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• Method 1 of 3: Apply lotion to your face
• Method 2 of 3: Apply lotion to your body
• Method 3 of 3: Using special lotions
• Tips
• Warnings

Most people know that applying lotion helps to moisturize the skin, but many people are unaware that lotion has other benefits. Applying lotion regularly can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles, soothe overworked skin and acne, and protect your skin from the elements. To get the most out of your lotion, there are a few tricks and methods to apply the lotion. These tricks can help you apply lotion to your face, body, and areas that need more attention.

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Method 1 of 3: Apply lotion to your face

1. Find out what type of facial skin you have. Lotions are formulated according to the specific needs of different skin types, so the first step is to determine what type of facial skin you have so that you can buy the best product. If you already have facial lotion at home, read the packaging to make sure you have the right product for your current skin type. Your skin is constantly changing with things like weather and aging, so be sure to consider how your skin is right now. The different skin types are:
   • Normal skin is not dry and greasy, and there are no impurities, sensitive skin and irritation.
   • Oily skin often looks shiny and greasy due to overactive sebaceous glands on the face. This skin type often has impurities and the pores often look larger.
   • Dry skin has a shortage of sebum and moisture. The skin is often flaky with obvious ribbons and red patches.
   • Sensitive skin is often mistaken for dry skin because it is also red and dry. In sensitive skin, however, the irritation is caused by a certain ingredient in a skin care product and there is not too little sebum.
   • With combination skin, some parts are fat and other parts are drier or normal. It is often the case that with combination skin the forehead, nose and chin are more oily, and the rest of the face is normal to dry.
2. Buy products with good ingredients for your skin type. Now that you know what type of facial skin you have, you can start buying products with ingredients best suited to your skin's needs. Certain ingredients have been scientifically proven to help with certain skin conditions, so buying products with these ingredients can help you get the most benefit from the lotion. Some ingredients suitable for all skin types:
   • Normal skin: Look for cream-based moisturizers that contain vitamin C to help repair antioxidant damage. Do not use gel, as it dries out the skin too much. Thicker lotions that look more like ointment are too hard on the skin.
   • Oily skin: use a thin water-based lotion in the form of gel. This type of lotion is more quickly absorbed into the skin than other lotions. Look for lotions with zinc oxide, aloe vera gel, and seaweed extract. Do not use products containing alcohol and petroleum jelly.
   • Dry skin: Try thicker cream-based lotions or thick ointments to apply a thicker layer of weather protection. Look for ingredients like jojoba oil, sunflower oil, and rose hip seed oil. Do not use products that contain alcohol, as they dry out dry skin too much.
   • Sensitive skin: Look for products with soothing ingredients such as echinacea, hyaluronic acid and cucumber extract. Do not use products with synthetics, fragrances and dyes.
   • Combination skin: Look for oil-free products that contain panthenol, zinc oxide, and lycopene. These ingredients help to balance the oily areas of the skin and moisturize the dry areas of the skin.
3. Leave the lotion on. After applying lotion to your face and neck, wait about five minutes before putting on your shirt, applying makeup, or going to sleep. It is important to let the lotion soak in before doing anything that disrupts the moisturizing barrier that the lotion forms on the top layers of the skin. If you use up too soon, your makeup can get into your pores along with the lotion, clogging them and making your makeup look streaky. If you dress too quickly or lie face down on a pillow, the lotion will soak into the fabric instead of your skin and you will be able to get the most out of the lotion.

Method 2 of 3: Apply lotion to your body

1. Find out what type of body skin you have. As with your face, it is important to use a lotion that is suitable for the type of body skin you have. Don't assume that your facial skin is the same type as your body skin. Sometimes the skin on your body is drier or more acne-prone than your facial skin, so it's important to determine what type of body skin you currently have.
2. Buy body lotion with active ingredients that suit your skin type. As with facial lotion, it is important to look for body lotion with the best ingredients to moisturize your body skin type. This is why it is so important to first determine what type of body skin you have, because assuming that your body skin and your facial skin are of the same type, you may be putting ingredients on your skin that can damage your skin and cause acne breakouts. can cause. Some ingredients that are suitable for all skin types are:
   • Normal skin: Look for thicker lotions and moisturizing creams with ingredients like Vitamin C to repair antioxidant damage and Vitamin E to moisturize the skin. Licorice root helps to reduce pigment damage.
   • Oily skin: only use thin lotions without oil, especially lotions that are quickly absorbed and contain witch hazel. Witch hazel is an excellent natural ingredient that helps the sebaceous glands produce less sebum and unclog pores, reducing acne breakouts. Don't use thick, greasy products that contain alcohol and petroleum jelly.
   • Dry skin: Look for thick, cream-based lotions and repairing ointments, especially those containing shea butter and coconut oil. These are two highly moisturizing ingredients that restore the moisture layer on the skin. Do not use products that contain alcohol, as this will dry out your skin even more.
   • Sensitive skin: Look for products with soothing ingredients such as echinacea to soften the skin and avocado oil, which contains fatty acids and plenty of B vitamins to moisturize the skin and improve cell function. Do not use products with synthetics, fragrances and dyes.
   • Combination skin: Look for oil-free products that contain panthenol, zinc oxide, and lycopene. Avoid using thick, water-based creams and gels as they are too heavy and dry out combination skin too much.
3. Apply the lotion directly to your skin. Keeping in mind the thickness of the lotion and the directions on the package, squeeze the correct amount of lotion onto your hands. Do not immediately use lotion for your whole body, but always treat part of your body at the same time. Rub your hands together to warm the lotion, then apply it to your body. Gently push the lotion into your skin with slow sweeping movements and apply it to areas that are particularly dry, such as the knees and elbows.
4. Leave the lotion on. Before leaving the steamy bathroom and putting on clothes, let the lotion soak into your skin for five minutes. The moist air will keep your pores open so that the lotion can absorb more quickly and moisturize your skin better. If you put on clothes or wrap a towel around your body too quickly, you will wipe away the lotion you just applied and your skin will not benefit from the moisturizing properties.

Method 3 of 3: Using special lotions

1. Consider what needs your skin has. The skin on your face and body is greatly affected by things like stress, the weather and your age and it is not uncommon to use different products to meet these changing needs. When purchasing lotions, consider the needs of your skin and look for remedies that can meet those needs. In addition to products that treat standard skin types, you can also find products that do the following:
   • Tighten and firm the skin
   • Tanning the skin
   • Treat acne
   • Rejuvenate the skin or prevent aging
   • Reduce wrinkles
   • Treat eczema
2. Apply lotion to your feet before going to bed. Many people also forget to put lotion on their feet, even if they use them all day long. Your feet, just like your hands, have to endure a lot during the day. Moreover, they are sensitive areas that need to be cared for. If your feet are very dry, the skin on your heels can crack and become very painful and unsightly. To combat cracked heels and dry, flaky feet, apply thick lotion to your feet before going to sleep. That way, your feet can absorb the moisturizing ingredients throughout the night. For best results, put on thick socks after applying the lotion so that no lotion gets on your sheets.
3. Don't forget your lips. The skin on your lips is also very sensitive and dries out quickly. Laughing, talking, and exposure to the wind and sun can dry out your skin, especially your lips. Many people only notice that their lips are dry when they are already flaking, so be proactive in treating this sensitive area and apply lip balm to your lips before they dry out. Look for a lip balm with natural oils like coconut oil and argan oil to make your lips as supple as possible.

Tips

• If you use lotion regularly and your skin is still dry, use a humidifier. This is a good idea, especially in winter. Dry air pulls moisture from your skin and a humidifier can counteract this process by bringing more moisture into the air.

Warnings

• If after applying lotion to your body you develop a rash or your skin becomes irritated, itchy and warm to the touch, stop using the lotion immediately. Also check which ingredients the lotion contains so you can find out which ingredients you are allergic or very sensitive to.