What is the difference between “lotion” and “cream”? Which one is better for your skin?
Lotions and creams are popular for helping to soften, hydrate and repair dry skin. But with so many different skincare products to choose from, from butters to whipped creams, how do you know which one is best for you? What’s the difference between these products? And which one is best for your skin type?
What is the difference between “lotion” and “cream”?
“It basically comes down to viscosity or thickness,” says Dr Adirsh Vijay Moudgil, a dermatologist at the Moudgil Skin Clinic. In simple terms, lotions tend to be lighter in texture and contain more water and less oil, while creams tend to be heavier in texture and contain more oil and less water.
What is suitable for hands?
Dry, rough hands are a common problem. It can be caused by daily habits, occupations that require contact with chemicals such as detergents or household cleaning products, and frequent hand washing, which can dry out and make your hands rough. Formulas with a rich texture, such as creams or butters, can help solve this problem by providing extra moisture to the สมัคร UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีสำหรับสมาชิกใหม่ skin.
What is suitable for the face?
For the face, it’s important to choose products that are non-comedogenic, says Dr. Adersh Vijay Moudgil, a dermatologist at Moudgil Skin Clinic. “Non-comedogenic means they won’t clog pores, which is especially important for the face, especially for those prone to acne.”
“Lotion is best for all skin types on the face,” says Dr. Moudgil. “The only exception is the lips, where butter is a great choice. The consistency of butter is ideal for this area.”
For dry skin
Formulas with a thicker texture are usually best, and depending on your skin’s level of dryness, different products can have different results. “If you have normal to slightly dry skin, you can use a lotion; if you have moderately dry skin, you can use a cream; and if you have very dry skin, you can use a body butter,” says Dr. Debra Jaliman, a licensed dermatologist in the American Board of Dermatology.
For oily skin
Dr. Jaliman says lotions are best for oily skin. Body butters are more oily, while lotions are more watery. A good tip is to look for the words “non-greasy” on the label.
For combination skin
For combination skin, Dr. Grimac recommends using lotion.
“If lotion doesn’t work for dry areas, you may need to use two products: a T-zone lotion and a cream for dry areas,” she adds.