Skin moisturization

Summary

Effectiveness

3/3

Appropriate care effectively improves dryness, suppleness and comfort. The benefit is especially visible when the skin lacks water.

Accessibility

3/3

An affordable cream and quick application are often enough. The procedure is easily integrated after cleansing, without multiplying serums or accessories.

A moisturizer helps the skin retain water in its surface layer and lose less through evaporation. It can thus reduce tightness, small scales and rough appearance, while making the skin more supple. Choose a texture that you like to use: rather light if your face shines easily, richer if it remains dry or uncomfortable. Oily skin may also need hydration, especially after aggressive cleansing or certain treatments.

Apply your treatment after cleansing, adapting the quantity and frequency to your comfort. Damp skin is suitable for many moisturizers, but follow the directions specific to your formula. In the morning, complete with a suitable sun protection if your treatment does not provide one.

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Sources

  1. How to pick the right moisturizer for your skin (new tab)
  2. Dermatologists' top tips for relieving dry skin (new tab)
  3. Does dietary fluid intake affect skin hydration in healthy humans? A systematic literature review (new tab)
  4. Crème Hydratante Visage | Soin Visage | CeraVe (new tab)

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