How to Moisturize Skin Overnight

There are a few simple ways to moisturize the skin overnight.

Many people suffer from dry skin. Dry skin is uncomfortable and often rough. In some cases, it is itchy and irritated as well. The sebaceous glands on the skin secrete sebum, natural oil that lubricates the skin. But habits such as long hot baths or showers, excessive sun exposure, living in overheated homes and not using a moisturizer regularly all contribute to dry skin. However, there are ways to counteract these habits and moisturize the skin overnight.

Things You'll Need

• Body lotion, moisturizer or oil
• Humidifier

Instructions

1. Take a shower or bath in the evening. Use warm water. Hot water is drying to the skin. Cold water is uncomfortable for some people.

2. Apply a liberal amount of body lotion or moisturizer while your skin is still damp. Massage the lotion into the skin. Damp skin absorbs moisturizers better.

3. Apply body oil to the skin as an alternative. Baby oil or other oils are all effective in lubricating the skin. Oils help the body to retain skin moisture better than lotions.

4. Use a humidifier to add more moisture to the room. The humid air helps to hydrate the skin while you sleep, making skin less dry.

References

• Mayo Clinic: Dry Skin: Lifestyle and Home remedies