IF DRY SKIN IS DRIVING YOU CRAZY, CHECK OUT THESE SOOTHING SOLUTIONS.
Scaly patches, itchy spots, redness and irritation — there’s nothing fun about the symptoms of dry skin. Learn how to combat it with these simple tips to give your skin a healthy glow.
Question: When it’s hot out, I don’t want to put on a heavy moisturizer. What can I do?
Answer: Finding a moisturizer or lotion that is not heavy is a frequent frustration in the summer or for those who live in a warm climate year-round. Rubbing on a thick cream can be the last thing you want on a hot summer day. Enter, St. Ives® Fresh Hydration Lotion Spray – yes, that’s right, a lotion in a light spray form. Its made with grapefruit extracts and Vitamin C and is perfect for keeping summer skin healthy-looking, and you can bring summer citrus into your shower too with the new St. Ives® Even & Bright Pink Lemon & Mandarin Orange Body Wash.
Question: Can overcleansing cause dryness?
Answer: “Using harsh cleansers is a common cause of skin dryness,” says Tanya Kormeili, M.D., a board–certified dermatologist. “Basically, skin can lose its natural moisture from overexposure to water, soap, alcohol, antiseptics or the elements. Using gentle cleansers, instead of harsh soaps, is a great way to help combat that,” she says.
Question: How important is drinking water to good skin health?
Answer: Drink up! Your skin will thank you. “While the water we drink does not go into the skin directly,” Kormeili says, “hydration is vital for our overall internal health. Since skin is a body organ like any other, it needs nutrition, hydration and care.”
Tip: Bored by plain water? Add lemon or cucumber slices to ice water for a tasty and hydrating beverage.
Question: Should I use moisturizer with sunscreen, or plain sunscreen?
Answer: Facial moisturizer that contains sunscreen is great for applying before makeup, as it’s lighter and less greasy than traditional suntan lotion. Use it daily the way you would any moisturizer to protect against sun damage and to keep skin moisturized and smooth.
Tip: Simple Skincare® Protecting Light Moisturizer SPF 15 has UV protection and feels light and fresh. It hydrates while safeguarding your skin from the sun.
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