How to choose good moisturizer for your skin
In a market, you can see a lot of lotions that assert to moisturize one’s skin. But if those products aren’t bought with the knowledge of one’s skin type then they wouldn’t enrich the skin albeit only providing a moist feeling. Before buying a moisturizer, one should know their skin type (oily, normal, dry or maybe even a combination) and what sort of moisturizer (lotions, creams or gels) to use. Following tips should be kept in mind before buying a moisturizer
- The moisturizers differ in the amount of moisture present in them. Creams have the most; gels have the least whereas lotion’s moisture ranges amid them. Lotions work best on dry skin, gels on normal or oily skin and creams are good for people who need lot of moisture for e.g. aged, women etc.
- Many moisturizing products nowadays have sunscreen components in them which help people a lot as sun rays can cause skin a lot of damage. But if the labels show alcohol presence, they should be avoided as alcohols dry out the skin.
- Some products have oatmeal that is famous for anti-itching (could be used in rashes or pox), Shea butter and soy which are absorbed deeper in the skin.
- To retain skin’s moisture one can use moisturizers right after they shower. Scrubbing with the towel should be avoided and the skin should be softly wiped.
- Lotions and gels which contain synthetic scents should not be preferred as these chemicals can be very harsh on the skin and can even cause allergies. One can always go for moisturizers with natural scents. In case any allergic reactions occur immediately a physician should be consulted.
- Avoid any product that looks broken, tampered or is known to be tested on animals.
It’s very important to take care of your skin and moisturizers help in protecting your skin from any damages in the long run. Plus finding good moisturizers is very easy and inexpensive. Keeping the above mentioned facts in mind, one can order appropriate product for themselves from any local or online drugstore and markets.
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Posted by Kranthi on 31st March, 2010
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