What Are the Different Types of Body Cream?

Body lotion is a cosmetic emulsion that is applied to the body after bathing. It has the effects of hydrating, whitening and moisturizing the whole body. With the maturity and development of technology, body milk can be subdivided into functions such as smoothness, sun protection, weight loss, repair and maintenance, and charming body.

Body milk

Chinese name: Body milk
Foreign name: body lotion

Category: Non-special use cosmetics, skin care
Effect: Hydrates, whitens, moisturizes, and smoothens the entire body

Body Milk Basic Information

Body milk is a product of the segmentation of different consumers and different market needs with the development of the beauty care field. It focuses on body care and maintenance. Therefore, the raw materials and technical requirements of the product are relatively strict. Only by making different cell analysis can we achieve the purpose of body beauty and skin care more accurately and effectively.

Body milk product efficacy

The use of body milk can moisturize the skin, supplement the skin with the required moisture and nutrients, prevent skin dryness and dehydration, and form a protective film on the surface of the skin, slowing the loss of skin moisture ^[1] . Today's body milk has been subdivided into many different types and effects, such as different functions such as whole body hydration, whole body silky, whitening, skin removal, sun care, deodorant and so on.

Body Milk Product Classification

1. Body milk 1. Differentiate from the quality of body milk

Emulsion-type body milk: Emulsion-type body milk has the highest moisture content and relatively few oils. It is usually thinner, lighter, and even has a certain fluidity. It is the lightest, lightest and breathable, so it is refreshing and non-greasy.

Cream type body milk: Cream type body milk is thicker and thicker than emulsion type, and it is cream-like with consistency between emulsion and cream. Because its oil content is larger than the emulsion type, the freshness is greatly affected by the type of oil and fat in the ingredients.

Cream-type body milk: Cream-type body milk has the thickest texture and high fat content, but it also easily brings greasy and stuffy skin to the skin. The texture is not good for absorption, and it is easy to rub mud, and even affect the skin's ventilation, but it locks in moisture The ability is stronger, so it is more suitable for dry skin or dry environment.

2. Body milk 2. Distinguish from the function of body milk

Deep moisturizing body milk: It is mainly based on deep moisturizing and hydrating the whole body, while moisturizing the skin and deeply moisturizing the stratum corneum, continuously replenishing the skin with moisture and nutrients.

Whitening body milk: Whitening body milk can gradually lighten sun spots and dark spots, avoid the precipitation of melanin, and make the skin appear brighter and more shiny. The skin's metabolism cycle is 28 days, so the general whitening body milk usually does not see results until 28 days after using the product.

Chicken skin-removing body milk: Most of the body milks currently used to remove chicken skin on the market are fruit acid-type body milks, which can soften the cutin, thereby improving the skin condition of the chicken, while helping to smooth the skin and restore tenderness.

Firming Body Milk: Helps eliminate fat and prevent skin from sagging and aging. However, many firming body milks are slightly lacking in moisturizing properties. It is recommended to apply an extra layer of moisturizing body milk to combat dryness after applying the firming body milk for a few minutes.

Fragrance-based body milk: Fragrance-based body milk often has a pleasing fragrance. Fragrance body milk not only moisturizes the skin, but also has a long-lasting fragrance and will not be too strong. It has become a summer fragrance method for many girls, and it will be wiped when traveling on dates. Of course, since there are fragrance body milks and fragrance-free body milks, the opposite of fragrance body milks, fragrance-free body milks are usually fresh and elegant, without sensitive ingredients such as flavors and fragrances, and the ingredients are more natural and safe.

3. Body milk 3. Differentiate from the system of body milk

There are basically four types of body milk products: anhydrous oil-based systems, W / O type emulsions, O / W emulsions, and water-alcohol emulsions. Because consumers don't like greasy feel, O / W emulsions and water-alcohol emulsions are more popular. ^[2]

How to use body milk

The best time to use body lotion is to use it best when the body is in the dry position. Because just after bathing, the body's pores are still in an open state, which can better absorb the nutrients of body milk and fully nourish the skin ^[3] .

Body milk should be used every day and spread evenly. If the skin is dry and peeling, it is too late. Because dry skin absorbs much less than normal skin. After applying the body milk, you should slowly absorb the residual water from the body with a towel, and wear warm and soft clothes. The warm body helps the skin absorb the body milk.

The main ingredients of body milk

Vaseline (mineral oil, petrolatum): The composition is very simple, there is only one component-petrolatum, which is commonly known as petroleum jelly, and the appearance is viscous ointment. Vaseline is a lubricant commonly used in cosmetics, which is not easy to cause acute irritation and allergies. It is not easily absorbed by the skin, but only forms an oil film on the surface of the skin, which reduces the water loss of the skin and blocks the invasion of external bacteria.

Petrolatum and mineral oil are by-products of petroleum, colorless, odorless, and low sensitivity. Used as a solvent and emollient in cosmetics, mineral oil with antistatic effect is divided into cosmetic grade and medicinal grade. Cosmetic grade mineral oil has high safety and low irritation. Impure and low-quality mineral oils are generally considered to cause allergies and acne. The higher the quality and purity, the higher the safety for the skin.

Shea butter moisturizer, emollient, promote wound healing, viscosity control, can prevent dry skin from losing water, help wound healing, improve skin smoothness and barrier function. At the same time, the fluidity of the product can be adjusted, the viscosity can be improved, the sensory quality of the product and the skin feel can be improved ^[4] .

Body milk precautions

When using the body milk, you can cooperate with the corresponding massage techniques to better nourish the skin. After applying the body milk to the body, you can open your palm and use circular movements to massage on various parts of the body to promote better skin. To absorb nutrients.

Body milk is not only needed in winter. If you want to make your body soft, smooth and fair, you should apply body milk all year round. It is cold in winter and you can omit the massage step to prevent cold. In order to make the body's skin soft and supple, you can eat more fruits and vegetables, drink plenty of water, and hydrate the skin.

Body Milk Frequently Asked Questions

Is it necessary to apply body milk only in winter?

Answer: No. Just as we wash our faces every day, most people take a bath every day, and they wash more frequently in summer. Cleaning can reduce the burden on the skin, but the skin's natural moisturizing barrier will also be damaged during the cleaning process, that is, the skin will lose a lot of moisture. At this time, applying the product can help restore the skin's moisturizing feeling, because in addition to the basic moisturizing function of body milk, some body milk will also add improving ingredients. Of course, choosing a body lotion is just like choosing a facial lotion, and you need to make specific adjustments based on the season and skin type, such as heavy for winter and light for summer. Dry skin requires body milk all year round, while oily skin can be used less.

Body Milk Selection Tips

Choose body milk based on the texture of the lotion. The texture of body milk is generally divided into lotion type and cream type. The texture of the lotion is relatively thin, and the water content is high. It is light and breathable and easy to absorb. It will not add greasy and burden to the skin while preventing pores from breathing Suitable for most people. The texture of the cream is thicker and thicker, it is not easy to push away when applied, and it tends to be sticky, but it has better water retention ability, which is more suitable for dry and extremely dry skin.

Choose body milk based on skin characteristics. In addition to choosing the right body milk texture, you also need to choose according to your skin texture and needs. Freshness is critical. Users do nt want to be greasy or stick to clothes quilts, so they must choose suitable for their skin texture, absorb well, and not stick. A greasy body lotion can achieve the effect and feel good.

Choose body milk based on the fragrance type. Body milk is based on the fragrance type, fragrance type, and of course, there are many fragrance blending fragrance types. Excessive fragrance is easy to cause skin irritation and bring skin burden.