How to Choose Cleanser for a Dry Face

In a market filled with hundreds of beauty products, from cleansers to toners, moisturizers to wrinkle-preventers and more, how do you choose the best products for your dry skin? It's generally accepted that cleansing an important first step in any daily skin care routine. Compare products and assess your skin to choose the best cleanser for a dry face. Read on to learn more.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

1. Make sure that your facial skin falls into the "dry" category. All skin is one of five types: normal, dry, oily, combination and problem skin. Dry skin tends to feel tight and constricted. This skin type also a tendency for fine lines to appear around the eyes or mouth. Immediately after washing the face, skin feels tight and dry.
2. Understand that dry skin requires a lot of moisturizing in addition to cleansing and toning. Cream-based cleansers are great for dry skin. Toners with alcohol and other drying components should always be avoided.
3. Try a few different cleansers specially formulated for dry-skin types. Many brands found at local drug stores can do the job. However, going to cosmetic and skin care counters in a department store may be beneficial as you might be able to bring several samples home before purchasing a full bottle of any one type.
4. Avoid harsh cleansers, such as bar soaps, as these can cause your skin to dry out. On the opposite end, greasy cleansers can clog pores, promote acne, and leave a film on the surface of your skin. Neither are good choices for a face that tends to run dry.
5. Follow up cleansing a dry face with liberal applications of a facial moisturizer also formulated for dry skin.

Tips & Warnings

• Know that a dry face will likely require more attention and upkeep at certain times of the year as seasons change. You'll be able to use the same cleanser, but will need to apply even more moisturizer during these times to best care for your dry skin.