Our moisture-packed products provide multiple benefits: our water-based moisturizers are designed to draw and retain moisture in the skin, while protecting, lubricating, and boosting hydration in the top layers. To further fortify your skin, this lotion creates a hydration barrier to lock it all in. Not to mention, these ingredients intensely soften and enhance the texture of your complexion, leaving it with a luxurious, supple glow. Furthermore, these moisturizers actively promote natural oil production and water content, so your skin appears healthier and younger. All these beneficial properties make this lotion your go-to for unbeatable hydration!

The Main Differences Between Facial And Body Skin

Skin thickness: Facial skin is thinner than the skin on our bodies. Of course, this varies depending on which part of the body, however in general, the fat layer under the skin is thicker on the body than the face. Another unique difference is that some areas of our body such as the hands and soles of the feet have a whole extra layer in the epidermis (the top layer of the skin) that covers them. This additional layer allows for increased resilience and stretch in these areas. 

Skin cell turnover rate: There is a naturally occurring slower skin cell turnover rate in the skin on the body, often resulting in drier, thicker, and scalier skin. As it takes longer to replace existing skin cells with new ones, dead cells can linger for longer on your body making it appear dry, dull and sometimes even flaky.

Dryness: The skin on the body has fewer oil-producing sebaceous glands than the face–the highest concentration being found in our t-zone–so dryness tends to be more of a concern.

And How Does The Skin On The Body Age Compared To The Skin On The Face?

The skin on our body–apart from frequently exposed areas such as the arms and hands–does tend to have better protection against UV rays because we generally cover it up. As exposure to the sun is one of the primary causes of skin ageing, this means that the rate of extrinsic or external ageing in covered areas will be much slower.

Age-related changes to the skin on the body are like those on the face in that they can include thinning, sagging, wrinkling and in areas frequently exposed to the sun, the appearance of age spots. Broken blood vessels and areas of dryness as well as skin health concerns such as skin cancer are also more common as we age and appear on the skin on our body. 

So, How Can We Care For The Skin On Our Bodies?

Most of us follow a regular skincare regime that pays special attention to the skin on our face, while the skin on our body generally plays second fiddle. But, it is equally important. A simple yet effective routine should be applied to body care too. 

To start with, turn down the heat and ensure that you take showers or baths using warm water. Warm water is much less drying than hot and helps to avoid unnecessary capillary dilation which can lead to visible broken capillaries. These are quite common across the decolletage which is the primary area we tend to have the shower beating down on us. Also when cleansing the body, choose mild gentle cleansers that do not strip vital oils as this may cause irritation and lead to a compromised barrier and dehydration.

For problem areas such as chest and back breakouts, try a naturally antibacterial non-foaming cleanser such as Alpha-H Clear Skin Daily Face & Body Wash.

Each morning ensure that body skin exposed to the sun is adequately protected and apply a broad-spectrum SPF, ensuring that you re-apply according to directions if you are out on the sun for prolonged periods, swimming or exercising (try: Alpha-H  Daily Essential Moisturiser SPF 50+).

When it comes to hydration, a daily hydrating lotion or body moisturiser is key. Remember to reapply after showering and pay special attention to particularly dry areas such as elbows, knees, and heels. 

Regular Exfoliation Is Particularly Important For The Skin On The Body

Our skin is constantly shedding dead cells. In young healthy skin, this process occurs naturally around every 30 days and encourages fresh new cells to push their way to the skin’s surface. These fresh cells are plump and smooth and change the appearance of the skin giving it increased luminosity.

However, the skin on the body sheds slower than facial skin. As we age, the rate at which this process occurs begins to slow down even more and dead skin cell build-up accumulates on the top layer of the skin. This accumulation of dead cells can make the skin appear dull.

Exfoliating dead skin cell build-up from this outer layer of the skin to speed up or mimic the skin’s own natural process of shedding helps to reveal fresher, smoother skin underneath. Regular exfoliation can also help products penetrate the skin more evenly and effectively, encouraging the production of vital proteins that form the skin’s supportive layer such as skin-plumping collagen.

 

 

 

A rich, luxurious, ultra-hydrating lotion formulated to instantly softens, relieves dryness, increasing cell regeneration, hydrating, and soothing. Stimulating your skin’s natural repair and rejuvenating system. 

Acai Sterols is a super fruit capable of increasing moisture levels on the skin while enhancing the skin’s barrier function and improving hydration.

Olive Squalane, Avocado Oil and Nilotica Shea Oil combine to create a light, non-greasy feeling lotion that sinks into skin quickly, but leaves behind a thin occlusive layer to reduce water from evaporating from skin.

Allantoin and Oat Amino Acid are added for their soothing properties, as well as the oats’ film forming and moisturizing properties.  

Alpha Bisabolol (Chamomile Extract) accelerates the healing process of skin and protects it from the effects of daily stress.

Nilotica (NILE-ot-i-kah) Shea a rare relative of Shea that is creamier and softer and has more hydrating and healing properties than any other Shea butter variety.   

Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate (probiotic) strengthen the skin's natural defenses for optimal hydration, reduced inflammation and redness, and improved appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. 

Suggested use:  Apply to damp or dry skin to nourish skin and restore moisture. Reapply as often as needed to provide calming and promote speed of moisturization. For Normal, Dry, and Mature skin types. 16 Fl oz. 

Ingredients:  Distilled Water, Shea Butter Nilotica, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Sodium Olivoyl Glutamate, Avocado Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil, Shea Oil Nilotica, Acai Sterols, Raspberry Extract Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, Inositol (B8), Sodium Lactate, Colloidal Oatmeal, Oat Amino Acids, Alpha Bisabolol, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Allantoin, Sodium Phytate, Xanthan Gum, Rosemary Leaf Extract.