Hands are one of the hard-working parts of the body. Often exposed to some of the harshest elements and possessing the thinnest skin, it’s no wonder that hands are more susceptible to signs of premature skin aging, compared to other areas. Retinol is widely considered to be a gold standard for anti-aging, as it increases cellular turnover rate, which in turn promotes collagen production. “As someone who is north of 35, I wanted a retinol hand lotion without breaking the bank and this was the winner,” HuffPost’s deputy director of Life, Lindsay Holmes, said of this $20 Target-available hand cream that promises to youth-ify and deeply repair hands, nails and cuticles. Packed inside this rich and cushiony shea butter-based cream is, of course, retinol, but to counteract this ingredient’s potential for irritation, Remedy Skin chose to encapsulate its retinol, a delivery method that makes it more stable, less irritating, and better able to penetrate the skin. “I maybe use it once or twice a day, and unlike other retinol-infused lotions — this one doesn’t burn,” claimed a Target shopper who also claims to have chronic skin irritation on their hands that sometimes requires steroid use. The Remedy Skin hand repair cream also boasts ceramides, which are lipids that are essential for a resilient, strong and properly functioning skin barrier. Cermides in your hand cream formula translates to healing cuticles that are peeling, knuckles that are cracked and rough, and flaky patches that won’t seem to soften. “This hand cream is rich and moisturizing without being greasy or sticky and it’s at an affordable price point compared to other products,” Holmes said.To Holmes’ point, it’s hard not to make a comparison with the other retinol hand cream formulas that we’ve covered in the past, specifically the famed and incredibly luxe Soft Services hand cream that sets you back a whopping $62 for one full-sized pot. Both creams promise a hand-and-cuticle-repair functionality and a similar ingredient list, including hydrating glycerin, skin-brightening lactic acid, and radish root ferment filtrate, an anti-inflammatory that can deeply condition the skin. When it comes to the main anti-aging component, however, Remedy Skin seems to outdo Soft Services, as the budget option contains 0.1% of retinol, whereas the luxury version features just 0.05%.To sweeten the youth-boosting pot even more, the Remedy Skin hand cream has tucked away in its budget-friendly formula a peptide (acetyl heptapeptide-4), for helping to restore and strengthen the skin’s barrier, and plump the skin to minimize the appearance of fine lines. But another reason for our faith in this cream’s superiority comes from something a little less expected: People are singing its praises despite an undeniable flaw in its packaging. Meant to be gently dispensed in a soft-touch tube, the lid can be difficult to open, according to reviewers — with some going so far as to cut open the egg-shaped vessel in order to access the product more easily. (Holmes even said that she’s used her keys to pop open the cap.) But, despite this design faux pas, people still remain dedicated to the formula and vow to continue purchasing till the end of time — a fact that tells us this hand cream is so good that it must be worth the struggle. “I know there are a lot of complaints about the packaging, but this lotion gets a 10/10 from me,” one undeterred Target shopper wrote. “The packaging may be difficult, but I will buy this forever.”Some suggest transferring the cream to a separate container, while others simply deal with the minor inconvenience. Whatever the best method is, you can see below just how devout the Remedy Skin hand cream fanbase is before snagging a tube of it for yourself.Promising Target reviews:″This is one of the best hand creams I’ve ever used. It’s perfect for winter hands and cuticle care. Unfortunately, the packaging is terrible. It’s cute and stylish, but the flip top lid is hard to open and then when you’re near done with the product it’s hard to squeeze the rest out. I ended up cutting into the package because I knew there was plenty left inside I couldn’t squeeze out. I transferred the remaining cream into a separate container to not waste it. I will keep buying because it’s a great formula, but I just hate the packaging.” — Libby207“I know there are a lot of complaints about the packaging but this lotion gets a 10/10 from me. I have 4 bottles of it and two more in my cart. For years I have struggled with my hands being so cracked they bled from eczema and an allergy. This changed the game for me. For the first time in 7 years I don’t have bandaids on my fingers and it is in thanks to this lotion. The packaging may be difficult but I will buy this forever.” — Chelsea“I wash a lot of dishes with hot water and my hands pay for it. They get so dry and even hurt after a while. I saw the ad for this lotion and decided to purchase it. I do not regret it. It works wonders! It smooths my skin and visibly noticeable after one use. Will continue to purchase.” — MedinaC29“As someone who has multiple flares of irritation on my hands that gets so bad I have to use a steroid cream- This is the best hand lotion I’ve ever purchased- so much that I actually have used less of my medication because of how well this lotion works. It’s a thick lotion, it’s unscented and lasts through hand washing. I maybe use it once or twice a day and unlike other retinol infused lotions- this one doesn’t burn. The only downside is the packaging, which is over-engineered to be the ‘perfect’ hand lotion dispenser; easy and soft to squeeze, pretty to look at and doesn’t contribute to using too much product which I agree. But at the end of the day if you can’t use all of the product because its designed to be pretty more than it is functional. Anyways I’m still going to buy it again- great lotion.” — DatAmygdalaIf you want to shop for more anti-aging hand creams, take a look at some of these options previously covered by the HuffPost shopping team:Nécessaire The Hand retinol repair serumFor a fairly high concentration of retinol, consider this hand serum from Nécessaire. it has 0.25% of retinol alongside peptides, AHAs, amino acids, vitamins and glycerin to hydrate deeply. It's a great option for anyone looking to treat or prevent crepey skin, dark spots, scars and even ragged cuticles. You'll feel like you just stepped out of a nail salon every morning. Promising review: "Absolute wonder! I bought this based on a dermatologist's recommendation, and it really delivers! After a very short time my hands look and feel so much better! I was starting to notice my hands were looking older, and this has really helped." — ROinCoA multifunctional retinol and vitamin-enriched hand creamThe glowing reviews speak for themselves when it comes to this anti-aging hand cream. It deeply conditions not just hands, but nails and cuticles as well, drenching the entire area with vitamins and retinol. It boasts a rich and creamy formula that feels luxurious but won't break the bank, so you can show off youthful-looking skin with minimal effort. Just be aware that it has a nostalgic scent that might not be for everyone!Promising review: "I like the moisture and lively texture of my hands. Before they looked dry and older because of all the hand sanitizer I have used over the last 3 years. Now they look healthy and feels so soft, and I don’t mind shaking hands if needed." — Nene Love it"I really like this hand lotion. I am 36 and a hairdresser so my hands get a beating daily. I’ve noticed them aging so I wanted something to help slow that. This lotion feels very soft when you put it on. My kids did comment that it smells like a Grandma. And I think it kind of does smell like it too. Not a bad smell just does have a distinctive smell. I do like it!" — KarenBeauty Pie Super Retinol Hands anti-aging moisture creamGet all the benefits of a deeply moisturizing, rich hand cream with the added power of encapsulated retinol with this Beauty Pie cream. It can help with common signs of hand aging, targeting dark spots, smoothing and elasticity. Throw it on before bed and wake up to baby-soft hands.Promising review: "A must for older hands. Wonderful night time hand treatment for aged hands. Helps with age spots and crepey skin. Also very moisturising without being sticky." — MaryThe original version of this story was published on HuffPost at an earlier date.