Effective hydration can take years off your body, but it should come from the inside.
For those with dry skin, a rich moisturiser does the job. Over hydrating on the outside means that the skin will not take the hydration from the blood.
Serums are great as they deliver nutrients to the skin without overloading the skin. Apply the serum lightly, allowing the skin to absorb what it needs without rubbing it too forcefully.
A poor diet, washing powders and hard water can also contribute to tight, dry skin.
The calcium and heavy metals in tap water, along with too strong a shower gel or soap, can irritate the skin a lot.
Water softening kits, like the Permuti Timed Water Softener, £477.36. from B &Q, are easy to install and make a difference.
Should your skin be sensitive, dry yourself gently and sweep the body with cream cleanser on a cotton pad to remove deposits left from the water.
Hydrate Your Skin to Look Younger
Mon, 21 Jun 2010
