The skin on our bodies is constantly under attack from numerous external factors, such as pollution, weather, clothing friction, etc... To care for and protect it, it is therefore important to hydrate it daily, but when is the best time of day to do this? Let's focus.
At what time of the day should one moisturise their body?
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Published on August 8, 2024, by Stéphanie, PhD, Doctorate in Life and Health Sciences — 3 min of reading
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Why should we hydrate our body?
Just like hair and face, the skin of the body can be battered by external aggressions (wind, cold, pollution, etc...), water during bathing and the friction of clothes. Indeed, the hydrolipidic film present on the skin's surface, responsible for protecting the skin and maintaining water reserves, is assaulted daily. As a result, the poorly hydrated epidermis becomes rough, dull and tight. However, hydration will restore its suppleness, comfort, softness and radiance. Moreover, maintaining good hydration helps to prevent skin ageing and loss of elasticity.
How to hydrate your body on a daily basis?
All skin types, without exception, require hydration. To address this, turn to a moisturising cream that suits your needs, remembering to apply it to the knees and elbows, the two driest areas of the body. You can also opt for a vegetable oil with its nourishing and repairing properties. However, the mere application of a moisturising treatment is not enough. To achieve beautifully hydrated skin, a daily ritual must also be followed:
Opt for natural foaming skincare with a rich texture, gentle and non-abrasive to avoid irritation, skin dryness and discomfort after cleansing;
Avoid taking excessively hot showers and refrain from doing so too frequently within a single day;
Perform body scrubs, once a week, to remove the dead cells that accumulate on the skin's surface. Indeed, a exfoliation on a regular basis enhances the effectiveness of the treatments applied afterwards.
When should one hydrate their body?
It is therefore important to provide a daily dose of hydration to the skin of one's body. The best time to do this is after the shower. Indeed, the skin is particularly receptive at this moment: the epidermis is softened by the heat. Apply your body moisturising cream, suited to your skin type, while your skin is still slightly damp, which will allow the care product to better penetrate the epidermis. It will thus recreate a protective film to retain water under the skin. Also remember to hydrate your skin particularly after a scrub to restore the protective barrier.
