Should I moisturize my face after cleansing every time?
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Dove answered:Cleansing can remove essential moisture from skin, especially if you are using a harsh soap. By using a mild cleanser followed by a moisturizer each time you wash, you can help your skin to retain its natural moisture. A good moisturizer will create a protective barrier that prevents water from evaporating and drying out your face.
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Cleansing can remove essential moisture from skin, especially if you are using a harsh soap. By using a mild cleanser followed by a moisturizer each time you wash, you can help your skin to retain its natural moisture. A good moisturizer will create... More -
Dr. Heidi Waldorf of The Mount Sinai Medical Center answered:Exposure to water actually dries the skin as it evaporates. When the skin becomes too dry, it loses the important protein and lipid brick and mortar building blocks that make the stratum corneum,, the protective outer skin barrier. Applying a moisturizer after cleansing seals in moisture and helps maintain a healthy skin barrier. Look for a product containing a potent humectant like glycerin or hyaluronic acid to pull in moisture from the environment above and living skin layers below and an emollient like dimethicone or cyclomethicone to seal the spaces between skin cells and produce a silky feel. If your skin is very dry, make sure it also contains an occlusive ingredient like petrolatum or an oil to keep moisture from evaporating.Exposure to water actually dries the skin as it evaporates. When the skin becomes too dry, it loses the important protein and lipid brick and mortar building blocks that make the stratum corneum,, the protective outer skin barrier. Applying a... More
