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Skin is not available in all shapes and sizes, but certainly in different designs. For the lucky few there are normal and for the rest of us oily, dry, sensitive and even combinations. And to make things even more complicated, the type of skin can change depending on the weather: summer temperatures can make naturally dry skin a little more oily than usual, and the wind, cold and internal heating in winter suck out moisture and smoothness even the oily complexion.

The mechanics of humidification

First things first: regardless of the weather and skin type, everyone needs a moisturizer Skin care routine. People with oily skin often think they don't, but they do, and we'll see why a little later. In general, everyone needs the water-oil combination, which is fundamental to all moisturizers. Ingredients in moisturizers that contain and absorb water, so-called humectants, work together with oil – also known as occlusive substances – to trap water in your skin.

If you don't mind getting a little technical, that's it dead cells in the stratum corneum, the top layer of your skin, that contain an amazing amount of water. These cells can absorb up to six times their own weight in water and swell up to three times their size. This hydration not only fills your skin beautifully, the water helps the stratum corneum to get rid of the flaky, dead skin cells.

In moisturizers, moisturizers such as botanical hyaluronic acid, lactic acid and honey draw water from the air and from the depths of your skin and release it to your thirsty stratum corneum. Occlusives in moisturizers prevent or slow the simple evaporation of water into the air. Occlusives such as jojoba oil, sunflower oil and shea butter bind the water into your skin.

Best moisturizers for oily skin

It doesn't seem to make sense that people with oily skin should moisturize, and yet it is true. If you don’t moisturize at all, your sebum glands compensate for the lack of moisture by producing more of what you don’t like: extra sebum, the oily, waxy substance that lubricates the skin. It becomes a vicious cycle. That said, you need to be careful what type of moisturizer you are using. "People with dry skin can use thicker cream-based products, while those with oily skin should avoid them and use lighter products – a gel or lotion formulation would be ideal for them," says Dr. Hooman Khorasani, MD, chief physician for dermatology and cosmetic surgery at Mount Sinai health system.

Light gels formulated for oily skin types are often made with occlusive agents such as Silicones, which are used to seal water by forming a thin film on your skin, but can also trap contaminants in your pores. You can look out for silicones in skin care products by looking for ingredients that end with "-kegel", "-conol" or "siloxan".

If you're looking for better alternatives – but with the same silicone-like slippage – go for innovative natural ingredients like phospholipids and polysaccharides that do the same trick. You can find these natural occlusive elements in our new one Mangosteen gel moisturizer that gives this formula its light gel texture. This moist gel is suitable for all skin types, especially for oily ones. It melts into the skin, minimizes the appearance of pores and leaves a smooth, matt finish.

Are you looking for more options? Our deeply penetrating Stone Crop Hydrating Gel is another effective light moisturizer for oily skin. This moisturizer consists of juicy herbal ingredients and smoothes the skin, reduces the visible signs of aging and balances the skin tone.

Best moisturizers for dry skin

"For a Moisturizer for dry skin, pay attention to a rich oil content and ingredients that improve the skin's barrier function, ”he says Eminence Organics Senior skin care trainer Natalie Pergar. Rich, thick creams are a good choice if you have dehydrated skin, especially those with moisturizing ingredients like Echinacea and Primrose Oil, which are at the heart of our Echinacea Recovery Cream. Avoid everything with alcohol as this will dry out your skin further. Humectants such as natural hyaluronic acid and glycerin together with vegetable oils such as avocado, coconut and shea butter are effective moisturizers.

Our best advice for dry skin: Only go to bed after you have applied a night cream. Our The Monoi Age Corrective Night Cream for face and neck helps to replenish your skin's reserves outside of business hours. Enriched with the tropical Monoi flower, this deeply moisturizing cream improves the appearance of skin elasticity and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.

Best moisturizers for sensitive skin

When your skin becomes slightly red and cracked and often tingles, tightens and tingles when you are exposed to the wrong products or just the elements you have sensitive skin. You were born with it, but pollution, alcohol, and stress do not help and can often make it worse.

"Choosing a moisturizer for your skin is a very personal undertaking," says Dr. Khorasani. “Every skin reacts differently to different ingredients and scents. If you have sensitive skin, you should try using gentle, fragrance-free products. “Sensitive skin means that your skin barrier is fairly permeable and can take in irritants. So make sure your moisturizer is as non-irritating as possible. Pay attention to everything that contains parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, synthetic colors and fragrances, propylene glycol and phthalates – Eminence Organics is proud to reject all of these artificial additives. Choose instead Products like glycerin, which contain soothing moisturizers that don't irritate your skin. Natural ingredients like Chamomile and aloe vera also soothe sensitive skin reactions.

If you want to revitalize sensitive skin, we recommend it Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizer contains both chamomile and arnica to balance the skin's appearance. It is also rich in shea butter and calendula oil with a high fatty acid content, which acts as a seal and prevents water loss without making the skin worse. Another moisturizer is our Apricot Calendula Nourishing Cream, which contains aloe, apricots, echinacea and flaxseed to heal and moisturize dry, sensitive skin.

Best moisturizers for combination skin

If your skin is the type that can't decide, your complexion is probably a combination skin type. Characterized by combination skin that is oily in the T-zone (forehead, nose, chin and sometimes on the cheek tops) and normal or dry elsewhere, combination skin can be difficult when choosing the right product. Natalie selects moisturizers that can meet the needs of all areas of your skin: "I love looking for balancing moisturizers for a combined skin type with several things." beautiful, even and firm complexion with minimized pores. "Natalie & # 39; s first choice for moisturizing combination skin? Our Eight green whip moisturizer. Enriched with herbal ingredients like yucca extract and stone harvest, this moisturizer keeps the skin hydrated everywhere, even when you're dealing with different levels of moisture.

One last tip: imagine humidification as a two-step process – grab water and then lock it in. It is therefore wise to moisturize after showering or bathing. After thinking about what's best for your skin type, learn more about our range of moisturizing moisturizers. Make an appointment with your Contact a trained beautician and explore our solutions for every skin type. What is your favorite moisturizer? Let us know in the comments below or tell us on social media.