The skin on our bodies is constantly assaulted by numerous external factors, such as pollution, weather, clothing friction, etc... To take care of it and preserve it, it's important to hydrate it daily, but when is the best time of day to do this? Let's focus.
When is the best time of day to moisturize your body?
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Published on October 3, 2021, updated on August 8, 2024, by Stéphanie, PhD, Doctorate in Life and Health Sciences — 3 min of reading
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Why hydrate your body?
Just like hair and face, the skin on the body can be battered by external aggressions (wind, cold, pollution, etc...), water during bathing, and the friction of clothing. Indeed, the hydrolipidic film present on the skin's surface, responsible for protecting the skin and maintaining water reserves, is assaulted daily. As a result, the poorly hydrated epidermis becomes rough, dull, and tight. However, hydration will restore its suppleness, comfort, softness, and radiance. Moreover, maintaining good hydration helps to prevent skin aging and loss of elasticity.
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How to hydrate your body on a daily basis?
All skin types, without exception, need to be hydrated. To address this, turn to a moisturizing cream that suits your needs, and don't forget to apply it to the knees and elbows, the two driest areas of the body. You can also opt for a vegetable oil with its nourishing and repairing properties. However, the mere application of a moisturizing treatment is not enough. To have beautifully hydrated skin, you also need to follow a daily ritual:
Opt for natural foaming skincare products with a rich texture, gentle and non-abrasive to avoid irritation, skin dryness, and discomfort after cleansing;
Avoid taking excessively hot showers and doing so too frequently in a single day;
Perform body scrubs once a week to remove dead cells that accumulate on the skin's surface. Indeed, a exfoliation on a regular basis enhances the effectiveness of the treatments applied afterward.
When should you hydrate your body?
Therefore, it is crucial to provide a daily dose of hydration to your body's skin. The best time to do this is after showering. Indeed, the skin is particularly receptive at this moment: the epidermis is softened by the heat. Apply your body moisturizing cream, suited to your skin type, while your skin is still slightly damp, which will allow the treatment to better penetrate the epidermis. It will thus recreate a protective film to retain water under the skin. Also, remember to hydrate your skin especially after a scrub to restore the protective barrier.
