What Should I Look For in a Good Moisturizer?
Question Answered By Susan - Skin Advisor
Question: I am a person that is constantly suffering from
dry and flaky skin. It seems that no matter what type of soaps
and moisturizers I use I can’t keep my skin soft and moist. Do
you have any suggestions on what I should look for in a skin
moisturizer? -Marcy from Arizona
Answer: Hi I'm Susan from ellensbeauty.com. Believe it
or not, picking a good moisturizer is much easier said than done.
The fact of the matter is that there are dozens of products out
there on the market today to choose from. If you have ever been
shopping around for a good moisturizer then you may have been
immediately overwhelmed. After calming down you probably asked
yourself- what should I be looking for in a skin moisturizer?
In case you didn’t realize it, all moisturizers are not created
the same. Knowing the key differences will allow you to pick a
moisturizer that is right for you.
The first thing that you need to do is note the manufacturer and the ingredients. It probably goes without saying that you need to get a moisturizer that is made by a reputable company- you will get what you pay for! Once you locate a few good brands you should start by comparing the major ingredients together. Make sure there is nothing in there that you are allergic to. For example, Lanolin is an ingredient that often gives people an allergic reaction. If you have sensitive skin or may be allergic you will want to steer clear of moisturizers with Lanolin. You should also be looking for a moisturizer that has sunscreen in it. One of the best ways to add additional protection to your skin and to keep it young looking is the application of moisturizer with at least SPF 30. The tough part is that many products either have no sunscreen protection in them or they have very little. It will take some shopping around to find a good moisturizer that will protect your skin from the sun. At the end of the day it will be worth it because you will be getting the maximum benefit from the moisturizer that you ultimately pick.
Make sure that you are getting a moisturizer that matches the type of skin that you have. In short, no two people have the same skin thus each person may need to use a unique moisturizer. For example, if you have oily skin then you will want to go with a moisturizer that is sold as “Oil Free.” In addition, if you have sensitive skin then you will want to buy moisturizer that is “hypoallergenic.” On top of all that, make sure to buy a moisturizer that is “non-comedogenic” if you plan on using it on or around your face. This type of moisturizer is guaranteed not to clog pores which can result in unwanted blemishes. A final thing that you should be aware of is that moisturizers with Retinol will help to make you appear younger as it will foster the development of new skin cells. There are multiple facial creams on the market today that have Retinol as the main active ingredient. Using a moisturizer with Retinol will help to give your skin a boost. After all, it is essentially supplying Vitamin A directly to the skin cells that are most in need.
All that said, if you simply take your time and pick a few moisturizers that have the above qualities you will find one that works for you in no time at all. Remember to give each one a fair chance and make sure to note how effective each one is. At the end of the process you will be left with a moisturizer that fits your exact wants and needs.
The first thing that you need to do is note the manufacturer and the ingredients. It probably goes without saying that you need to get a moisturizer that is made by a reputable company- you will get what you pay for! Once you locate a few good brands you should start by comparing the major ingredients together. Make sure there is nothing in there that you are allergic to. For example, Lanolin is an ingredient that often gives people an allergic reaction. If you have sensitive skin or may be allergic you will want to steer clear of moisturizers with Lanolin. You should also be looking for a moisturizer that has sunscreen in it. One of the best ways to add additional protection to your skin and to keep it young looking is the application of moisturizer with at least SPF 30. The tough part is that many products either have no sunscreen protection in them or they have very little. It will take some shopping around to find a good moisturizer that will protect your skin from the sun. At the end of the day it will be worth it because you will be getting the maximum benefit from the moisturizer that you ultimately pick.
Make sure that you are getting a moisturizer that matches the type of skin that you have. In short, no two people have the same skin thus each person may need to use a unique moisturizer. For example, if you have oily skin then you will want to go with a moisturizer that is sold as “Oil Free.” In addition, if you have sensitive skin then you will want to buy moisturizer that is “hypoallergenic.” On top of all that, make sure to buy a moisturizer that is “non-comedogenic” if you plan on using it on or around your face. This type of moisturizer is guaranteed not to clog pores which can result in unwanted blemishes. A final thing that you should be aware of is that moisturizers with Retinol will help to make you appear younger as it will foster the development of new skin cells. There are multiple facial creams on the market today that have Retinol as the main active ingredient. Using a moisturizer with Retinol will help to give your skin a boost. After all, it is essentially supplying Vitamin A directly to the skin cells that are most in need.
All that said, if you simply take your time and pick a few moisturizers that have the above qualities you will find one that works for you in no time at all. Remember to give each one a fair chance and make sure to note how effective each one is. At the end of the process you will be left with a moisturizer that fits your exact wants and needs.
