Benefits Of Moisturiser
Besides ensuring that dry, flaky skin stays well off the agenda, keeping your complexion well-hydrated goes a long way towards helping treat and prevent other issues like signs of ageing, and even breakouts (more on this further below).
Moisturisers also strengthen the skin’s natural protective barrier.
How To Use Moisturiser
Applying moisturiser couldn’t be easier.
Simply dispense some of your product onto clean fingers and smooth into your face using gentle patting motions in an upward, circular manner.
Not sure how much to use? A generous dollop - around the size of a 20-cent piece - is a good ballpark measure.
Check the back of your product’s packaging for further advice as this recommendation can differ between formulas.
When Do I Apply Moisturiser
Moisturiser is normally the last step in your skincare routine and you’ll want to apply it post-cleansing, following any other serums or treatment products.
If you’re needing even more moisture, you can add a few drops of facial oil on top to really lock it all in.
It’s also thought that it’s best to moisturise within one minute of cleansing to ensure the skin soaks up as much hydration as possible – so once you’ve washed your face or taken a shower, don’t delay applying your skincare.
How Often Should You Moisturise Your Face?
As a general rule of thumb, it’s best to moisturise as often as you cleanse – if you’re cleansing morning and night, that means twice a day.
How Often Should You Moisturise Dry Skin?
If your skin is dry, you may feel like you need a little extra hydration. Therefore, If you’re dealing with particularly dry skin, you might also like to consider adding an extra layer of moisturiser right before bed to give your face an extra hydration hit to see you through the night. We also suggest doing regular hydrating masks to really give your dry skin some moisture, our personal favourite moisturiser mask for dry skin? Aspect Probiotic Mask
Does Moisturiser Cause Acne?
The idea that moisturiser causes breakouts has to be one of the biggest (and most widely spread!) fallacies of the beauty world.
While it is true that moisturisers on the richer side could be problematic for oilier skin types, there is a vast range of formulas available.
If you’re dealing with oily skin, congestion or acne and you’re worried about your moisturiser causing acne, look for oil-free formulas that are designed specifically for your skin type.
Trust us, if you find the right moisturiser, it will not cause breakouts. In fact, researchers have discovered it’s actually possible that moisturiser helps acne.