Should body lotion be applied all over the body in summer? Can body lotion be applied to the face?

As the cold air retreats, hot air gradually approaches us. In autumn and winter or when the weather is dry and cold, we often use body lotion, and usually apply it all over the body to moisturize the skin. So do we still need to apply body lotion when summer comes?

Should I apply body lotion all over my body in summer?

Choose whether to apply all over the body according to personal needs. If you don’t like it to be too greasy, you can choose to apply a thin layer of body lotion on some parts. When applying body lotion, you can also do it in different areas. If the back is prone to oiliness, use a light-textured body lotion. If the legs are prone to dryness, apply a body lotion with a good moisturizing effect.

Can I use body lotion on my face?

Can't. There is a big difference between body skin and facial skin. Body lotion is not suitable for face. There are special moisturizing creams for face.

1. The ingredients of body lotion are not suitable for face application

The water content of the stratum corneum of the face and body skin is different. Although body milk and lotion are both used to moisturize, their oil-to-water ratio is actually different. Body milk is developed for the rougher torso parts, so it tends to be oily and may be too greasy when applied to the face.

2. Body lotion is not very effective on the face

The main functions of body lotion are to moisturize and hydrate the skin, helping to improve dry skin problems. Facial skin care requires more than just moisturizing, so applying body lotion to the face is not very effective.

How to use body lotion

It is best to use body lotion 5 minutes after bathing. Squeeze the lotion and apply it to various parts of the body. Massage in clockwise circles to promote absorption until the skin absorbs it. After applying, remember to put on cotton clothes to keep warm.

The main function of body lotion

After taking a shower or when our skin is dehydrated, body lotion can help moisturize our skin. Body lotion is a skin care product unique to the body, just like applying lotion, essence and cream on our face, they are all used to help us repair and moisturize the skin.