Which moisturizers help aging skin?
Moisturizer aisles are crowded, and labels are hard to compare. This page reads two lines from one source and turns them into a short shopping list for readers in Saline, Michigan.
What the source says
www.harvardhealth.org makes two points. The first is a routine: "Apply a fragrance-free moisturizer daily after showering, and whenever your skin feels dry."
The second names ingredients: "A moisturizer containing hyaluronic acid or glycerin can be particularly beneficial."
What those lines ask of you
Pick a product with no fragrance. Look for hyaluronic acid or glycerin in its ingredient list. Use it daily after a shower and again when skin feels dry.
Steps at the shelf
- Turn the bottle around and read the ingredient list, not just the front label.
- Check that the product is fragrance-free.
- Look for hyaluronic acid or glycerin.
- Put it where you will see it after a shower so the habit sticks.
More reading on skin changes
If your concern is color rather than dryness, the MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia has an entry on abnormally dark or light skin. The site www.aad.org covers melasma in diagnosis and treatment, self-care and a page on making it less noticeable.
Who to ask if the wording is unclear
Ask a clinician or pharmacist to read the ingredient list with you, especially if your skin reacts to products.