Skin Care Body Lotion Continued
When selecting a lotion, try to follow these rules of thumb:
- Oily-skinned people should choose oil-free, non-comedogenic (non pore-clogging) moisturizers. Men and women with dry skin should look for glycerin, dimethicone, and hyaluronic acid among the ingredients in their lotions. People with normal or combination skin should choose moisturizing gels over creams, oils and lotions.
- Hypoallergenic and dye or fragrance-free formulas are available for those with sensitive skin. If you have trouble finding such a lotion, consult your doctor.
- Try to choose a lotion that contains sunscreen and is vitamin-enhanced (usually includes antioxidants and vitamins A, C and E). This will help to battle the effects of free radicals such as the sun, pollution, drinking and smoking, which damage skin.
- It is recommended that you use different lotions for different seasons. Depending on where you live, you might need a heavier lotion during the skin-chapping winter months or the humid, sweat-inducing summer.
People with acne and other skin conditions may want to consult a dermatologist before selecting a moisturizing lotion, as an over-the-counter lotion may aggravate the condition. Also note that over-moisturizing can clog pores and create a skin condition where there previously was none.
By Jennifer Jennings
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