Instructions for using moisturizer

Moisturizing cream helps prevent, treat dry skin, protect sensitive skin, improve skin texture and hide imperfections. However, you need to try a few different moisturizer products to find the right moisturizer for you.

At its most basic level, moisturizers hold water in the outermost layer of the skin. Most moisturizers are water-based lotions, creams, gels, and serums. These products contain ingredients that draw water into the skin (humectants) – such as glycerin, lactic acid, or urea, and other ingredients that smooth the skin (emollients) like lanolin, sunflower oil, and jojoba oil .
You may want to try different moisturizers to find the right ones for your skin type. You may decide to use one cream for your eyes and neck and another for the rest of your body. You may also want to choose moisturizers that are easy to apply and won't leave white casts on your skin.
The best moisturizer for you depends on many factors, including your skin type, age, and whether you have a specific medical condition, such as acne. Consider the following to choose the right product:
Normal skin . Normal skin is neither too dry nor too oily. To maintain this natural moisture balance, use a water-based moisturizer that has a light, non-greasy feel. These moisturizers often contain light oils or silicone-derived ingredients, like cyclomethicone.

Dry skin: Dry skin tends to be flaky, itchy, or rough. To restore moisture to dry skin, choose a stronger, oil-based moisturizer that contains ingredients that help retain water. If you've tried moisturizer but still feel dry, especially on your legs, feet, arms, and hands, look for products that contain lactic acid or lactic acid and urea as the ingredients. For very dry and chapped skin: look for ointments with petroleum jelly (Vaseline, Aquaphor). These products stay on the skin longer than other lotions and are more effective at reducing water loss in the skin. If this product is too greasy to use during the day, use it at bedtime. Oily Skin: Shiny, oily and acne-prone skin. Oily skin still needs moisture, especially after using skin care products that remove oil and dry out the skin. A light moisturizer can also help protect your skin after washing your face. Skincare products often contain a higher percentage of water than creams, are easier to apply, and less likely to aggravate acne-prone skin. Choose a gentle, water-based product that's labeled oil-free or hypoallergenic, which means it won't clog pores. If you are prone to acne, avoid using products on your face that contain petroleum jelly, cocoa butter, or coconut oil. If your skin is very oily, try using sunscreen instead of moisturizer. Combination skin: Combination skin has dry and oily areas. For example, the forehead, nose, or chin may be oily, but the cheeks are dry. Try a medium-weight moisturizer combined with a broad-spectrum sunscreen. Or use a light moisturizer on the face and a heavier one on the arms and legs.

Sensitive Skin : Sensitive skin is prone to irritation, redness, itching or rashes. Look for a moisturizer that contains soothing ingredients, such as chamomile or aloe. Choose gentle products that are labeled as hypoallergenic, fragrance-free, and made for sensitive skin. Note that products labeled unscented can still irritate your skin, as they may contain masking fragrances. You should also avoid products that contain acids, which can irritate sensitive skin. Aging Skin: As you age, your skin tends to become thinner, drier, less elastic, and less able to protect itself against damage. To keep your skin soft and well-hydrated, choose an oil-based moisturizer with petroleum jelly to help retain moisture. Moisturizing can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and make them less visible. To prevent flaky, scaly skin, you can choose products that contain antioxidants or alpha hydroxy acids. Moisturizers are often the base ingredient of anti-wrinkle creams, with added retinoids, antioxidants, peptides, or other ingredients.

Form a simple and regular skin care routine with regular moisturizer:
You should find a moisturizer that suits your skin type and makes your skin softer. You may need to try a few different products and with different ingredients before you find the right product for you. Protect skin from the sun. Apply sunscreen daily and all year round. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Reapply every two hours and after swimming or sweating. You can choose a moisturizer or cosmetic that contains sunscreen. It is not necessary to buy expensive brands. Just because a moisturizer is expensive doesn't mean it's more effective than a less expensive product. Many of the ingredients added to these expensive brands have questionable value and may include perfumes, dyes, or other ingredients that don't help moisturize and protect the skin. Wash often and gently. Wash your face daily and after sweating. Use warm water and a mild cleanser, or just water. When bathing, avoid using loofahs and pumice stones. Use fragrance-free bath oils and mild soaps or shower gels with extra moisturizer. Rinse skin thoroughly after using these products. Limit bathing to no more than once a day and no more than 5 to 10 minutes. Apply moisturizer while skin is still damp. After showering or shaving, dry your skin with a towel to retain moisture. Then apply a moisturizer to help retain water in the skin. Depending on your skin type, you may want to reapply your moisturizer two to three times a day, or more often as needed. Moisturize your hands every time you wash them. Use a heavy moisturizer and an appropriate oil. Don't use heavy moisturizers on your face unless you're extremely dry. You can use baby oil or heavy moisturizers on your hands and feet, as these areas tend to be drier. Apply moisturizer after applying the cream. If you use medicated creams such as corticosteroids or tacrolimus (Protopic), wait at least 30 minutes before applying moisturizer. Check the medication leaflet for specific instructions. If moisturizing regularly does not improve your skin condition or you discover new skin problems, see your doctor or dermatologist for an examination and advice.
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Source: mayoclinic.org