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Effective Moisturizing Tips for Your Skin

Nowadays it is really a must to take good care of our skin. Overexposure to sunlight, polluted air, wind, free radicals or other harsh chemicals like chlorine can really cause damage to the skin. Since our skin is the largest and much prone to damages, it is a great measure to start and take good care of our skin and retain its natural moisture. With this in mind, we must remember that there are several ways to make a habitual practice of skin care regimen like exfoliating, cleansing, toning as well as moisturizing our skin to bring out the naturalness, and keep the skin smooth, healthy and looking fab.

Here are some useful and effective moisturizing tips for your skin that would be best for you to follow if you want to keep a healthy, fabulous and more manageable skin:

  • Apply moisturizer to lock the moisture into the skin, do this after every shower or bath.
  • For oily skin, choose an oil-free water-based moisturizer solution.
  • For dry skin, choose a thick oil-based moisturizer.
  • For overly sensitive skin, choose a gentle, hypoallergenic and fragrance free moisturizer.
  • Alternate between water based and oil-based moisturizer, if you have a combination skin.
  • Do not apply moisturizer too often because this can result to clogged pores.
  • Besides the face, try to give attention to other parts of your body. Moisturizing is also vital to dry elbows, knees, legs, breasts, and other areas that are prone to flaking and chapping.
  • Mature skin may also benefit largely from moisturizing products that contains alpha-hydroxy acids, selenium or or tropoelastin.
  • Choose a moisturizer that has low level of sunscreen, like SPF15, to prevent negative effects of UV rays.
  • Choose a moisturizer that contains more Vit. A and VIt. E to keep the skins’ strength and vitality.

Therefore, it is never too late to start moisturizing your skin and protect it from signs of aging. Start this vital protection habit to keep skin and overall skin health renewal. Consult a healthcare provider or a beautician for more educated suggestion or advice if you find it difficult to select the appropriate moisturizer for your skin type.

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