Should you use moisturizer every day?

Not necessarily

It is a common question whether you need to moisturize every day, but the answer is not absolute.

First, we need to understand the natural function of the skin and the significance of moisturizing. The skin is a very complex organ that maintains moisture and health in many ways. Under normal circumstances, the skin is able to self-regulate moisture to maintain a normal state of skin and avoid dehydration and dryness.

However, for some people, the skin may lose its natural moisturizing and barrier function due to environmental factors (e.g., too dry a climate, low humidity) or medical conditions (e.g., eczema, rosacea, psoriasis). In these cases, using a moisturizer can help replenish the moisture the skin needs, thereby improving the look and feel of the skin.

In addition, personal skin type also affects the use of moisturizer. For people with dry skin, daily use of moisturizer is relatively important because their skin has less natural oil secretion and is prone to dryness, peeling and other problems. In addition, if you have sensitive skin, moisturizing can also help relieve skin sensitivity and other discomfort symptoms.

In short, whether you need to use moisturizer every day should be determined based on your skin type, living environment, and personal skin needs. It is key to understand your skin condition and use moisturizing products reasonably. If your skin is in good condition and there is no obvious dryness problem, there is no need to abuse moisturizing products. Finally, if you are not sure about your skin needs, you can consult a professional dermatologist.

Author: Tang Jiaoqing, MD, attending physician of dermatology

Review | Feng Jun, deputy chief physician of the Dermatology Department of Sinopharm Tongmei General Hospital