How To Choose The Right Moisturizer

Skin hydration is essential if we want to have a youthful, healthy looking skin. There are countless commercial skincare products available for this purpose, so choosing the one that best suits our needs is a complex matter. In this article you will find out with what criteria a moisturizer should be chosen and what are the differences between the types of moisturizing products. In order for your hydration to be effective, you must first consider your skin type.

For normal skin that does not have special needs, a simple moisturizing lotion or a moisturizing milk are enough for daily skincare. Dry skin requires a rich moisturizing cream that contains more lipids, which restore moisture to the skin. Creams should be based on strong moisturizing substances. Finally, combination and oily skin types, also need hydration. In this case the creams should be lighter so as not to cause sebum overproduction.

The right moisturizer also depends on the age, as the needs of the skin change over the years. For example, moisturizers should be a lot lighter until the age of 20. For 30+ skin types, more specialized creams are needed that offer hydration and firmness at the same time. The choice between the forms and textures of moisturizing products should be made based on personal preferences also, except from the needs of the skin.

Moisturizers that most women choose are lotions and body creams. Lotions have a lighter and thinner texture than the cream. They are basically water-based emulsions. The lotion spreads very easily on the skin and is absorbed immediately, without leaving oiliness, while giving a feeling of purity and freshness. On the other hand, the body cream has a richer composition, moisturizes better and deeper the skin, but leaves a greasiness that can become annoying if you want to get dressed immediately after. Lotions and creams moisturize the surface layers of the skin and are suitable for skin types that just need a surface moisturizer without any other need. Lighter lotions are better for oily skin types, because the richest compositions can cause redness and even acne. Rich texture products, like balm and butter are ideal moisturizers for dry skin. The balm is suitable for very dry or even dehydrated skin that needs intensive moisturizing care. Its rich creamy texture deeply nourishes the skin suffering from dehydration. For best results, and for the balm to penetrate as deep as possible into the skin, it is best to apply it warm while massaging the skin. The most natural moisturizers, such as shea butter and coconut butter, have excellent moisturizing properties and give the skin comfort and softness.

Finally, body oils, which have mainly been associated with summer and sunbathing, are now used all year round. Body oils contain vitamins and ingredients that provide deep nourishment to the skin, such as almond and argan oils. The body oil’s texture is similar to the sebum secreted by the skin pores and the skin tends to better absorb the beneficial components of the oil. Good quality moisturizing oils are dry, so they do not leave greasiness or stains on clothes, while they can be used on the body, face and hair.