A very hot shower dehydrates your skin
A very hot shower dehydrates your skin
Taking a shower is one of the most pleasant things there is. But we all go over time and surely with the temperature of the water, which causes our skin to dehydrate. Not to mention when you take a bath! To "save" your skin from the aggressions of hot water, it is essential to use a moisturizer afterwards.
But before the cream …
But before the cream …
You must dry very well and do it with a cotton towel. Remove excess water by patting your skin, not rubbing. It is important to dry the genital area well and also the folds of the toes to avoid the appearance of fungus due to humidity.
H&M Printed Bath Towel, € 14.99
In oil
In oil
If you like oil moisturizers, you have to try this one. It will conquer you for its aroma, but also for its silky texture.
Dove Derma Spa Goodness Body Oil, € 7.20
Conditioner
Conditioner
If you are too lazy to apply the cream, you can choose to use a body conditioner (it works like hair). You apply it after the gel, leave it for a few minutes and rinse with water.
Under the Shower Conditioner Luminous Effect by Nivea, € 5.40
Awaken your senses
Awaken your senses
Creams can be very hydrating and have enveloping aromas that awaken your senses. In addition, the fragrance of some lasts long and is a good way to be scented all day.
Sephora Blueberry Moisturizing Body Lotion, € 8.20
Shock therapy
Shock therapy
If you have very dry skin or you have not used a moisturizer for years, start by applying a butter with a super moisturizing ingredient such as shea or argan oil. This way your skin will recover faster.
The Body Shop Shea Moisturizing Body Butter, € 16.50
Treatment
Treatment
After showering, it is the ideal time to apply treatment creams such as anti-cellulite or anti-stretch marks. This is Kim Kardashian's favorite.
Awaken Firming Detox Cream by The Seaweed Bath Co., € 16
Massage
Massage
If you want to fight cellulite effectively, you have to massage the skin with your knuckles or with a massage tool like this.
Vococal Cellulite Massage Brush, € 5.99
Exfoliates
Exfoliates
Before turning off the tap and after having washed your skin with a mild gel, apply an exfoliator once a week. Rinse, dry and apply your most creamy moisturizer.
The Ritual of Ayurveda Body Scrub by Rituals, € 19.50
Refreshing
Refreshing
If you notice tired legs after a long day at work, finish your shower by applying cold water and then applying a refreshing cream like this.
Moisturizing Body Milk with Apivita Fig, € 14.95
Repairing
Repairing
If your skin is damaged by the sun or you have chafing, use a calming aloe vera cream first. When the skin has absorbed it, you can apply your usual moisturizer afterwards.
Aloe Go Organic Moisturizing Gel from Farma Dorsch, € 23.05
Difficult areas
Difficult areas
If your elbows, heels or knees are particularly dry, apply a specific moisturizer to these areas after the shower. You can use it on the rest of the body or combine it with another lighter moisturizer.
La Roche- Posay Iso Urea Moisturizing Body Milk, € 29.75
A classic
A classic
This is one of the creams that has the most fans, Olivia Palermo among them. It is especially suitable for very dry and scaly skin.
Kiehl's Creme de Corps, € 50
Ready to shine
Ready to shine
If you're going to apply a self-tanner now that it's time to show your leg, make sure it's hydrating like this one.
NARS Monoï Body Glow I Body Oil, € 59
And in the face?
And in the face?
Do you feel tight after the shower? The most important thing is that you try not to wet it with hot water and that you do the usual cleaning ritual outside the shower. In either case, you can use a light moisturizer afterwards.
The Body Shop Vitamin E Hydrating Gel Cream, € 18
Showering after a long day at work is one of the greatest pleasures out there. You stay fresh and with a feeling of cleanliness on the skin that is a joy. However, as much as we like to stay under hot water for a long time, this gesture is very damaging to our skin. Showers should be as short as possible and with lukewarm water to minimize dehydration . Then, it is time to pamper our skin.
How to take care of the skin of the body after the shower
- Dry yourself . Drying the skin well after showering is essential to avoid the proliferation of fungi, especially in the intimate areas and between the fingers. To dry the entire body, use a soft cotton towel and pat the skin without rubbing.
- Hydrate yourself! It is the most important point of all and the one that you should not skip under any circumstances. You can choose the type of moisturizer that you like the most depending on the needs of your skin . If you have it very dry, try butters like Shea from The Body Shop. If you like textures in oil they are also a fantastic option to keep the skin well hydrated. We really like Dove Derma Spa Goodness Body Oil, because it smells great.
- Treatment. If you have any kind of skin problem, you can treat it before applying moisturizer. For irritations and burns, nothing like aloe vera. In case you have roughness on your knees, heels and elbows, you can also use a specific cream to soften them. And if the problem is orange peel, you know, an anti-cellulite cream will be your best ally.
- And the face? Never get your face wet in the shower with hot water directly. You should perform your cleansing ritual outside , with warm water. In any case, if you notice it tight afterwards, apply a light moisturizer.
By Sonia Murillo
