Hello, this is Ayannu.
I am in charge of the serialization of "As I am", where I introduce and pursue health and beauty that is unique to me from my relationship with Lypo-C, who is a regular drinker.
 
I am 32 years old now, but when I was in my 20s, my skin was very dry and I was very worried about how to moisturize my skin.
 
(I was surprised when the skin diagnosis test at a department store gave me only 4 points out of 100 for my moisture content.)
 
I knew that "moisturizing is the basis of beautiful skin" when I was working for a cosmetics manufacturer, so I've been searching for ways to keep my skin moisturized and hydrated. That's why we are particularly particular about moisturizing, and we take thorough measures against dryness in winter.
 
In December, the chill is increasing day by day, and the dryness of the skin is a concern. Do you have a solid dry countermeasure moisturizing?
 
What is lacking in winter is the temperature. And when the temperature is low, the amount of water in the air is insufficient. That is humidity. First of all, these two are overwhelmingly lacking in the winter season.
 
Precisely because we can't see temperature and humidity, it's important to use many "feeling" sensors to recognize them.
How are you staying hydrated during this time?
Are you working on something?
 
This time, I would like to introduce my “winter moisturizing care” that moisturizes the skin and body.
I would be happy if my As I am dryness measures could be a hint for everyone.
 

Are you dry now?

Unlike summer, when you sweat a lot, winter is a season where it is difficult for you to notice a lack of moisture. Firmly moisturizing is an indispensable skin care measure for the present and future, such as adjusting the texture of the skin, preventing and caring for fine wrinkles.
 
Without further ado, I would like to share with you some tips for thoroughly moisturizing both the surface of your skin and the inside of your body.
 

Items you want to incorporate to moisturize the skin surface

In winter, when the moisture in the skin tends to escape, it is recommended to add a cream to your usual care. By using creams, you can create a film of oil on the surface of your skin and prevent moisture from evaporating.
 
Even if you usually don't use cream and finish your care with milky lotion, please try using it during the season when you are worried about dryness.
 
《My As I am cream Use and +α》
 
✓ For those who are not good at creams with a lot of oil content, it is recommended to use something with a fresh feel such as gel cream. By the way, my all-time favorite is Tsuda Cosmetics Skin Barrier Cream. A plump cream that provides plenty of hydration and leaves your skin surprisingly moisturized.
 
✓ If your eyes tend to dry out, use eye cream, and if your skin is stiff or dry, use beauty oil.
 
✓ Especially in the case of lips, the ability to retain moisture is weak, so it is easy to dry, so if you are concerned about it, apply lip balm frequently. If you apply it vertically, you can feel a more moisturizing effect and care for vertical wrinkles.
 
✓If you choose a mask made of a material that does not dry easily, such as cotton or silk, for masks that are now indispensable ◎
 
Also, when we hear the word “moisturizing,” we tend to think, “I have to give it anyway!”
 
For example, do you scrub your skin after cleansing and washing your face?
 
After cleansing and washing the face, the skin becomes very dry and easily stressed, so to avoid stressing the skin, lightly apply a towel to the skin and moisturize as soon as possible. will do.
 
In my case, after washing my face, I put a tissue or moisture wiping sheet on my skin to remove unnecessary moisture and immediately start moisturizing with lotion.
 

What you need to know about moisturizing the inside

I am often thirsty.
Dry lips.
 
The body's sensors react sensitively to invisible crises.
In other words, such a state is a sign that the body is dry.
 
About 60 to 70% of the human body is made up of water.
 
Therefore, if there is not enough water, the water will not reach the necessary places, which can cause dullness and dryness.
 
"Dry skin", "thirsty", and "very dry lips" are signs that the amount of water in the body is low.
 
Pay attention to the inside of your body as much as the surface of your skin, and be sure to hydrate well before you get thirsty or dry lips.
 

Good hydration point

Here are some tips for good hydration.
First and foremost, don't take too much at once.
 
If you try to rehydrate your body all at once, it will put a strain on your body and cause swelling. People who are sensitive to cold may be encouraged to cool down.
 
When is the recommended time to rehydrate?
 
・After getting up in the morning
・Before going to bed at night
・Before and after bathing
・After washing
In particular, before and after going to bed and before and after bathing, the lack of water is likely to appear, so make it a habit to rehydrate.
 
Even when you are working, it is recommended that you drink as much as possible a glass of water every 1-2 hours.
 
Even if you just take water at this timing, your body will be less likely to dry out.
 
Also, the amount to be ingested at one time is about 1 glass of water. If your body gets cold easily, plain hot water is OK.
 
(In my case, I drink hot water after waking up in the morning and before going to bed at night. During the day, I always have hot barley tea.)
 
If you don't like drinking water, try barley tea or rooibos tea, which doesn't contain caffeine or sugar.
 
By the way, I often drink warm rooibos tea from H&F BELX, a non-caffeine tea specialty store.
 
There are many varieties with different scents and tastes, so you can enjoy rehydrating without getting tired of it, so it is recommended for people who don't like water.
 

in conclusion

In winter, the humidity and temperature drop.
 
In order to make the most of the moisturizing items you are currently using, be conscious of moisturizing your skin and body and actively take measures against dryness.
 
[Editor's Note/Ayannu]
 
It's already winter.
 
Today is Christmas Eve. The BGM of the cafe is also a Christmas song.
I'm excited.
During the cold season, my favorite thing to do is take a bath every day.
It's a happy time to try various bath salts and find your favorite.
It's the cold season, so a warm bathtub will warm your heart and body.
After that, coffee time in the morning is also a time to feel happy.
 
How do you enjoy winter?
Please try to find your own way to enjoy winter.