Moisturizers act as a protective barrier between your skin and the environment.
Although your skin manufactures its own oils, it is usually removed during the cleansing process. It is therefore necessary to replenish these natural oils. A basic moisturizer should contain water and other ingredients that attract and trap moisture into the skin.
At the end of the day your skin needs to rejuvenate. At bedtime use a moisturizer that is rich in emollients and which contains ingredients that are designed to hydrate and revitalize your skin while you sleep.
Homemade Facial Moisturizers is a simple ebook designed to give you information on how prepare homemade facial moisturizers.