?The Most Important by Most Overlooked Moisturizer-Facial Moisturizers

Posted on March 17, 2010
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Regardless of what type of skin we have, all need protection at one time or another. Although not too many people have normal skin, even those with normal skin need help from the sun, aging and our every day environment. We can get all sorts of health and beauty aids to slow down the aging process on our bodies, but the part of the body that seems to need the most protection is our faces. This is because while most parts of our body are covered with clothes, our faces are exposed to everything, including the elements of weather. This is why it is so important to use facial moisturizers. Many people use moisturizers of some kind, but facial moisturizers are seldom used as often and others are.

There are so many facial moisturizers on the market today that you’ll have a hard time deciding which is best for your skin. The best facial moisturizer you can get is one that not only hydrates your skin but also protects it from further dehydration. The reason this is so important is that dehydration is the largest reason for dry skin. We lose water and natural oils in our daily lives, but a good facial moisturizer will not prevent them from leaving but will help to regenerate new moisture. The main purpose of facial moisturizers is to help the skin function as it should whether it’s being subject to cold, wind or any other elements. Facial moisturizers can come in the form of serums, lotions or creams. Basically, facial moisturizers are made up of two kinds: those with oil-in-water emulsions and those with water-in-oil emulsions.

Oil-in-water emulsions are a drop of oil mixed with a watery base such as how salad dressing is made. If you have salad dressing that is in the refrigerator not being used, you’ll notice how the oil and water separate until you shake the bottle. With oil-in-water moisturizers, the chemists work hard to make sure this separation doesn’t take place with the help of stabilizing agents. Water-in-oil emulsions are the opposite. They are a droplet of water mixed in an oil base. While this type may be greasier, it works best for dry skin, especially on the hands. Oil-in-water is usually preferred for facial moisturizers because most people don’t want their faces excessively greasy.

One of the best-reviewed facial moisturizers is Neutrogena Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Cream. This cream is fragrance-free as well as oil-free and comes with an SPF 15 sunscreen. One of the ingredients, which make it so effective, is retinol, which helps to reduce wrinkles and lines. Another highly rated moisturizer is Dove Sensitive Facial Lotion, which also comes fragrance and oil-free and with a sunscreen. This lotion is great for sensitive skin.

?Moisturizers for Your Healthy Skin

Posted on March 16, 2010
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Moisturizers are a combination of different chemical agents designed to make your skin softer by adding to its moisture content. When we have dry skin, it’s usually because our skin lacks the correct amount of natural oils and water. Moisturizers help to put some of this moisture back into the skin. There are many types of moisturizers available today on the market. Many people choose to make up their own moisturizers with pharmacy or natural ingredients. Moisturizers are often used for dry or sensitive skin, although they also make moisturizers for oily skin as well. Good moisturizers should not burn or irritate your skin in any way. When trying moisturizers make sure they consist of three characteristics: they should feel good, smell good and not feel greasy when you put them on.

Cetaphil moisturizing lotion is a very popular lotion to help with dry sensitive skin. It’s made with extra-strength emollients and ingredients that prevent the loss of moisture as well as holding the moisture to the skin. It’s fragrance-free so you won’t experience any skin irritations. Macadamia nut oil is one of the main ingredients in Cetaphil moisturizers. Many women use this at night and find their skin still soft and pliable in the morning. You don’t need to use very much of this moisturizer to see results so it lasts a long time.

Another good moisturizer is Olay Regenerist Night Recovery Moisture Treatment. It’s used every night before bedtime and the morning brings a face that feels smooth and looks like it had a facelift during the night. The Amino-Peptide Complex works in a timed-release way to keep working on your skin all through the night. Eucerin Extra Protective Moisture Lotion is one lotion recommended by dermatologist. Included with the other great qualities are its SPF 30, which will give you extra protection and care for your dry sensitive skin. Dove Sensitive Essentials Lotion is a great lotion for your skin. A no-frill lotion that’s great for your skin and sells for a reasonable inexpensive price, you’ll love this lotion. As far as moisturizers go, Dove has been around for a long time satisfying customers with their lotions, creams and soaps, all which are great for sensitive skin.

Moisturizers are an excellent way to help your skin to retain the natural water and oils it loses in every day activities. What many don’t realize is that to be most effective, moisturizers should be used on a regular basis, not just when you think you need them. Often a doctor or dermatologist can recommend the best type of moisturizer based on your skin type and needs.

?Find the Right Clinique Moisturizers for Your Skin Type

Posted on March 14, 2010
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Almost everyone has had the need for moisturizers at one time or another. Although most people think moisturizers are just for dry skin, there are also moisturizers made for oily skin as well. Clinique moisturizers come in a variety of styles for every need and every skin condition. Clinique moisturizers are not “generic” moisturizers that are “one size fits all”. Clinique is very dedicated to getting the right moisturizer for your skin type. They provide testing for each individual to determine what their skin type and tone is so they can recommend the right product for each individual.

One of Clinique Moisturizers that is not only very popular, but works very well is the Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion. Complete with a pump for easy use, this lotion was voted the best lotion by Glamour Magazine in 2006. This lotion is the optimal balance in moisture for your skin, whether you have dry sensitive skin or are bothered by oil. All you have to do is apply this lotion to your face twice a day and you’ll find very quick results. This very effective product, Dramatically Different, also comes in a gel. Both of these come in your choice of a tube or pump.

Another of the great Clinique Moisturizers is the new Continuous Rescue Antioxidant Moisturizer. This moisturizer, which consists of eight different antioxidants, works well with Clinique’s 3-step skin care system or by itself. Not only does this moisturizer help make the skin moist and smooth, but helps to stop the nasty signs of age. The antioxidants work in a delayed release method that keeps going all day long. Unlike some cheaper brands of moisturizers, this moisturizer will not disappear an hour after it’s been applied. Those that have used one of these lines of Clinique moisturizers state their skin looked younger, felt softer and had a fresh clean appearance.
Continuous Released moisturizers are available for extra dry to dry skin, normal skin, oily skin and combination type skin.

Yet another of the great Clinique moisturizers is the Superdefense Triple Action Moisturizer with SPF 25. Superdefense is not only a moisturizer to add moisture to your skin, but a sunscreen as well. It neutralizes the effects of UVB rays while rebuilding the natural defenses of your skin. Like most of the Clinique moisturizers, there is a moisturizer made for every skin type from extra dry to oily skin. Each type of moisturizer sold by Clinique has the correct ingredients made to help give you the healthy skin you deserve and want.

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