HYDRATION AND SKIN HEALTH

Skin Hydration: the complete guide

Understand • Choose • Apply — for soft, comfortable, glowing skin

Hydration means bringing in water and keeping it in the skin while strengthening the barrier. It prevents tightness, irritation and dehydration lines. Here’s your plan.

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Key moisturizing ingredients

Humectants

  • Hyaluronic acid, glycerin, urea, panthenol
  • Aloe vera, amino acids, honey

Apply on slightly damp skin, then seal with a cream.

Emollients & Occlusives

  • Ceramides, squalane
  • Shea butter, dimethicone, petrolatum

Routine (AM & PM)

AM

  1. Gentle cleanser
  2. Humectant serum
  3. Moisturizer
  4. SPF 30+

PM

  1. Gentle cleanser
  2. Hydrating serum/lotion
  3. Richer cream if needed
  4. Targeted occlusive for very dry areas

By skin type

TypeQuick choice
NormalLight cream + humectant
DryRich cream + occlusive at night
CombinationLight on T-zone, richer on cheeks
OilyNon-comedogenic gel-cream
SensitiveFragrance/alcohol-free, ceramides

Recommended picks

CeraVe – Moisturising Cream (ceramides + HA)

Barrier-supporting workhorse for dry/fragile skin.

See CeraVe Moisturising Cream
★★★★★ 4.6/5 — Fast delivery

La Roche-Posay – Toleriane Dermallergo

Minimalist soothing formula for sensitive/reactive skin.

See Toleriane Dermallergo
★★★★★ 4.7/5 — Fast delivery

Organic Aloe Vera Gel

Light hydration + soothing; great for combo/oily skin.

See Aloe Vera Gel
★★★★★ 4.5/5 — Fast delivery

Hyaluronic Acid + B5 Serum

Plumping humectant to boost water retention.

See HA + B5 Serum
★★★★★ 4.6/5 — Fast delivery

Lipikar Baume AP+ (Body)

Intensive body moisturiser for dry/atopic skin.

See Lipikar Baume AP+
★★★★★ 4.8/5 — Fast delivery

Hydration & seasons

  • Winter: richer textures
  • Summer: lightweight gel-creams
  • AC/Heating: humidify air + spritz + cream

Common mistakes

  • Stripping cleansers
  • Too many acids/retinoids without balancing
  • Skipping SPF
🌿 Well-hydrated skin looks softer, more comfortable and more radiant.

Informational content only; not medical advice.