Dry Skin: Don’t be Stingy with the Moisturizer
If you have dry skin, you are probably sick of trying to find ways to deal with it. Dry skin can cause irritation, swelling, tightness and even cracking. What makes this situation even worse is that seasonal changes can easily exacerbate all of these symptoms.
A skin care routine is vital to keep all of these problems under control. In fact, establishing the proper routine, choosing the right products, and applying them properly is the best way to hydrate your.
The Basic Cleansing Routine for Dry Skin Relief
First of all, review your skin care routine. Some basic changes may be necessary especially if you notice that your skin still feels tight after your cleansing routine. One of the worst mistakes most people make is using soap and water, which can lead to dryness.
Instead, opt for a creamy cleanser. Cream cleansers that are alcohol-free will help remove dead skin, debris, and oil from your face without removing moisture. If you have sensitive skin then it is also a good idea to use fragrance-free products.
Once you’ve cleansed, use a toner to remove any debris that may have been left behind. This product should also be alcohol free. Finally, apply a creamy moisturizer to seal in the moisture.
Additionally, it is very important to exfoliate periodically if you have dry skin. However, be careful when purchasing traditional exfoliation products because they can be too harsh. In this case, try using oatmeal mixed with grapefruit to exfoliate.
Dry Skin Care Creams
Choose products that are alcohol and fragrance free. Look for hypoallergenic products to reduce your risk of irritation and allergic reactions.
Before going out to by a skin moisturizer that you’re not completely sure will soothe and moisturize your skin, you should take a look at the following list of ingredients.
Aloe Vera Gel or Extract
Aloe Vera is a very common ingredient in dry skin products due to its soothing properties. It can also help slough off dead skin cells. As with all of the other ingredients, it can also be used in its natural state.
Olive Oil and Its Extracts
Olive oil is non-comedogenic that won’t clog pores and will absorb quickly into the skin. In fact, it can be used directly out of the bottle to help cleanse and moisturizer very dry skin.
*Avocado Oil & Extract
This fruit is a rich source of vitamins and lecithin. It is so easy to use, in fact, that it can be mashed and applying directly to your skin as a natural mask.
*Honey
Honey is also a rich source of vitamins and minerals and has very strong moisturizing and healing properties. You can make your own honey mask at home which you can apply, let it set 15 minutes, and then rinse off with warm water.
BIOSKINBALM is a natural and gentle skin care product that can be used for dry skin care. It is made with snail serum, a natural dry skin moisturizers.
- Martha Fitzharris
