Sunday, November 6, 2011

Back to Basics: Moisturizers


The importance of moisture to the skin is often under-estimated in the skin health industry. While hydrators may not offer a miracle sure, achieving and maintaining skin moisture levels is imperative to the treatment of all skin conditions.

Everyone needs at least one hydrating product, and it is wise to have several options available. The search for appropriate hydrators for your skin type can be challenging since there are so many products on the market. Here are some of our moisturizers:

Restorative Treatment Cream — ideal for dry, delicate, mature skin; not for oily skin
Clearskin — great for oily, acne-prone skin
Sheer Hydration — light, SPF 15; for all skin types
Men’s Total Defense — for all skin types, calming hydrator with SPF 25
Emollience — good overnight hydrator for dry, mature skin
Hydrating B5 Gel — popular, non-greasy hydrator for all skin types; contains Vitamin B5
Hydrator Plus — great for dry skin; with SPF 30
Protecting Hydrator — non-oily; light moisture with a matte finish; with SPF 30

While some evaporation through the epidermis (permeable outer barrier of the skin) is necessary, overexposure to UV rays, extreme temperatures and aggressive product use can lead to barrier dysfunction. Symptoms are dry, flaky skin with a dull appearance. The use of moisturizers will help hydrate the skin and help the epidermis maintain a natural and balanced moisture level.

Contact us for more information about the moisturizers we recommend: 513.772.2442

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