Choose The Right Moisturizer

Especially in the winter, our skin takes a real beating. Some suffer with extreme dry skin; winter just makes a bad problem even worse. As they say, dry air makes for dry skin. Here are a few things to think about.

Dry Skin Treatment
1. Take a shower instead of a bath.
2. Shorten the shower when possible.
3. Use warm water instead of hot.
4. Use a moisturizing body wash when possible.
5. Install and use a humidifier in the house.
6. Really bundle up when going out in the winter.
7. Use mild skin cleanser instead of soap.

Finding a good skin moisturizer can seem a bit challenging for those of us that have tried a number of those cheap creams that just don’t seem to work.

The Right Moisturizer For Dry Skin
1. Try to purchase a thicker than usual skin cream if you have really dry skin.
2. If the lotion or cream runs or drips, it is probably not thick enough.
3. Oil or petrolatum supposedly works well.
4. Alpha hydroxy acid is good for dry skin.
5. Retinol before bed; use sparingly.
6. Stay away from itchy clothes and don’t wear really tight clothes.
7. Use a good skin moisturizer for your skin type.

Top Quality Moisturizers From Amazon

1. Aveeno Active Naturals Daily Moisturizing Lotion, 18-Ounce Pump (Pack of 2)

This product actually works. Don’t spend a fortune on those expensive creams that don’t work! It’s in a class by itself. Some use nothing else but this one. Can use on face. Nothing but praise for this product. Really soaks into the skin.

2. CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion 12 fl oz (355 ml)

CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion is recommended by pediatricians. Also recommended for eczema. Not greasy and good for dry skin. Great product.

3. Curel Daily Moisture Fragrance Free – 20 oz.

Curel seems to work well for those with very dry skin. It also seems to work well for the combination type skin. This moisturizer is not too oily or greasy. Very good hand moisturizer and surprisingly works great with tattoos.

4. Cetaphil Fragrance Free Moisturizing Lotion, 16-Ounce Bottles (Pack of 2)

Cetaphil Fragrance Free works great for the very sensitive skin, even those with eczema. If nothing else has worked try this one. Another one recommended by many doctors. Will work on those with a pizza face. One of the best!

5. Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion, 8-Ounce Tubes (Pack of 3)

Excellent all around lotion. Dermatologist recommended for dry skin.

6. Curel Ultra Healing 24-Hour Daily Moisturizing Lotion for Extra-Dry Skin With Extra-Strength Skin Hydrators, 13 Ounce Dispenser

Great for those dry, parched hands that need help. This is a great lotion.

7. Olay Regenerist Night Recovery Moisturizing Treatment – 1.7 fl. oz.

Olay Regenerist Night Recovery Moisturizing Treatment is great for those with aging skin. Great product at a great price. Smooth as silk!

8. Pond’s The Caring Classic Dry Skin Cream, 10.1 oz (286 g) (Pack of 3)

Pond’s The Caring Classic Dry Skin Cream is a very good product. Some say not to stray from the classic type. Great for sensitive dry skin. Very good cream.

9. Eucerin Dry Skin Therapy Calming Creme, 14 Ounce Tubes (Pack of 2)

Eucerin Dry Skin Therapy is doctor approved. Perfect for dry hands and cracked heels. Excellent quality. An alternative for eczema. Many recommend this along with Cetaphil. This stuff is thick and it really works!

10. Vaseline Smoothing Body Butter with Cocoa and Shea Butters 8 oz (227 g)

Vaseline Smoothing Body Butter with Cocoa has a great smell. This product is very hard if not impossible to find at stores.

11. Vaseline 100% Pure Petroleum Jelly, Baby 13 oz (Pack of 3)

When nothing else works try Vaseline 100% Pure Petroleum. The baby will like it also!

12. Atopalm MLE Intensive Moisturizing Cream 2.19 fl oz (65 ml)

Atopalm MLE Intensive Moisturizing Cream is considered to be one of the best ever! Recommended by dermatologists. Have really flaky problem skin? This one is for you.

13. Gloves In A Bottle Gloves In A Bottle Shielding Lotion 8 fl oz (240 ml)

Gloves In A Bottle is a miracle lotion! Will fix cracked hands and feet. Wear it even while you are gardening.

14. Dove Beauty Moisture Foaming Facial Cleanser, Normal/Dry Skin, 6.76 Ounce

Dove Beauty Moisture Foaming Facial Cleanser is one of the top rated creams. Highly recommended without a big price tag on it. This product is much better than expected.

15. Curel Sensitive Skin Remedy Lotion – 7.5 oz.

Again, nothing but high praise for Curel products. If you need relief from dry, sensitive skin, give this one a try!