How To Relieve Skin Tautness
January 8th, 2010 | by admin |Marilynn Syrett asked:
Skin tautness is a consequence of dry skin. Dry skin is characterized by dry and flaky skin that is itchy and easily irritated. Because dry skin lacks adequate moisture, the skin becomes stretched and tight. The best solution to sooth dry and taut skin is to moisturize it appropriately. With effective moisturization, you can lock the moisture within the skin surface and keep it well-hydrated.
Here are some steps to nourish and moisturize dry skin effectively and relive the tautness.
Use Mild Moisturizing Cleansers
Cleansers are supposed to deep cleanse the skin and remove all the dirt, debris and excessive oil residues from within the skin pores. However, most cleansers contain strong ingredients that along with removing the impurities from the skin surface also end up removing the natural oils from the skin. In turn, the skin becomes dry and taut. Strong cleansers are especially harmful for dry skin because they end up drying the skin further making it more flaky and irritated. Avoid using bar soaps on your face. Soaps contain harsh ingredients and create havoc on dry skin.
Always use a mild cleanser that does not strip off the skin’s natural oils, but gently removes the impurities within the pores. Choose a cleanser that has moisturizing ingredients as well that help nourish dry skin and keep it hydrated. Some of the popular cleansers for dry skin are:
Obagi Nu Derm Foaming Gel – This is a mild moisturizing cleanser that contains a combination of Aloe Vera, natural herbs and natural cleansers. It removes all traces of pollutants and impurities accumulated within the skin pores and removes excess oil without disturbing the natural moisture levels of the skin. Especially suitable for dry skin, Obagi Nu Derm Foaming Gel leaves the skin silky soft.
Obagi C-Cleansing Gel – This is again a gentle cleansing gel that removes all signs of dirt, oil and make-up particles and conditions the skin with Vitamin C and Hydroquinone.
Use Alcohol-Free Toners
The use of toners is a commonly debated issue in the world of skin care. While some feel toners only add an additional unfruitful step to the skin care regimen and are not at all necessary for dry skin, there are others who feel the use of toners is an important step. Toners generally remove the leftover residues from the cleanser and shrink the skin pores. In addition, they also restore the pH balance of the skin and further prevent skin dryness.
One ingredient that cause toners to have a drying effect on the skin is Alcohol. Therefore, for dry skin, use an alcohol-free toner that has a hydrating effect. Choose a mild toner that contains humectants or other moisturizing agents
Obagi Nu-Derm Toner – It is a unique combination of natural ingredients and herbs that tones the skin and restores its normal pH balance. It contains a natural astringent called ‘Alum’ that normalizes the skin’s pH levels and enhances the absorption of active ingredients of other skin care products. Moreover, it accelerates cellular movement and turnover by penetrating deep inside the dermis layer of the skin. With regular use, the toner helps bring new and fresh skin cells on to the surface and the skin becomes smooth and wrinkle free. There is also a significant reduction in the appearance of age spots and freckles.
Moisturize Intensively
The best and obvious treatment for dry skin is Moisturization. So make sure you moisturize your skin intensively in order to maintain proper hydration levels. Moisturizers retain water within the skin surface and provide a temporary barrier against evaporation. However, try to avoid moisturizers that contain heavy fragrances and preservatives that may irritate the skin and cause itchiness. The best time to apply moisturizers is after cleansing, when the skin is still moist. This is because wet skin absorbs moisturizers better and help lock in the moisture.
Choose a moisturizer that contains emollients, substances that help to soften the skin and prevent dryness. Emollients increases the skin’s ability to retain water and forms a protective layer of oil to prevent water loss and to lubricate the skin. Lactic acid and petroleum are popular emollients that work wonders on the skin. Also look for humectants like glycerin and hyaluronic acid. Humectants attract moisture into the skin from the atmosphere.
Kinerase Cream: This is an anti-aging cream that improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and increases the skin’s capacity to retain moisture. Kinerase cream contains Kinetin, a plant based agent that helps the skin retain moisture.
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Skin tautness is a consequence of dry skin. Dry skin is characterized by dry and flaky skin that is itchy and easily irritated. Because dry skin lacks adequate moisture, the skin becomes stretched and tight. The best solution to sooth dry and taut skin is to moisturize it appropriately. With effective moisturization, you can lock the moisture within the skin surface and keep it well-hydrated.
Here are some steps to nourish and moisturize dry skin effectively and relive the tautness.
Use Mild Moisturizing Cleansers
Cleansers are supposed to deep cleanse the skin and remove all the dirt, debris and excessive oil residues from within the skin pores. However, most cleansers contain strong ingredients that along with removing the impurities from the skin surface also end up removing the natural oils from the skin. In turn, the skin becomes dry and taut. Strong cleansers are especially harmful for dry skin because they end up drying the skin further making it more flaky and irritated. Avoid using bar soaps on your face. Soaps contain harsh ingredients and create havoc on dry skin.
Always use a mild cleanser that does not strip off the skin’s natural oils, but gently removes the impurities within the pores. Choose a cleanser that has moisturizing ingredients as well that help nourish dry skin and keep it hydrated. Some of the popular cleansers for dry skin are:
Obagi Nu Derm Foaming Gel – This is a mild moisturizing cleanser that contains a combination of Aloe Vera, natural herbs and natural cleansers. It removes all traces of pollutants and impurities accumulated within the skin pores and removes excess oil without disturbing the natural moisture levels of the skin. Especially suitable for dry skin, Obagi Nu Derm Foaming Gel leaves the skin silky soft.
Obagi C-Cleansing Gel – This is again a gentle cleansing gel that removes all signs of dirt, oil and make-up particles and conditions the skin with Vitamin C and Hydroquinone.
Use Alcohol-Free Toners
The use of toners is a commonly debated issue in the world of skin care. While some feel toners only add an additional unfruitful step to the skin care regimen and are not at all necessary for dry skin, there are others who feel the use of toners is an important step. Toners generally remove the leftover residues from the cleanser and shrink the skin pores. In addition, they also restore the pH balance of the skin and further prevent skin dryness.
One ingredient that cause toners to have a drying effect on the skin is Alcohol. Therefore, for dry skin, use an alcohol-free toner that has a hydrating effect. Choose a mild toner that contains humectants or other moisturizing agents
Obagi Nu-Derm Toner – It is a unique combination of natural ingredients and herbs that tones the skin and restores its normal pH balance. It contains a natural astringent called ‘Alum’ that normalizes the skin’s pH levels and enhances the absorption of active ingredients of other skin care products. Moreover, it accelerates cellular movement and turnover by penetrating deep inside the dermis layer of the skin. With regular use, the toner helps bring new and fresh skin cells on to the surface and the skin becomes smooth and wrinkle free. There is also a significant reduction in the appearance of age spots and freckles.
Moisturize Intensively
The best and obvious treatment for dry skin is Moisturization. So make sure you moisturize your skin intensively in order to maintain proper hydration levels. Moisturizers retain water within the skin surface and provide a temporary barrier against evaporation. However, try to avoid moisturizers that contain heavy fragrances and preservatives that may irritate the skin and cause itchiness. The best time to apply moisturizers is after cleansing, when the skin is still moist. This is because wet skin absorbs moisturizers better and help lock in the moisture.
Choose a moisturizer that contains emollients, substances that help to soften the skin and prevent dryness. Emollients increases the skin’s ability to retain water and forms a protective layer of oil to prevent water loss and to lubricate the skin. Lactic acid and petroleum are popular emollients that work wonders on the skin. Also look for humectants like glycerin and hyaluronic acid. Humectants attract moisture into the skin from the atmosphere.
Kinerase Cream: This is an anti-aging cream that improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and increases the skin’s capacity to retain moisture. Kinerase cream contains Kinetin, a plant based agent that helps the skin retain moisture.
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