The best moisturisers for your skin type

How do I know what skin type I have?

Identifying your skin type is essential to choosing the most suitable moisturising product. For example, for those with oily skin, light moisturisers that do not clog the pores are recommended. However, people with dry skin can benefit from richer, emollient solutions that help preserve the skin's water and provide long-lasting hydration. It is also important to know that your skin type can change over time, and can also be impacted by hormonal factors, solar radiation, diet, lack of sleep and stress. Below, we will tell you in more detail what characteristics different skin types have and which products are most suitable for each skin type:

   

Characteristics of oily skin

Oily or greasy skin is often characterised by an increased secretion of sebum, which results in the appearance of shine, enlarged pores, and even a greater propensity for the appearance of imperfections. However, if you follow these recommendations, you can take care of your skin and mitigate the appearance of marks:

• Gel or light texture: Choose a gel moisturiser or a lotion with a light texture that absorbs quickly.
• Non-pore clogging: Opt for non-comedogenic moisturisers.
• Oil-Free: Look for oil-free formulas, i.e. without greasy agents, and containing ingredients with keratolytic and sebum-regulating properties, such as salicylic acid, and soothing properties, such as niacinamide.
• Moisturise: Don’t forget to moisturise your skin. People with oily skin tend to sometimes use harsh products, and at the same time, stop applying moisturising products. This can lead to skin dehydration, and sometimes itching, stinging, and tightness. It is therefore important to choose a suitable moisturising product, with specific active ingredients for oily skin, and apply it morning and evening after cleansing. This will help to balance the skin and keep it hydrated. Moisturising remains essential for this skin type, as it maintains the skin's protective barrier and prevents dehydration.

 

To ensure visibly healthy-looking skin with these characteristics, it is essential to follow a daily skincare routine, specifically designed for oily skin. This way, you can prevent blemishes and regulate sebum production.

 

Characteristics of combination skin

Combination skin is distinguished by a combination of dry and shinier areas on the face. Controlling this skin type can be difficult, as it requires a balance between the two skin types. The T-zone (forehead, nose, and chin) is more prone to increased sebaceous secretion, while the cheeks tend to be drier.

 

People with this skin type may experience blemishes, blackheads, and enlarged pores in the oily areas, while the drier areas may feel tight, or flaky. Maintaining the integrity of the skin barrier while moisturising the face is essential. It is advisable to apply products with light textures that are quickly absorbed and contain active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and essential ceramides. Formulas with these help to provide moisturising properties & support the integrity of the skin barrier.

 

Characteristics of dry skin

Dry skin is characterised by compromised skin barrier integrity, as the content of lipids and moisturising factors is reduced. The skin has a matte appearance, with imperceptible pores and a grainy or even rough feel, and may tend to flake.

 

Intense heat and colds can exacerbate the dryness of this type of skin. It is common for people with this skin type to experience itching and discomfort when their skin is dry.

 

To help combat the problems associated with this type of skin, nourishing, moisturising, and replenishing elements such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin and ceramides should be used to provide hydration and compensate for the lipid deficiencies of this skin type, while repairing the skin barrier. In addition, when showering or washing your face, use lukewarm water and a cleanser specifically for dry skin. You can also try using a humidifier at home to add moisture to the air and keep your skin hydrated.

 

What are the causes of dry skin?

Dry skin is quite common and affects many people. There are several factors that can exacerbate dry skin, or act as triggers for its appearance:

• Lack of hydration and moisture: When the body does not have the necessary amount of water, the skin can become dry and flaky. Drinking enough water and staying hydrated is paramount to maintaining healthy looking skin.
• Ageing: Dry skin is characterised by less frequent activity of the sebaceous glands, and ageing will also have a significant impact on the activity of these glands.
• Showering or bathing regularly with hot water: This change in temperature can remove the skin's natural oils, causing dryness.
• Excessive sun exposure: When sunbathing, skin protection is reduced and transepidermal water loss is increased, resulting in increased dryness.
• Diet deficient in essential nutrients: Eating foods rich in essential fatty acids, such as salmon and avocado, can help keep the skin hydrated and supple.
• Use of harsh soaps and products: Many soaps and skin care products contain ingredients that can strip the skin of its natural oils, causing dryness. To avoid this, it is recommended to use products specifically designed for delicate skin, and with a neutral pH.
• Exfoliating excessively: Over-using chemical or physical exfoliants can also contribute to skin dryness, as it can remove the skin's protective shield.
• Certain skin pathologies or drugs: Diabetes, for example, can cause an increase in skin dryness.

 

Dry skin can occur on any part of the body, but there are four main areas where it appears more frequently: the hands, arms, legs and especially the feet. With the arrival of summer, your feet can become more cracked and show an increase in calluses, so it is recommended to take more care of them during this time of the year.

   

CeraVe Salicylic Acid Renewing Foot Cream offers a solution to this care. Enriched with ceramides, hyaluronic acid and salicylic acid, it helps restore the skin barrier and provide intense hydration. It also helps to soften and exfoliate, facilitating the removal of dead skin cells and leaving your feet smoother. With regular use, you'll soon notice softer and smoother feet.

 

The importance of hydration for our skin

One of the most notable benefits of keeping the skin hydrated is that it helps prevent signs of ageing. It diminishes the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles, preserving the skin's elasticity and firmness. Some of its advantages include:

• Improves skin texture and tone, making it look younger and more luminous.
• Helps very dry, tight skin feel less itchy and uncomfortable
• Supports a healthy skin barrier

 

Therefore, moisturising is key to maintaining a healthy, youthful-looking skin while protecting it from external aggressions.

 

What are the best moisturisers for my skin type?

There are different products and treatments recommended for different skin types.

 

Moisturising cream for oily skin

Moisturising the skin is essential, even if you have oily skin. Look for light formulas containing sebum-regulating active ingredients such as salicylic acid and moisturisers such as hyaluronic acid. Also, look for products including ceramides, specifically ceramides 1, 3, and 6 type 2, as formulations with these will help support the skin barrier.

 

CeraVe Blemish Control Gel is a moisturiser suitable for people who may be prone to acne. Within its formulation, we should highlight salicylic acid, lactic acid, and glycolic acid as active imperfection correctors, plus niacinamide and the three essential ceramides, meaning this formula will help maintain the skin barrier. It’s free of alcohol (ethanol) and perfumes, helping to reduce the appearance of blemishes without causing irritation.

   

Moisturising cream for combination skin

If your skin is a combination of dry and oily areas, you may experience difficulties in finding the ideal moisturiser. Combination skin can be difficult to balance and be kept moisturised. Luckily, there are creams formulated specifically for this skin type to help keep it in check.

 

CeraVe Moisturising Lotion will be the most suitable choice for normal and combination skin. Its formulation contains hyaluronic acid and ceramides, specifically ceramides 1, 3, and 6 type 2 to help moisturise the skin and protect the skin barrier. In addition, it features multivesicular technology to help with the gradual release of the formula, helping provide up to 24H hydration. All in a lightweight, non-greasy lotion that is immediately absorbed.

   

Moisturising cream for dry skin

Dryness of the epidermis can have an uncomfortable sensation, especially in cold climates. Choosing the right moisturiser may be a challenge, but there are many alternatives that can help hydrate dry skin and help it feel less tight.

 

When looking to choose a moisturiser for dry skin, it is essential to find one that contains active ingredients that provide long-term hydration, such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ceramides.

 

CeraVe Moisturising Cream is perfect even for the driest skin. It contains hyaluronic acid (which helps retain moisture), ceramides, and glycerin (known for its moisturising and emollient properties), making it an ideal product to achieve intense and long-lasting hydration for up to 24 hours in the driest skins.

   

Moisturiser with photoprotection (SPF)

Solar radiation is present 365 days a year and has a significant impact on skin quality. It will accelerate photoageing and impact the integrity of the barrier function, as UVB and UVA radiation will decrease the ceramide content.

 

For all these reasons, in your skincare routine it is important to include products that can provide the skin surface with hydration and essential ceramides, in addition to offering very high protection against ultraviolet radiation. Using a moisturiser with photoprotection is of great importance, since, in addition to helping to retain moisture, it helps protect the skin from the harmful effects of UV radiation.

 

Within CeraVe’s moisturising products, we can distinguish two lotions with SPF, CeraVe AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF30 and CeraVe AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50. They are formulated with the three essential ceramides and multivesicular technology to hydrate the skin for up to 24 hours with a single application. We also highlight hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and niacinamide within the ingredients. The result is light, non-greasy lotions in fragrance-free formulas, suitable for all skin types and can be recommended for sensitive and fragile skin.

     

Choose the moisturiser that best suits your needs

 

Discovering the perfect moisturiser for your skin can make a huge difference in the appearance and texture of your skin. If you have oily skin or are prone to acne, you should opt for a cream that is non-comedogenic to avoid clogging pores or increasing seborrhea.

 

For people with combination skin, finding the right moisturiser can be a little trickier. A combination complexion means that some areas of the face are oily and others are dry. So, opt for a light, non-greasy lotion that absorbs quickly.

 

If you have dry skin, a cream that is rich and moisturising is essential. The main purpose of a moisturiser is to restore the skin's ceramides and ensure its hydration, leaving the epidermis soft and supple.