Face Oil vs Moisturizer: Do You Need Both?
How face oils and moisturizers differ, what each can and cannot do, who benefits from an oil and how to use the two together.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read
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Posts tagged "Dry Skin"
Dry skin lacks oil, loses water easily and often feels tight, rough or itchy. The articles under this tag cover dryness from head to toe: the habits that cause it, such as hot water and harsh cleansers, and the simple changes that relieve it. You will find guidance on choosing moisturizers with humectants, emollients and occlusives, on winter routines, and on the point at which very dry, cracked or inflamed skin needs medical advice.
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Keratosis Pilaris: A Gentle Body Care Routine
What keratosis pilaris is, why scrubbing does not help, and a gentle routine of exfoliating lotions and moisturizer that smooths the bumps.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
Evening Hand and Foot Care: A Simple Routine
A ten-minute evening routine that repairs hands and feet overnight, with a longer weekly version and tips for making it a habit.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
Menopause Skincare: How to Care for Changing Skin
How falling estrogen affects the skin during perimenopause and menopause, and practical care for dryness, thinning, sensitivity and breakouts.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read
Winter Skincare Routine for Dry Skin
A cold-weather face routine for dry skin, with changes to cleansing, moisturizing and home habits that reduce tightness and flaking.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read
Winter Body Care: A Routine for Dry Skin
A cold-weather routine for body skin: shorter showers, richer creams, humid air and protection for hands, legs and feet.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read
Bath Soaks: Types and What to Know Before Using Them
What Epsom salts, oatmeal, bath oils, bubble baths and bath bombs can and cannot do, and how to bathe without drying or irritating skin.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
Foot Calluses: Gentle Care and When to Get Advice
What calluses and corns are, why they form, how to soften and reduce them safely at home and who should seek professional care.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
Rough Elbows and Knees: Daily Skin Care Tips
Why elbows and knees become rough, dry or darker, and a daily routine of gentle exfoliation, softening creams and less friction.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read