No, seriously. Stop using moisturizers.

"Dermatologists don't want
you to use moisturizers!"

     Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize! It's one of the simplest truths in basic skincare. It's the reason we drink water before bed or moisturize when it's cold outside. It's a part of our daily routine, but what if that was all a lie?

What if you didn't actually need to moisturize in order to have healthy-looking skin? In fact, Dermatologists around the world will tell you to stop using lotion! Surprised? So were we. 

First, let's explain how moisturizers actually work. 

"Your body doesn't need the
extra hydration!"

The very purpose of moisturizers is to protect the outermost layer of the skin. It also protects your skin from dirt, dust, and plenty of other particles in the air as a sort of natural barrier. 

Some people, however, have dryer skin than others. Grab your moisturizer, and take a look at what the main ingredient is. if it's mainly water, it's classified as a light moisturizer. This is meant for people with acne-prone skin. If the main ingredient is a fatty substance like cocoa butter or grapeseed oil, then it's meant to be used as a moderate hydrator for dryer skin.

So, are moisturizers actually bad for your skin? 

Not necessarily. You lose about 8 pounds of skin cells in a year, so the very thing that moisturizers effectively protect your skin from also traps your own skin cells. All the trapped skin cells will make your skin lose complexion, and end up looking visibly dull. Still not convinced? Using a moisturizer on a daily basis can change the way your body produces its natural method of hydration. 

Yes, your body does make its own moisturizer. Using moisturizers will reduce its ability to make its own moisturizer due to the abundance of moisturizer. When the water, fats, and proteins in your body are imbalanced by use of moisturizer, the skin's ability to act as a natural barrier is weakened. 

Your sensitive skin issue? That's caused by moisturizers.

Here's the good news.

"Use Moisturizers with Fruit
Acids like..."

You should still use a moisturizer. It's still one of the best ways to hydrate the top layer of your skin and prevent damage from dust, dirt, and other particles in the air. We suggest a lotion with iron oxide as it has the added benefit of protecting your skin from sun damage. It's important to note that while you can use a moisturizer on a daily basis, you can still over-moisturize. Adding other aspects of proper skin care can also have added benefits. Using a moisturizer with other products like a Serum and Toner can help clear your skin of built-up skin cells.

The healthiest thing you can do for your skin is to allow it to prosper by using products that enhance your skin's ability to exfoliate naturally. Using products with fruit acids like citric acid, and glycolic acid have exfoliating benefits and are gentle enough for people with sensitive skin.

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