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Moisturizer is a common skincare product chosen by many. Not only facial moisturizers, but also body, hand, and foot moisturizers have become very popular with various product lines. Choose the right type of moisturizer and use them wisely to enhance moisturizing effectiveness and achieve smooth, hydrated skin even in winter.
1. Always Cleanse Your Skin Before Applying Moisturizer
After bathing or using a facial cleanser, pat your skin dry with a soft towel. Make sure your skin is still slightly damp as this is the best time to use moisturizers. Dirt, oil have been removed, pores are still slightly open, and moisturizer nutrients will easily absorb and work. Conversely, applying moisturizer on uncleansed skin increases the risk of bacterial infection, irritation, acne, allergies, or skin damage.
2. Exfoliate Regularly
Daily bathing or facial cleansing only removes dirt, impurities, sebum, and some surface dead cells from the skin. To completely clean the skin, you should combine it with exfoliating products. Depending on your skincare needs, you can choose products specifically for the face or for the whole body. This cleansing step will remove old, rough, and dull skin cells in areas such as elbows, knees, helping the skin look fresher, and cleaner.
3. Apply a thin layer of moisturizer and gently massage
Gentle massage while applying moisturizer is necessary for the moisturizer to be fully absorbed into the skin. Apply a thin layer of moisturizer evenly over the entire surface of the skin, avoiding the situation where the skin area has a thick layer of moisturizer that clogs pores or the area with a too thin layer of moisturizer that is not enough to be effective.
4. Choose the Right Type of Moisturizer
In addition to determining the type of moisturizer suitable for each skin type, you also need to pay attention to the purpose and time of using the moisturizer. Day moisturizers should be gel or milk-based, fast-absorbing, non-greasy, and comfortable when going out. On the other hand, night moisturizers should have a denser texture, moisturize well, and maintain their effects longer.
5. Use the Correct Dosage as Directed
Each type of moisturizer has different ingredients and usage dosages. Besides, the skin also has the ability to absorb an adequate amount of nutrients within a certain period of time. Avoid applying too much moisturizer, even if the skin is dry or very dry. A thick layer of moisturizer on the skin for hours will prevent the skin from breathing, causing discomfort or even irritation and damage to the skin.
