Dry skin after showering is extremely common and often misunderstood. There are two types of dry skin: one without symptoms and the other with symptoms, such as flaky or itchy skin.
Both causes are extremely common, like when we age, our skin tends to lose ceramide and other skin lipid productions, making it less able to retain moisture. That's why older skin easily loses hydration and gets drier.
Why Does Skin Feel Dry After a Shower?
As I said earlier, ceramides and other skin lipids are there to protect your skin from the outer environment, and they help to lock the moisture. But when we do a hot shower, it strips natural oil from the skin, and the moisture gets dried out.
Another reason could be over-cleansing. If you are using any harsh soaps, it will weaken the skin barrier.
This is called transepidermal water loss (TEWL)
This is why what you apply immediately after a shower matters more than the brand itself.
However, we have our own lightweight body lotion with Niacinamide and green tea extract, 100% herbal, Nransha’s Body Lotion
Best ingredients to look for in a body lotion
Niacinamide: Repairs barrier, reduces irritation
Chamomile Extract: Deep nourishment, long-lasting softness
Ceramides: Restore skin’s natural protection
Glycerin: Prevents moisture loss.
In Naransha’s Body Lotion, we have all these ingredients, so you get the best out of one body lotion.
Lotion vs Cream: What’s the Best After a Shower?
Lotions are light-weight, feel soft, blend well; other hand creams are meant to be heavy and glossy.
If I have to put it simply, when you see your skin is extremely dry, feels flaky and itchy, then use cream; otherwise, lotion is best for daily use.
Just remember to apply the product right after a shower within 2-3 minutes.
How To Apply it in the correct way?
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Right after a shower, clean yourself but not with any heavy towel; use a light cotton towel (works best)
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Apply the lotion or cream within 2-3 minutes.
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Massage gently, don’t rub aggressively.
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Focus on elbows, knees, ankles, and arms.
Best body lotion for dry skin after a shower (Who should use what?)
For Extremely Dry Skin
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Thick cream or body butter
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Ceramides and fragrance-free
For Sensitive Skin & Daily Use (try Naransha’s Body Lotion)
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Oat-based or niacinamide lotion.
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No essential oils
Faqs
Can I use Body lotion daily?
Yes, daily use is recommended by dermatologists. Using it right after a shower will improve your skin texture in 7-14 days.
Should I use body lotion on wet or dry skin?
Slightly dam skin is best - it locks the hydration.
Should I use body lotion in summer?
Yes - AC, sun exposure, and bathing still cause dry skin. Use a daily lotion.
Is fragrance bad for dry skin?
For many people, yes - fragrance can trigger irritation.
