Sick of your skin feeling like the Sahara Desert despite slathering on body moisturiser like nobody's business? You're not alone. We’re here to set you on the path to hydration salvation by outlining the six sneaky reasons why your skin might still be as thirsty as ever after moisturising.
1. You’re using a lotion instead of cream
Body lotions are lighter and less nourishing than body creams, and they might not be up to the job if you’re dealing with dry skin – especially during winter. Switch to a richer, ultra-moisturising cream like our Body Moisture Whip – a luscious, tropical-scented velvety cream enriched with antioxidant-packed mango and papaya, hydrating and softening coconut and cacao oils, and CelluShape™️ Technology to firm.
2. You’re forgetting to exfoliate
Exfoliation is the hero of your hydrating skincare routine. Sloughing away dry, dead skin cells allows the soft, fresh skin underneath to emerge. What’s more, regular use of a body scrub ensures your body cream penetrates more effectively to defeat that dreaded dryness.
Try our triple-exfoliating Bali Buffing Sugar and see the difference for yourself!
3. Your body wash is harsh as hell
Using a body moisturiser can’t make up for a harsh body wash or ultra-stripping soap. Formulated with fruit enzymes for effective cleansing with a rich lather, our sulphate-free Smoothing Shower Gels give skin an instant hydration boost. Meanwhile, prebiotics nourish the skin microbiome and strengthen the skin barrier for lasting relief from dehydration.
4. You’re having piping-hot showers
We get it – hot showers are comforting. But they’re not the best move if you want soft, hydrated skin. Overly hot and long showers will rob your skin of moisture, so try to turn down the water temp to warm, not hot.
5. You’re sun-tanning not self-tanning
If you’re interested in the health and appearance of your skin in the long term, cut out the sun-tanning. It’s incredibly ageing and comes with the risk of skin cancer, pigmentation and photodamage.
For an ultra-realistic, hydrated tan, try our Bali Bronzing Foam. With 100% natural DHA and colour guide technology for an even finish, it develops in just 2 hours. Or, for the face, there’s our HyalurosmoothTM-infused Antioxidant Face Tanning Micromist.
6. You’re partying like it’s 1999
News flash: what you put in your body is just as important as what you put on your body. And a diet full of high-sugar, high-salt, ultra-refined processed foods is the fast track to a desiccated complexion.Alcohol is also super dehydrating, and cigarettes are on par with sun exposure for causing dryness, dullness and premature ageing. So, if you’ve been partying too hard, skimping on sleep (vital for skin repair and rejuvenation!) and treating your stomach like a dumpster, try cleaning up your act. You’ll see the change in your complexion in days – not weeks!
By investing in a rich, nourishing body moisturiser and following these simple tips, you’ll bid goodbye to dryness and usher in soft, supple, hydrated skin – no matter the season!
Written By: Pip Jarvis
Edited By: Iris
