How to Moisturize the Skin Below the Surface
Moisturizers put back, temporarily, what nature, hot water and age reduce -- natural oils. A good moisturizer will alleviate dryness and itch, but lotions and creams can only go so far. To satisfy skin's deep thirst, you'll need to use products that replenish lipid barriers. Depending on your skin's condition, it may take time to get moisturization to the deeper skin layers. However, with adjustments to your skin care and a holistic approach, you'll have stronger, more supple skin. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Exfoliating facial scrub
- Facial serum with amino acids
- Facial moisturizer
- Exfoliating body scrub
- Washcloth or shower poof
- Deep hydrating moisturizer
- Soft towel
- Omega-3 fish oil capsules
Instructions
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Facial Moisturizing
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Dampen your face with cool water. Squirt a dime-sized amount of exfoliating facial scrub onto your fingertips. Rub the scrub into your skin to remove dead skin cells. This will make your skin smoother and more able to receive moisturizer.
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Apply a restorative facial serum with amino acids to your skin to restore skin damage. Allow the serum to soak into the skin for one minute before continuing.
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Dab a fingertip amount of moisturizing cream onto your face, and rub it into your skin.
Body Moisturizing
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Wet your body in the shower with warm, not hot, water. Squirt a quarter-sized amount of exfoliating body scrub onto a wet washcloth or shower poof.
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Scrub your skin with the soapy cloth or the poof, removing the dead skin cells from your body. Rinse your skin clean.
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Step out of the shower and pat your skin dry with a soft towel. Apply a moisturizing body lotion containing vitamin E to your body skin.
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Tips & Warnings
Drink plenty of water daily to hydrate your skin from the inside out.
Take one 500-mg Omega 3 fish oil capsule daily to keep your skin healthier.
References
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