What do you find works best for you? I do my shaving and facial cleaning while in the shower (shaving in the shower works great, btw). I generally apply some sort of after shave when I get out of the shower, to stave off irritation from shaving. Though I am conflicted. Is it best to apply after shave or any sort of facial lotion while the face is still wet, or to pat dry or air dry face first, then apply the after shave or facial lotion?
2007-09-04 16:49:12 · 9 answers · asked by T-Man 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body ➔ Other - Skin & Body
Moisturizers work very well if you use them while skin is still damp.
So moisturize at night after washing face, and shave and use after shave in AM.
2007-09-04 16:55:40 · answer #1 · answered by Nurse Susan 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You can apply the aftershave and the lotion while your skin is still wet, or after it is dry.
There are many on going discussions on what works best and the jury is still out on that one.
For my male clients (including my husband) I recommend that after you have shaved in the shower pat your skin dry so that the after shave is not diluted by the water on your face. Then apply moisturizer. Use products that are free of mineral oils....this is very occlusive and won't let your skin breath.
I also recommend using products that are formulated for men as the pH of their skin is different than a woman's. After all...not all skin is the same.
2007-09-04 18:34:51 · answer #2 · answered by kjscrim 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey,
i think it is better to apply moisturizer after u have had a shower from absorbing the steam and stuff. Like dry your face with a towel first though otherwise it wont rub in. Sorry not too sure.
2007-09-04 17:00:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
once you employ your moisturizer on a humid, not moist, face, you seal the greater moisture into your dermis. besides the undeniable fact that, asserting that tissues and towels carry germs is getting slightly oc (obsessive/compulsive). Tissues and freshly laundered towels do not carry adequate germs to be bothered approximately. Pat your face dry leaving it in basic terms slightly damp and then persist with your different products.
2016-11-14 05:37:31 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well after a shower (assuming it's not a cold shower) your pores will be open from the humidity and such so you do not want a facial moisturizer that will clog them so to be safe perhaps wait until your face is dry.
2007-09-04 16:57:46 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
You'd want to throw some cold water on your face first, to close off your pores, before you put on any facial lotions.
2007-09-04 16:59:29 · answer #6 · answered by Tazer Tag 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
After shower, your pores are usually open and skin is still damp thus it's a perfect time to apply toner and moisturizer.
Toner will tone up your pores and balance up your skin pH after cleansing, apply moisturizer after toner as absorption is better.
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2007-09-04 17:16:22 · answer #7 · answered by nickelodeon 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can do it when your face is damp, not dripping, and use a moisturizer meant for your skin type. This will help to protect your skin from the elements.
2007-09-04 17:01:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think u should do it wen ur face is still damp, cux ur pores are open, and i think thats best for the cream can do deep down... isnt it why pple go to those spa, and sit in hot air, and then wash there face in cold water... its the best time! lol
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2007-09-04 17:01:23 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋