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Do you really need to dry your skin after taking a bath?

5 shocking benefits of applying  lotion when your body is wet | Pulse Uganda

Temi Iwalaiye

Most times when people bathe, they use a towel to wipe water from their bodies. Unfortunately, these towels aren't even clean and often become a breeding ground for mould, which can lead to various skin conditions.

If your skin is dry and flaky, it might be due to your post-bath habits. It’s much better to leave your skin wet after bathing. Here’s why:

Applying lotion to damp skin after a shower can help reduce the appearance of cellulite quickly and effortlessly.

Cellulite, caused by fat pockets pressing against the skin's connective tissue, may be minimised by massaging body lotion into moist skin.

This technique, which doesn’t need surgery, temporarily plumps the skin, making it look smoother.

Damp skin is more receptive to lotion, allowing the ingredients to absorb better and potentially break down the fatty deposits that contribute to cellulite.

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Damp skin is like a sponge, absorbing moisture more effectively.

Applying lotion immediately after showering helps lock in hydration, preventing dryness.

When you get out of the shower, don’t pat your skin dry. This simple routine can help combat dryness and flakiness, leaving your skin feeling hydrated and healthy.

Applying body lotion when your body is wet [shuttershock]

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Applying lotion to wet skin can help even out your skin tone, as water strips away natural oils.

By sealing in moisture, body lotion on wet skin forms a protective barrier that shields the skin from further damage.

This results in a more even skin tone and reduces the risk of redness, inflammation, or other blemishes.

Body lotion is more effective on wet skin.

This makes your skin feel softer and smoother by forming a barrier on the surface that locks in moisture, preventing water loss and keeping it hydrated and plump.

It also fills in cracks or crevices, creating a smooth surface and achieving baby-soft skin.

<h3>5. Reduce fine lines and wrinkles</h3>

Applying lotion to wet skin can prevent fine lines and wrinkles by locking in hydration, making the skin more receptive to moisture. This results in plumper, more youthful-looking skin.

Massaging lotion into the skin can stimulate circulation and promote collagen production, thus preventing fine lines and wrinkles.

Overall, moisturising and massaging skin when our body is wet can be beneficial for overall skin health.

5 shocking benefits of applying  lotion when your body is wet

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