The moisturising body creams are part of our beauty routines. We don't usually pay too much attention and automatically apply them all over the body and that's it! But are you getting enough out of your body creams and how do you apply them correctly? How to make the best use of its benefits?
In today's post we discuss some essential tips for applying body creams and getting great results in a short time.
Tips for applying moisturising body creams
#1- Finding the best option for your skin
Avoid moisturising creams that do not specify the type of skin for which they are recommended. The concept: "for all skin types", will not address your needs in depth.
As for the type of packaging, containers with a dispenser are better, as the properties of the product are better preserved and impurities are prevented from getting into the cream.
#2- Put them all over the body
The body cream is designed for all the skin on your body, so don't forget to apply it to any area: they all need to be cared for and moisturised. As you know, for facial skin you should use a specific cream, as this area requires more delicate products.
#3- Prioritising difficult areas
On your body, there are more damaged areas where you should be more generous in the amount of product you apply. Elbows, knees and soles of the feet are areas thirsty for moisturising body creams.
#4- Spread with movements that stimulate blood circulation.
Caring for your skin with moisturising body creams is a pampering ritual. Put all your attention into it and you will get better results. Place an almond-sized amount in the palm of your hand. Rub both palms together and then rub them over your skin to apply the product well.
Make circular movements in the area of the buttocks, abdomen and shoulders. On the arms and legs, the movement is from the bottom upwards.
Your hands massaging the skin will stimulate blood circulation in the epidermis and facilitate the absorption of the cream. Apply as many times as necessary to each area. Massage until you see that all the cream is absorbed and there are no white streaks.
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#5- Do body scrub or peel every 15 days
Our skin exfoliates naturally and gently through showers, rubbing against clothes, contact with surfaces, air... We lose the dead cells from the outside of the epidermis and new ones emerge. It is a continuous process that slows down as we get older. Therefore, to have radiant skin, it is advisable to do the following peels every 15 days. This way, you will apply the cream better to the tissues and they will receive its benefits better.
Attention, very important: first of all, find out about the specific care for peeling according to your skin type. Not all skin types are suitable for peeling and you must take into account whether it is oily skin, dry or prone to irritation. For example, for dry skin that needs a lot of nourishment our body cream with Rosehip is ideal. Do not hesitate to try it if your skin has these characteristics.
#6- Avoid mixtures of products
Do you use anti-cellulite creams or do you apply a stain removal treatment? In the areas where you use a specific product in search of a specific result, it is not necessary to apply moisturising creams.
Mixing products with each other may hinder the desired results. Mix products only if indicated by the manufacturer because it is a single cosmetic line.
#7- Define frequency: 1 or 2 times a day?
Moisturising body cream is recommended to be applied after showering. If you shower in the morning, this is a good time to apply the creams immediately afterwards. And if you also take a shower before going to bed, you can moisturise again: just pour a little water on your skin is enough (no soap needed) and then your moisturising ritual.
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#8- Choosing the right timing
Imagine you want to varnish a table but it is full of grease, dirt and grime. Wouldn't the first thing you would do be to clean the surface of the table before applying the varnish? Well, the same is true when it comes to creams.
Ideally, apply creams after showering for two reasons: the skin is clean and the pores are more open, This allows the moisturising active ingredients to penetrate more deeply.
As you can see, applying creams that moisturise the skin of your body increase their flexibility as well as helping her to regenerate and become stronger to cope with all external stressors.
