If you are constantly confused as to which is the best body moisturiser to use or more importantly which is the best for your particular skin type then this article will help you to choose the right product and tell you what you should be looking for in a body lotion to cater to your individual needs.
Knowing what skin type you have is key to choosing the correct body lotion.
SKIN TYPES.
Normal skin - indications include : Skin with an even tone that appears smooth, feels soft and does not suffer from dryness, blemishes, etc.
Oily skin - indications include : Skin that is prone to blemishes and breakouts especially on the back, chest and shoulders, extreme cases of oily skin can be prone to acne.
Dry skin - indications include : Skin that is prone to dry, rough patches and irritates easily, extreme cases of dry skin can be prone to eczema or psoriasis.
There are of course exceptions to these 3 skin types, you could have a combination of the 3 types for example, you may have dry skin on your legs and arms but oily skin on your back and chest, or you may have mostly oily skin with a few dry patches. By using the above indicators you can determine which skin type you have, if you have combination skin you may need to use 2 different moisturisers, read on to find out which ingredients work best for different skin types.
WHAT PRODUCTS TO USE FOR YOUR SKIN TYPE
Normal Skin : If you have this skin type you are extremely lucky! You may think that because you don't have skin problems that you do not need to moisturize regularly and people with this skin type often neglect their skin. You do however need to keep your skin hydrated to keep it smooth and supple, you should be using a light textured, vitamin enriched body lotion with cucumber or aloe vera to keep your skin supple and beautiful.
Oily Skin : If you have oily skin you may be wary of using moisturizers but there are lots of body lotions that are formulated for this skin type that will not block your pores so knowing the right ingredients to look for in a moisturizer is key. Use a light, oil free, noncomedogenic ( does not block pores ), ph balanced body lotion containing zinc and retin A or lemongrass to keep your skin oil free and beautiful.
Dry Skin : If you have dry skin you need to use a fragrance free, rich textured body lotion containing vitamin E, honey extract, shea butter or neem oil to keep your skin smooth, soft and beautiful.
Articles on how to manage eczema or acne prone skin are upcoming.
Check the archive for more great beauty tips and tricks.
Knowing what skin type you have is key to choosing the correct body lotion.
SKIN TYPES.
Normal skin - indications include : Skin with an even tone that appears smooth, feels soft and does not suffer from dryness, blemishes, etc.
Oily skin - indications include : Skin that is prone to blemishes and breakouts especially on the back, chest and shoulders, extreme cases of oily skin can be prone to acne.
Dry skin - indications include : Skin that is prone to dry, rough patches and irritates easily, extreme cases of dry skin can be prone to eczema or psoriasis.
There are of course exceptions to these 3 skin types, you could have a combination of the 3 types for example, you may have dry skin on your legs and arms but oily skin on your back and chest, or you may have mostly oily skin with a few dry patches. By using the above indicators you can determine which skin type you have, if you have combination skin you may need to use 2 different moisturisers, read on to find out which ingredients work best for different skin types.
WHAT PRODUCTS TO USE FOR YOUR SKIN TYPE
Normal Skin : If you have this skin type you are extremely lucky! You may think that because you don't have skin problems that you do not need to moisturize regularly and people with this skin type often neglect their skin. You do however need to keep your skin hydrated to keep it smooth and supple, you should be using a light textured, vitamin enriched body lotion with cucumber or aloe vera to keep your skin supple and beautiful.
Oily Skin : If you have oily skin you may be wary of using moisturizers but there are lots of body lotions that are formulated for this skin type that will not block your pores so knowing the right ingredients to look for in a moisturizer is key. Use a light, oil free, noncomedogenic ( does not block pores ), ph balanced body lotion containing zinc and retin A or lemongrass to keep your skin oil free and beautiful.
Dry Skin : If you have dry skin you need to use a fragrance free, rich textured body lotion containing vitamin E, honey extract, shea butter or neem oil to keep your skin smooth, soft and beautiful.
Articles on how to manage eczema or acne prone skin are upcoming.
Check the archive for more great beauty tips and tricks.
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