What type of lotion or moisturizer is best for dry skin?

What type of lotion or moisturizer is best for dry skin?

There are several different moisturizer options available if you have dry skin. When choosing a moisturizer for your dry skin, look for products that:

• Don’t have fragrances.
• Don’t contain ingredients that lead to skin dehydration like isopropyl alcohol, benzyl alcohol or sulfates.
• Include ingredients that lock in moisture like petroleum jelly, hyaluronic acid, lanolin or mineral oils (emollients).
• Include ingredients that attract moisture to your skin like glycerin.
• Prevent itching (hydrocortisone steroid).
• Offer protection from the sun (sunscreen) with an SPF.
• Are designed for your affected area of skin (face vs. body). You may need more than one moisturizer for different parts of your body.

When choosing a moisturizer, remember that your skin is unique and a product that works for someone else might not be best for you and your skin. Your healthcare provider or your dermatologist can help you choose skin care products designed for you and your dry skin.