Every hand tells a story – our new hand care guide

From rough rock, plastic holds, chalk and tape. From projects, sends, and the passion for climbing.
But strong hands aren’t built only on the wall — they’re built through care, understanding and recovery.

At KletterRetter, we’ve been dedicated to this topic for over ten years, on the wall, in the lab, and through product development.

That’s why we created the KletterRetter hand care Guide – our most comprehensive collection of knowledge and experience about skin, care, and recovery for climbers.

Why we created the guide

Climbing pushes your skin harder than almost any other sport. Regular skincare products reach their limits quickly. But good hand care means more than just applying a cream, it starts with understanding how skin works.

The guide explains what really happens in your skin while climbing, how chalk, friction, and moisture affect it, and how to find the right balance between stress and recovery.
It’s based on years of experience from climbers, athletes, and skin-care experts, clearly structured and practical to apply.

What’s inside

The hand care guide provides real knowledge and immediately useful tips: – How your skin is structured — and why it reacts differently to stress than muscles – Common skin problems, from flappers to fingertip cracks – Step-by-step care routines before, during and after climbing – How to use chalk properly without damaging your skin – Footcare, recovery, and first aid – Training and tools to improve circulation in your hands

Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, the guide helps you climb longer, recover faster, and understand your skin better.

What the guide isn’t (yet)

In future versions, we’ll expand the content with insights from dermatologists, physiotherapists and athletes, as well as detailed looks into our product development.

Because every hand tells a story. What’s yours?