Easy at-home fixes for softer hands and feet

If we don't give these hard-working areas a little extra care, that protective layer can turn into stubborn roughness that hides our natural glow (Photo: Gemini)

We put our hands and feet through a lot. Between the constant rush of daily life, the creative projects that keep our hands busy and the miles we clock in our favourite sandals, our skin takes a beating. It's no surprise that, over time, our palms and soles can start to feel more like sandpaper than silk.

But why does this happen and more importantly, how can we bring back that soft, "fresh-from-the-spa" feel without ever leaving home?