{"id":93,"date":"2021-01-28T13:20:14","date_gmt":"2021-01-28T13:20:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/?p=93"},"modified":"2022-01-06T14:19:03","modified_gmt":"2022-01-06T14:19:03","slug":"applying-moisturizer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/beauty-treatments-guide\/applying-moisturizer\/","title":{"rendered":"The Mistake You’re Likely Making When Applying Moisturizer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you applying your moisturizer incorrectly? Chances are, if you’re like most women, the answer is yes. You may be making one of the most common mistakes when applying moisturizer. But don’t worry \u2013 I’m going to show you how to do it correctly so that you can enjoy all the benefits that moisturizer has to offer. So, keep reading to learn more!<\/p>\n

In normal cases, when you apply an emulsion after washing your face, it works to help seal moisture in the topmost layer of the epidermis. However, if there is any remaining moisture on that layer or too much sebum secretion from oil glands, the trapped water molecules will escape easily. That is why you have to wait for several minutes after washing your face before applying lotion, no matter how dry it may feel.<\/p>\n

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The proper way to apply face moisturizer<\/h2>\n

It’s the middle of winter, and your skin is dry, itchy, and flaky. You’ve heard that you should be moisturizing your face twice a day, but you’re not sure how to do it correctly. Do you put it on before your foundation? After? What about moisturizer for oily skin? We’re here to help. We’ll teach you the proper way to apply face moisturizer no matter what type of skin you have. Keep reading to learn more!<\/p>\n

Most people have been exposed to commercial advertisements of moisturizers and toners. It is a common notion that these products are meant for use daily. In reality, only sun-blocking creams must be applied daily to protect us from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet radiation.<\/p>\n

Moisturizers prevent water loss from the skin and give a smooth appearance to the face by making the facial skin soft and supple. However, contrary to popular myth, moisturizing is not meant for all individuals with oily or combination skin types. These individuals may tend to develop acne.<\/p>\n

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How wet should your face be when applying moisturizer?<\/h2>\n

To get the best results from your moisturizer, your face must be damp when you apply it. Applying a moisturizer to a dry surface may cause it to soak into the skin too quickly and not provide the maximum benefits.<\/p>\n

Your moisturizer should be wet enough to glide on your face easily but not so wet that it’s dripping off your skin. Apply a thin layer of moisturizer over your entire face and neck. You only need a small amount\u2014a pea-sized amount is usually sufficient. Gently massage the moisturizer into your skin using circular motions until it’s fully absorbed. Repeat this process morning and night or as needed.<\/p>\n

If you’re not sure how wet to make your moisturizer, start with a watery consistency and add more if needed. Too much moisture can lead to breakouts, so be careful not to overdo it. By following these tips, you can help keep your skin hydrated and healthy all year round.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Are you applying your moisturizer incorrectly? Chances are, if you’re like most women, the answer is yes. You may be making one of the most common mistakes when applying moisturizer. But don’t worry \u2013 I’m going to show you how to do it correctly so that you can enjoy all […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":56,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[7],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/mistake.applying.moisturizer.3.pic_.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/93"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=93"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/93\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":134,"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/93\/revisions\/134"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/56"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=93"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=93"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/rodrigoalves.co.uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=93"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}