Moisturizer
The skin is the largest organ of the human body and has to
deal with the most problems from the environment around us.
The skin has to cope with a number of things we put it through
from cuts and grazes to too much sunlight exposure.
Too much
sun light exposure can cause skin cancer and dry up our skins
surface, leaving it rough and dehydrated. Therefore it is
important to keep your skin hydrated by applying moisturizer
everyday.
Moisturizers are cosmetic products which are used to help
hydrate the skin from any water loss or shortage that the
skin may suffer from. In order to keep skin hydrated and in
good condition, the skin needs both water and the right amount
of oil.
Therefore if the skin is lacking one of these aspects
then the skin is going to suffer. Moisturizers contain both
of these characteristics.
There are two main types of moisturizer, both having different
purposes. These are, an oil-in-water based emulsion and a
water-in-oil based emulsion.
Oil-in-water based emulsions
contain humectants which are good for the skin because it
attracts water from the surroundings and therefore hydrates
you skin. In saying this, humectants can attract too much
water and therefore dry up your skin.
The moisturizer lotions or creams that are available on the
market today tend to be the water-in-oil based emulsions which
trap the moisture in the skin.
They are known as dehydrating
creams. By forming an occlusive film on the skins surface,
this forms a barrier preventing water loss.
It is very important to use a moisturizer that suits your
skin type and needs. Some moisturizers available are specifically
designed to suits peoples needs that may have very dry and
sensitive skin.
The amount of oil is dependent upon the skin
type for which the skin type is formulated. It is usually
found that most available products are water-based, containing
little oil and are aimed at the more well-balanced and general
normal skin type that people have.
Moisturizers tend not to be used on oily skins because they
tend to cause spots. If you do suffer from dry skin though
and you do want to apply a moisturizer, then there are oil-free
moisturizers available. They contain synthetic ingredients
instead of animal fat, vegetable oils and mineral oils.
The effects of the external and surrounding environment cause
the skin to dry up and cause loss of water. Therefore the
application of moisturizers to your skin is definitely worth
while and it is thought that even if you do have normal, dry
skin you should apply a moisturizer everyday, on a regular
basis.
For women, moisturizers give a smooth finish before applying
make-up. By using a light-moisturizing cream allows make-up
to be applied easier.
When considering the term moisturizer we instantly think
of the face because that is where the bodies skin is most
exposed to the surrounding environment.
But many products
are available out there which also help moisturize the hands
and the rest of your body. They specifically target the roughness
and dryness that the hands get like, once they are exposed
to the coldness and everyday usage your hands get put through.
Looking after your skin is essential part of having a healthy
life. So take care of your skin and keep it hydrated and smooth
by applying a moisturizer that suits your need, everyday.
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