anti-wrinkle or whitening properties recognized by the Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.

Evidence Confidence: High for basic moisturization (via mineral oil and fatty alcohols); Marketing-Only* for deep anti-aging collagen claims, as topical collagen cannot restructure dermal tissue.

3W Clinic is known for accessible, high-volume essentials. The PAO (Period After Opening) is typically 12 months. Shelf Life Unopened is 3 years from the manufacturing date.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Unsafe. Contains Polysorbate 60 and Sorbitan Sesquioleate, which are esters that feed Malassezia yeast. However, fungal acne rarely occurs on the hands, making this functionally irrelevant for its intended use.

The slip level is high, making it very easy to spread over large areas of the hands and forearms without dragging the skin.

Pilling Assessment: Low.

This product rarely pills when used on its own or over bare skin. However, if applied immediately over a gel-based hand sanitizer before the alcohol has fully flashed off, the polymers (Carbomer) in this cream will clump.

If you experience pilling, wait an additional 60 seconds after sanitizing, and ensure you pat the product into the skin rather than rubbing vigorously.

The fresh color is an opaque white. Because it does not contain highly unstable actives like pure Vitamin C, the formula is extremely robust against oxidation.

If you leave this tube in a hot car parked in the Mauritius sun, the emulsion may break, causing the oil and water phases to separate. If you squeeze the tube and clear watery fluid comes out instead of white cream, the emulsion has permanently separated. When in doubt, discard.

This product was imported via standard logistics, as it does not require strict cold-chain preservation.

Patch Test: Apply a small amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before beginning full hand application, especially if you have known fragrance sensitivities.

Emergency Stop Signals: Hives, intense swelling, blistering, or persistent burning. If you experience these, wash hands immediately with soap and water and discontinue use.

If adverse reaction: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY gentle cleanser + plain moisturizer + mineral SPF. NO acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72h, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days.

1. Applying only to the palms: The skin on the back of the hand is much thinner and shows aging/dehydration faster. Focus application there.

2. Using on the face: The high mineral oil content and specific emulsifiers are perfectly safe for hands but highly occlusive for facial skin, risking clogged pores.

3. Applying over dirt: Hand cream seals in whatever is on your skin. Always wash hands before applying to avoid trapping bacteria under an occlusive layer.

Volume: 100ml. Recommended amount per use: 1ml (approximate large pea-size). Uses per container: approximately 100 applications.

At recommended dosage (twice daily): approximately 50 days (1.5 months). At common overdosing (4-5x daily): depletes in approximately 20-25 days. Correct dosage is better for your skin AND extends product life.

Reorder in approximately 1.5 months. We recommend reordering 2 weeks before estimated depletion for shipping time.

Build resilient, hydrated skin from head to toe.

3W Clinic Collagen Hand Cream provides the critical occlusive seal to prevent moisture escape from overworked hands.

1. AM: Wash hands → apply 1 pea-size Hand Cream to backs of hands → wait 30s → apply SPF if driving.

2. PM: Complete facial routine → wash hands → apply 2 pea-sizes Hand Cream → massage into cuticles.

If you spend 8+ hours in an air-conditioned office, then keep the tube on your desk and reapply a half-dose specifically to your cuticles after every restroom visit to counteract the dry air.

If you have rough, calloused heels as well, then pair this hand cream routine with a dedicated foot treatment like the INNISFREE SPECIAL CARE MASK-FOOT once a week.

After purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth.

The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with 3W Clinic Collagen Hand Cream, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If your primary concern is deep foot calluses or extreme cracking on the heels rather than daily hand maintenance, this product will not provide enough heavy-duty exfoliation. You trade off deep treatment for fast-absorbing convenience.

Consider the INNISFREE SPECIAL CARE MASK-FOOT 20ML for targeted, intense moisture therapy for the feet.

This product's PRIMARY function is: occlusive hand hydration. You do NOT need this if you already own: an unscented body lotion or thick barrier cream that you don't mind using on your hands. Finish your current product before purchasing.

Check your current shelf. Do you have an open hand cream? Skincare products lose efficacy after opening (PAO = 12 months). Buying new while old expires is waste.

Combining with a similar product: No Benefit (same mechanism). Pick one hand cream and stick to it.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick Tip: Authentic 3W clinic products have clean, legible printing on the tube crimp denoting the expiry date, and the box should not have blurry or misaligned text.

3W Clinic is a legacy South Korean brand known for producing accessible, high-volume cosmetic staples. Their formulation philosophy focuses on utilizing well-understood, traditional ingredients (like collagen, aloe, and snail mucin) in straightforward, cost-effective emulsions. They prioritize delivering reliable daily essentials over chasing expensive, niche actives.

Many users with dry hands report that this cream is a staple for office environments because it absorbs quickly and leaves no greasy residue on keyboards or mice.

Users with extremely chapped or cracked hands often note that while it feels nice, it isn't thick enough to heal severe damage and requires reapplication.

Some users praise the large 100ml size, highlighting its excellent value for daily, indiscriminate use. Common Praise: Fast absorption, non-greasy, large volume. Common Complaints: Artificial fragrance is too strong, not moisturizing enough for winter/extreme cracking.

The soft tube allows you to squeeze out every last drop of product. When empty, rinse the tube thoroughly before recycling according to local Mauritius guidelines.

Can I use this on my face?

No. The thick occlusives (mineral oil) and emulsifiers are formulated for the thicker skin of the hands and are highly likely to clog facial pores.

Will this fade dark spots on my hands?

No. This cream does not contain any active brightening ingredients (like Vitamin C or Niacinamide) to fade hyperpigmentation. It only provides hydration.

Is it sticky?

No. It is specifically formulated as a fast-absorbing emulsion that dries to a satin finish, leaving zero tacky residue.

Does it have a strong smell?

It has a noticeable classic floral cosmetic fragrance upon application, but it dissipates within a few minutes.

Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL)

The process where water naturally evaporates from the inside of your skin into the air. High TEWL leads to dry, tight skin.

Occlusive

An ingredient (like mineral oil) that forms a physical, waterproof seal over the skin to lock moisture in.

Stratum Corneum

The outermost layer of your skin, made of dead cells and lipids, acting as your primary barrier against the environment.

Humectant

An ingredient (like collagen or glycerin) that acts like a sponge, attracting and holding water onto the skin's surface.

Emulsion

A mixture of oil and water (which don't naturally mix) held together by special ingredients, creating a smooth cream.

Desquamation

The natural process of skin shedding dead cells. When skin is dry, this process fails, leading to visible flaking and ashiness.

Eponychium

The thickened layer of skin at the base of the fingernails and toenails, commonly referred to as the cuticle.

Lipid

Natural fats in your skin that glue skin cells together and keep water locked inside.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best For: Office workers, healthcare professionals off-shift, and anyone needing immediate, non-greasy relief from tight, dry hands throughout the day.

Key Benefits: Absorbs in under 30 seconds, creates a strong protective seal against AC-induced moisture loss, and provides a generous 100ml volume for frequent reapplication.

Keep In Mind: The formula relies on basic occlusives rather than advanced barrier-repairing ceramides, meaning it treats the symptoms of dryness rather than restructuring the skin. The presence of synthetic fragrance makes it unsuitable for active hand eczema.

The vapor pressure deficit in heavily air-conditioned offices rapidly pulls moisture from exposed skin. This hand cream excels in this specific environment because its high mineral oil content acts as a physical shield against this evaporative force.

Because the finish is satin and non-tacky, it resists particulate adhesion. During the July-November sugar cane burning season, this means ash and PM2.5 particles are less likely to stick to your hands compared to heavier, greasier balms.

If you regularly swim in chlorinated pools or the ocean, applying this cream beforehand can help create a temporary hydrophobic barrier, reducing the stripping effect of chlorine and salt on your hand's lipid matrix.