The Essentials of Dry Skin Care
Dry skin isn’t always easy to live with. It can cause irritation, itchiness and redness. It is very important to deal with this skin problem, because healthy skin is what keeps your entire body healthy.
You may not think that the proper skin care routine is important to your health, however, by not following the right skin care routine you are suffering needlessly and exposing your skin and body to possible infection. Using the right moisturizer will always be the best way of treating dry skin, however, if you skimp on your cleanser and end up using the wrong one for your skin, you’ll actually be counteracting the effects of your moisturizer. So, instead of reaching for the wrong product make sure that you invest a little time and money on finding all the right products for your skin.
Don’t forget that the proper routine is not only about finding the right products, but also about applying them in the correct manner. If you’re a bit confused and don’t know where to start, here’s a general overview to help get you started on your search for the right routine.
Before getting started with the proper skin care routine, you need to determine your skin type. In the case of dry skin you need to find out if you have regular dry skin or really dry skin. It’s really quite simple to determine what type of dry skin you have, for example, if you are currently using a creamy cleanser but still suffer from itchiness and tightness, then you probably have very dry skin.
The Right Cleansing Routine for Dry Skin and Really Dry Skin
The first and most important part of any skin care routine is cleansing. If you have dry skin, you will want to start with a creamy cleanser, however, if your skin is very dry then you’ll want to use a non-comedogenic oil like olive oil.
Once you’ve finished cleansing you should use a toner that is both alcohol and fragrance-free. This will help you remove any excess residue. Don’t forget to exfoliate once a week.
If you have dry skin then you shouldn’t use facial scrubs. In this case you should use chemical exfoliants such as products with AHAs or natural exfoliants. If you want a homemade exfoliant you can mix oatmeal and grapefruit juice or milk and honey.
Moisturizing is a vital part of treating dry face or dry skin. Choose a creamy cleanser and apply a moisturizer frequently during the day. If you decide to use an oil, you may not need to reapply as often, twice a day should suffice.
Moisturizing Tips to Keep in Mind
Creamy and oily cleansers and moisturizers are a good choice for dry skin care. But if you do not use them correctly, you can actually make your dry skin worse. It is important to observe the following pointers:
*Do not let the water (from daily cleansing or the shower) evaporate completely before you have a chance to put on your moisturizer. This will help keep the moisture locked in.
*Don’t take long, hot showers. Extended periods of time under the shower head will only strip away natural oils and make your skin drier.
*You should reapply your moisturizer as often as necessary.
BIOBALM is a natural, dry skin cream that can do wonders for your itchy and irritated skin. This skin care lotion is made with snail serum which is the best natural ingredient for treating dry skin problems. In fact, it is so gentle that it can be used on all skin types.
- Aileen Fitzharris
