WASH : Dry skin?, not what we’d call simply
irresistible. If your skin is less than glowing, you may be over-cleansing with
a soap that dries or irritates your skin and removes its natural moisture
barrier. Especially if your skin is sensitive, try a “soap free” liquid product
or glycerin soap instead. And keep your shower tepid- and short. While cold
water won’t dissolve the substances in soap well enough to get you completely
clean, lingering for more than 10-15minutes will suck moisture from your skin.
EXFOLIATE : We recommend at least weekly
exfoliation to keep your skin smooth. Scrub skin while it’s dry, before
showering, so your product doesn’t wash away before it has done it’s sloughing.
Give special attention to rough, dry areas like the elbows, knees and back of
heels by exfoliating with a body brush in gentle, circular motions. And don’t
forget your back. If you have sensitive skin, skip possibly irritating scrubs
and exfoliate with a wash that contains Glycolic or Salicylic acid instead.
MOISTURE : Stock up on the economy sizes of body
lotion and, if you want truly baby-smooth skin, apply lotion at least twice a
day. If your feet are especially dry, put on socks after you moisturize at
night to seal in moisture while you sleep. And always lube up after shaving or
showering; applying lotion to damp, plump-up skin will seal in most hydration.
To hide
cellulite, consider a body moisturizer with self-tanner, or follow your
moisturizer with a hydrating body oil, since the instant sheen will distract
from any imperfections. Also consider purchasing an arsenal of different
products. Try a body lotion with SPF for day, an in shower moisturizer to save
time after your workout, and no-frills formula for night.
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