Skin continues to regenerate itself, called cell renewal… generating billions of new skin cells every day. Dead cells collect on the surface of the skin, creating layers that become a barrier that prevents water from entering the pores to hydrate & nourish the new cells below. The skin must be gently exfoliated DAILY for moisture to be absorbed. Daily exfoliation keeps dead skin cells & other factors from building a barrier and keeps the skin clear & constantly absorbing moisture.
Cleansing skin with cool water encourages easier removal of dead skin cells & unclogs pores. Cooled skin will accept water more readily & deliver it deeper into the tissue. For skin to have 24-hr. nourishment a water-based moisturizer needs to be covered with an oil based night creme to prevent water evaporation.
Other skin concerns can develop from the damaging effects of the environment. Sun exposure, chemicals and air-born irritants can aggravate rosacea, psoriasis, eczema and other disorders. These factors, combined with hormonal fluctuations and the ongoing aging process, rob the skin of its smoothness, firmness and elasticity. Balanced, healthy skin can only be achieved by following Skin Theory.