Five categories of products with the function of replenishing the moisture reserve at once are in our article. Plus advice on their selection and use, as well as a brief educational program on the topic “active substances in the composition of moisturizers.”
1. Cream
The skin reacts to the lack of hyaluronic acid and, accordingly, moisture in the following way.
So-called lines of dehydration appear – small wrinkles around the eyes and lips. The skin in these places loses moisture faster than in other parts of the face.
After contact with water, a feeling of tightness is felt.
The skin becomes dull.
Cosmetologists call a moisturizer a standby remedy, and they are absolutely right: in the hot season it is difficult to do without it.
How will the cream help?
Moisturizes the skin due to the action of hydrofixators (hyaluronic acid, aloe, glycerin, panthenol).
Supports a protective lipid barrier that retains moisture. Lipid-restoring components work on this (shea butter, jojoba, avocado, coconut, as well as beeswax and carnauba wax).
In order not to provoke the formation of comedones and the feeling of a sticky film, choose fluid creams with a lightweight texture in summer. The sun protection factor will not hurt either: for the city – SPF 20, for the beach – at least SPF 30.
Softening light cream for normal and combination skin “Revitalizing Moisturizing”, Garnier
The product with blue lotus extract softens the skin and gives it a feeling of comfort for the whole day.
Intensive moisturizer with UV protection Hydraphase UV Intense Riche, La Roche-Posay
The solar filter system protects the skin from UVA and UVB rays, while low molecular weight hyaluronic acid intensively moisturizes the skin.
2. Gel
Combination skin reacts to a lack of moisture with a greasy sheen in the T-zone and peeling on the cheeks and in the nasolabial folds. Dehydration can also be a problem for oily skin (for example, as a result of overly aggressive cleansing). In this case, the production of sebum increases and inflammation is aggravated. Both skin types also need hydration – but in a light gel format without the fats and oils that provoke the appearance of comedones.
Usually moisturizers for oily skin have a complementary mattifying effect.
Gel “48 hours of intensive moisturizing” Aquasource Gel, Biotherm
The lightweight formula intensely hydrates and comforts skin for up to 48 hours.
Intensive moisturizing regenerating gel Hydrating B5 Gel, SkinCeuticals
Contains sodium hyaluronate and vitamin B5, helps to restore the optimal level of skin hydration, giving it a healthy look.
3. Serum
If there are signs of dehydration and the skin needs to be urgently saved, one cream or gel is not enough – more powerful moisturizing cosmetics will be required. For example, serum with hyaluronic acid. The molecules of this polysaccharide are able to attract and hold an amount of water that is 1000 times their own weight.
Moisturizing concentrates based on hyaluronic acid have a light, non-greasy texture and are suitable for all skin types.
Moisturizing concentrates based on hyaluronic acid have a light, non-greasy texture and are suitable for all skin types. Apply them twice a day: after cleansing, before applying day and night cream.
To enhance the effect, use products with a high molecular formula immediately after a bath or shower. Low-molecular formulas will be especially effective if they are used against the background of observing the drinking regimen (30 ml of pure non-carbonated water per 1 kg of body weight per day).
Moisture Genius Fluid, L’Oréal Paris
Aloe juice and hyaluronic acid activate the natural metabolism in cells and replenish moisture in the skin.
Serum concentrate, intensively moisturizing the skin and smoothing texture, Hydro-Plumping Re-Texturizing Serum Concentrate, Kiehl’s
Formulated with 15% vegetable glycerin and Shiso leaf extract, it attracts moisture like a magnet and retains it for a long time.
4. Masks
Good because they act quickly and have a concentrated formula. For a visible effect, you do not need to wait several weeks. Masks can be used as an SOS before an important event or regularly when dehydrated.
To avoid the feeling of a sticky film and the formation of comedones, choose fluid creams with a lightweight structure for the summer.
Before applying the mask, cleanse the face and massage the skin with a soft gommage to increase the susceptibility of the epidermis to beneficial substances.
Super-moisturizing and toning sheet mask “Moisturizing + Aquabomb”, Garnier
Hyaluronic acid and pomegranate extract intensively moisturize the skin, make it more elastic and firm, eliminate signs of fatigue.
5. Thermal water
Another SOS moisturizer for the summer is thermal water. It will refresh the skin in the heat, nourish it with trace elements and help maintain a normal level of moisture. Thermal water can be used in an air-conditioned room. After spraying, pat your skin dry with a tissue.
Mineralizing thermal water, Vichy
15 minerals (iron, manganese, fluorine, strontium, potassium, sodium, sulfur, boron, lithium, magnesium, silicon, bicarbonate, ammonium, orthophosphate, calcium) protect against free radicals, help moisturize, restore and regenerate, strengthen, normalize pH, fill the cells with energy and strengthen the barrier functions of the skin.
Thermal water for all skin types, La Roche-Posay
Protection against the negative effects of free radicals and, as a result, slowing down the aging process is provided by an increased content of selenium.