10 Common Moisturizer Mistakes You're Making

Moisturizing is an important step in every skin care routine, but there are actually a few common moisturizer mistakes that many of us are not even aware of.

Here are 10 common moisturizer mistakes you may be making.

1. Washing your face with bar soap
Using bar soap on your face can cause skin dehydration because it imbalances your skin’s natural pH, which will possibly lead to dry skin and wrinkles.

If you prefer to wash your face with a bar soap, you need to be careful that you're using a bar soap that is intended for facial use. Facial bar soap has a lower pH value than body bar soap and is less likely to dry out your skin.

2. Not Applying Moisturizer Immediately After Cleansing
It's imperative to apply moisturizer immediately after cleansing. Your skin should be slightly damp but not wet. Applying moisturizer immediately will lock in the moisture before it evaporates. This helps the skin remain hydrated longer and will eliminate the dry feeling you get after cleansing.

3. Using Too Much Moisturizer
Using a thick layer of moisturizer can be harmful to your skin. You only need a small amount of each moisturizer to get the job done.

4. Apply Moisturizer Only On Your Face
Neglecting the other parts of your body is one of the most common mistakes.
Signs of aging can occur all over the skin. Be sure to applying the moisturizer on your neck, arms, elbows, hands, knees and legs as well. Otherwise, you could wind up with a perfectly smooth face but the other parts of your body will look dry.

5. Not Applying Moisturizer Gently
Not applying moisturizer gently can lead to wrinkles and damage the skin.
Moisturizers should be gently massaged into the skin. Apply moisturizer gently in circular, upward motions with a gentle touch on your face and use your ring finger around the eye area.

6. Not Apply Moisturizer Because You Have Oily Skin
Moisturizing should be an important part of your skin care regimen, even if you have oily skin. If you're concerned that moisturizers contain oils that can clog pores, opt for oil-free or gel-based moisturizers as they are less greasy. They will absorb quickly into the skin and do not leave an oily look.

7. Not Using A Separate Eye Cream
The skin around the eyes is very delicate. Using any facial cream around the eyes can irritate skin and cause swelling. You need specially formulated products for the skin in the eye area. You should use only creams and serums that have been ophthalmologically tested.

8. Not Exfoliating Your Skin
9. Using Wrong Formula For Your Skin Type
10. Applying Your Skin Care Products In The Wrong Order

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