Everyone knows that if you want healthy, beautiful skin, you need to moisturize regularly. But do you really understand what a moisturizer does? A hydrating face moisturizer’s primary function is to provide moisture to dry skin and prevent it from drying out again. It not only replenishes moisture that has been lost, but it also helps to prevent further loss.
Some people claim that moisturizers can cause your pores to clog which is a common cause of acne. However the truth is that when your skin becomes dry, it signals your glands to create more oil, which clogs your pores and leads to breakouts. So, keeping skin hydrated can actually help it avoid creating more oil than it requires.
Apart from that, having hydrated skin can help you avoid skin aging as hydration enhances skin elasticity and prevents wrinkles and fine lines. You can also soothe down irritated or red skin by applying gentle moisturizers which aid in skin healing.
So how often do you apply moisturizers? NOT EVERYONE MAY KNOW that it’s ideal to moisturize twice a day, but is it also a good idea to moisturize before bed? Yes! But wait at least 30 minutes for it to absorb into your skin before sleeping to avoid rubbing it off on your pillow! MOISTURE UP
