African American Mens Skincare:
To moisturize or not to moisturize?
Winter Weather is here!
The weather is finally cooling down. What a relief! The only problem is that the cold weather can leave the skin dry, dull, and cracked. Don’t worry! We have a few tips that will combat cold weather and leave your skin looking smooth and healthy! You may notice that when the air is cold, your skin is more ashy and dry than usual. There are a few factual reasons for this. The first is that cold air is dry and lacks humidity. Dry air pulls the moisture out of the skin, and makes it difficult for the skin to stay properly hydrated. Heavy winds also add to this problem. They strip the skin’s lipids, which help to seal in the skins moisture. Even people who wouldn’t normally have dry skin, can develop a flaky and dull complexion if the skin is exposed to these conditions. The first step to treating the winter dryness is to remove all the left over skin. At the very minimum, get rid of all the dead skin that appears flaky, dry and weathered. The best way to do this is through exfoliation. Use any method of exfoliation that works best for you and be consistent, the best results show themselves after some time. Chimere Bump Control Cleansing Bar is the perfect cleansing soap bar to remove dirt oil and dead skin cells. Doing away with dead skin is one of the best things you can do for your skin in general, because the build-up clogs pores and causes breakouts. Now that we are working with fresh skin, the next step is to begin adding and retaining moisture. Try to use African American skin care products that work towards hydrating dry skin. Clear Essence’s My Natural Beauty Moisturizing Body Lotion with SPF 15 is perfect for this. Its main goal is to repair skin that has been damaged by over exposure to environmental elements. To make sure that all of the moisture we’re adding to the skin is not stripped by winds and other elements, add oil to your regimen. Apply a small amount after you’ve thoroughly rubbed in the lotion or add it to bath water to fully hydrate your body’s skin. This will act as a barrier between the environment and your skin, and can be especially helpful if your skin becomes chapped easily. Clear Essence’s Specialist Skincare Body Oil is a unique oil that contains vitamins A and E for added skin health. Adding a small amount of this oil to your regimen is sure way to put that healthy glow back into your skin. These steps are simple, but can completely transform your skin. Always remember to use sunscreen for protection against sunrays, and to stay hydrated! Overcast days can still lead to a sunburn so don’t pack away your sunscreen just yet. Also the best way to keep skin moisturized during winter is to continue drinking 8 glasses of water a day!