And howoften should I be moisturizing?
Plus, a slow moisturizing session can actually become a luxurious part of your self-care regime.
According to skincare experts, though, taking the time to moisturize the whole body has its benefits.
“I recommend applying body lotion daily,” said dermatologist Naissan O. Wesley toWho What Wear.
In fact, it might even be beneficial for older people to moisturize twice a day.
As she explained, moisturizing the body is a great way to prevent premature skin aging.
“The skin often tends to appear more wrinkled when it’s drier,” Wesley said.
Wesley went on to recommend moisturizing every inch of the body including the often-forgotten legs.
She has developed a routine in which she mentally thanks her body as she moisturizes.
It starts to become an act of meditation and an act of self-love."
A2018 study, for instance, examined the effects of running lotion on the lower legs for two minutes.
The study found that the practice helped to relax participants.
