Skin Care – Must-Have Moisturizers
Moisturizing is an important step in taking care of your skin regardless of skin type and age. For skin to be healthy, smooth and supple, it needs to be adequately hydrated to prevent the outbreak of skin problems resulting from dry skin such as wrinkles and scaly skin. Moisturizing also masks imperfections like acne blemishes, evens out skin tone and texture, and creates a barrier from harsh elements such as pollution and cold weather. When you moisturize, you lock in moisture to the skin, maintaining the water content of the skin and keeping it hydrated. Dermatologists and beauty experts advise that moisturizing should be done at least once a day.
You might be wondering why there are many kinds of moisturizers-some use plant extracts, while others use Vitamins. There are oil-based and water-based moisturizers as well. Each moisturizer has a different formula, so you have to choose what is best for your skin and what will sufficiently provide for your skin needs. Finding the perfect one can be daunting, but by knowing your skin care priorities, you will be able to determine what you need in a moisturizer.
People who have oily skin can benefit from daily moisturizing. Since what you have to preserve is the water content of the skin and not the oil content, you have to use non-comedogenic or oil-free moisturizers. It may be hard to find a moisturizer that will not clog your pores, which can cause acne breakouts and make your skin problems worse, so choose wisely. Read the ingredient labels and ask your dermatologist for recommendations.
In contrast, people with dry skin are advised to use moisturizers that are oil-based. Having dry skin can be attributed to a number of factors: cold weather, exposure to sun’s harmful rays, the use of harsh soaps when bathing, among others. Cleansing your body with soap and water not only removes dirt and grime, but also the natural oils of your skin. That is why the use of moisturizers immediately after a bath or shower is important because they bind the moisture from the bath you just took to the skin. Without moisturizing, dry skin can result to even worse skin problems such as discoloration, dry patches and wrinkles. As women age, wrinkles become one of their biggest concerns. Using anti-aging creams with moisturizers are most advantageous, but it is important that you remember not to over-moisturize or you may clog your pores. As always, choose the best one for your skin needs to maximize its benefits.
During the day, there is also a way for you to moisturize your skin. Wear cosmetics and beauty products such as lipsticks, make-up foundations and eye shadows that have moisturizers in their ingredients, so that your skin stays hydrated even while you are wearing make-up. Other skin care products like toners, cleansers and facial masks also have moisturizers that exfoliate and protect your skin. You may want to use a different moisturizer for your body and your face. Body moisturizers generally concentrate on skin hydration, while facial moisturizers focus on the prevention of wrinkles and premature ageing caused by dry skin.
