Every beauty and health articles talk constantly
of moisturizing. The hype about moisturizing
your skin became constant in every known beauty
and health regimen. Is there really truth in
the benefit of daily moisturizing your skin?
Our skin is our body’s largest organ. Caring
for it properly will have a very big impact on
our over-all well-being. Cleansing, toning,
moisturizing and protecting your skin are a must
that we must all conform to religiously.
If truth be told, all health care professionals
and beauty experts agree that moisturizing your
skin will actually help maintain your skin’s
natural moisture. Moisturizers work as a
protective sealant against the harsh elements in
the environment and the daily wear and tear
caused by our lifestyle.
By itself, dry skin is not the major cause of
wrinkles and other signs of skin aging. However,
since dry skin has a decreased capacity to heal,
it is far more susceptible to various forms of
skin damage such as sun exposure or harsh
detergents. Furthermore, dry skin is also more
prone to skin infections and irritants because
it has many tiny cracks allowing the offenders
to sneak in. Skin dryness tends to increase
with age. Most people over forty have some
degree of skin dryness and need to moisturize.
Skin dryness tends to be particularly severe in
women near, during or after menopause -
apparently due to low level of estrogens.
Moisturizers are the traditional staple of skin
care products line. Others may consider it the
centerpiece of anti-aging skin care, while
others may plainly just set its values aside.
Special moisturizing care for our skin is needed
when the humidity is relatively low because it
promotes faster evaporation of skin moisture.
Dry weather and indoor heating season also calls
special attention to moisturizing.
Moisturizers help in hydrating your skin by
preventing the water from escaping or by slowly
releasing water into your skin. However, it is
best to remember that inside and outside
moisturizing is necessary for best results.
Keeping the body well hydrated is as important
part of a beauty regimen as well as using those
creams and lotions that everyone is fond of.
Adequate fluid intake is the key as well as
balanced diet and proper exercise.
Protecting your skin from the sun can help you
retain that moisture and reduce your risks of
many skin diseases.
Before starting on any beauty regimen, it is
always wise to keep in mind your skin type. In
this way, you will know what products are best
for your skin. Consult with your dermatologist
so you will know if you are in certain risk of
allergic reactions and sensitivity to most of
skin care products ingredients.
