Skin Care:Choosing Moisturizer for Your Skin Care Routine

The most important step after cleansing in your skincare routine is to keep your skin hydrated. Moisturizer will help keep your skin properly hydrated. Skin without proper hydration is more likely to have acne. Even those with oily skin may develop wrinkles and fine lines with age if they skip this step in their daily routine. Yes, those with oily skin should use moisturizers as much as those with other skin types.

There are generally five different types of skin moisturizers, and we will be discussing the different types to help you choose the type suitable for your skin type.

Oil Moisturizers: This type is suitable for all skin types. However, you need to be weary of the type of oil used. Good oil moisturizer will contain grape seed oil, known to be rich in anti oxidants, or rose hip oil which help to fight acne scars and wrinkles. 

     
     Cream Moisturizers: These types are the thickest and heaviest. They are the best creams for those with dry skin. It is also suitable for people with normal skin who live in places that are cold and dry like during winter. 
    
     Fluid Moisturizer: These types are lighter than creams. They are the best skin fluids for those with combination to oily skin.  These types are also suitable for those with normal skin during summer. 
     
     Serums: These are often stronger than other moisturizers. In the thickness scale these can be found between creams and fluids. Serums are very good for dry skin, and their light weight also makes them good for those with oily skin. They also have the added benefits of anti-wrinkle and anti-aging properties. 
     
     Gel Moisturizers. These are the lightest weight of all moisturizers types. They are quickly absorbed into the skin. They are the best gels for those with oily