Beauty
Moisture for the win.
Combatting dryness is essential not only becausehydrated skinlooks and behaves better, but New York City-based dermatologistDr.
Whitney Bowe, M.D.says its also about your overall skin health.
When your skin is chronically dry, it leads to something called subclinical inflammation, she adds.
This cancause the skin to age more rapidlyand bemore susceptible to allergens and irritants.
Besides caring for your skin topically, Bowe notes its also important tohydrate from the inside out.
Ahealthy gut equals healthy skin, she tells Bustle.
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Gently Cleanse
No surprise here: Any legit skin care routine will start withthoroughly cleansing the skin.
According to Pittsburgh-based board-certified dermatologistDr.
Still, Liu and Kansas City, Kansas-based dermatologistDr.
Just use these sparingly because they can lead to dryness when overused (over-exfoliationis a thing).
Apply A Serum
The next step in your daytime routine is to apply your favorite hydrating serum.
Formulas that contain hydrating ingredients to offset irritation are ideal.
Another option if you dont want to risk it?Dr.
Moisturize
Now that youve slathered on your serum, you want to follow it up with a goodmoisturizer.
This is especially key after applying anything with hyaluronic acid.
Examples includepetrolatum,shea butter, lipids, andjojoba oil.
Protect With SPF During the Day
Dont undo all of your hard work by forgetting the sunscreen.
Opting for a creamy, moisturizing one is even better.
Slugging also helps theskin barrierto repair [itself] by acting as a protectant, Zubritskyprevoiusly told Bustle.
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