When it comes to choosing a moisturizer for your skin, it is essential to understand the differences between a balm, a cream, and a body lotion. Each of these products has specific properties that suit different skin types and needs.
Why is it important to hydrate your skin well?
Moisturizing your skin is essential to maintain its balance, suppleness and youthfulness. Well-hydrated skin is not only softer and luminous, but it is also better protected against external aggressions such as pollution, UV rays and the cold. Hydration helps strengthen the skin barrier, which helps prevent dehydration, irritation and signs of aging. By maintaining a good level of hydration, you also promote cell renewal and regeneration of the skin, making it more resilient and radiant. But then, how do we choose the ideal treatment for our skin between a balm, a cream and a milk?
Your choice will depend on your skin type, the season, and your personal texture preferences. How to choose the right moisturizer for your skin?
– If your skin is very dry, opt for a balm.
– If you have normal skin and want a balanced product, the cream will be your ally.
– For light and refreshing hydration, especially in summer, body milk is perfect.
The balm: ultra-nourishing and restorative
Balm is often the preferred solution for very dry or damaged skin (Dry or dehydrated skin: are they the same thing?). Its rich and thick texture makes it a powerful ally for deep hydration. Balms typically contain a high concentration of plant oils and butters (like shea butter), which allows them to create a protective barrier on the skin. This barrier helps retain moisture and protect the skin against external aggressions. If you have dry, sensitive skin or are looking to treat particularly dry areas like elbows or heels, the balm is for you.
In the Centifolia Softness and Hydration range, find the SOS Body Balm for the whole family. This ultra-rich SOS balm intensely nourishes and repairs dry and weakened skin for the whole family (from 3 years old). From the first application, it soothes tightness, discomfort and redness. Its melting texture applies easily, absorbs quickly and leaves the skin soft and comfortable, without a greasy effect. This balm is particularly suitable for sensitive skin.
The cream: balance and comfort
The cream is a versatile choice that is suitable for most skin types. With a texture lighter than balm but richer than milk, the cream moisturizes without leaving a greasy film. It is ideal for daily use on the face and body, providing a good balance between hydration and rapid absorption. Creams are often formulated with a mixture of water and oils, making them effective at locking in hydration while being lighter than balms. If you have normal to dry skin, or are looking for year-round moisturizer, the cream is a great choice.
Centifolia offers you Moisturizing Cream for the whole family in the Softness and Hydration range. This cream with a light, melting texture is absorbed quickly without leaving a greasy film, ideal for the face and body. It provides immediate and lasting hydration, reducing feelings of dryness for soothed and comfortable skin. It is particularly suitable for sensitive skin and children aged 3 and over.
Milk: lightness and freshness
The body milk is perfect for those looking for lightweight hydration and quick application. Its fluid and light texture penetrates quickly into the skin, without leaving any greasy residue. The milk is particularly suitable for normal to combination skin or for warm climates where light hydration is sufficient. It’s also a good choice for those who don’t like the feel of rich products on their skin. For quick and effective daily hydration, especially after a shower, body milk is ideal.
In the Softness and hydration range, Centifolia has also developed moisturizing body milk for the whole family. This milk with a fluid texture is absorbed quickly without leaving a greasy film, providing immediate and lasting hydration for the whole family (from 3 years old). It leaves the skin soft, soothed, and subtly perfumed, providing comfort and suppleness from the first application. This milk is ideal for sensitive skin.
