Healthy, Glowing Body Skin Starts with Expert-Backed Care

Napapansin mo ba na kahit kumpleto ang tulog mo, parang haggard pa rin ang itsura ng balat mo? Baka dull skin ang dahilan. Kapag mukhang ashy, rough, or lackluster ang balat, pwedeng mawala ang natural glow nito.

But here’s the good news, according to dermatologist and TikTok ‘Derma Mama’ Dr. Jarische Lao-Ang.

“Skin radiance can be achieved by incorporating the right ingredients in your skincare routine. Aside from the right skincare, having a healthy lifestyle also strengthens the skin barrier that contributes to inner glow.”

The skin barrier is the outermost layer of your skin which helps protect you from pathogens.

Simple habits such as keeping your skin hydrated and using brightening ingredients can help both strengthen this barrier and bring back a healthier-looking glow.

What is dull skin?

Dull skin is not a medical term. It is a way of describing skin that looks tired, dry, rough, and with less of a glow.

“Dull skin is commonly described as skin that is textured or has uneven skin tone. These contribute to losing skin’s radiance,” says Dr. Jarishce.

“There are external and internal factors that lead to dull skin,” she adds. “External stressors include UV damage, extreme changes in weather, and harsh skincare products.”

“Internal stressors include hormonal changes, and aging. As these stressors damage the skin barrier, it can deplete the skin’s natural framework that includes its elasticity and moisture, eventually causing dull skin.”

What to do about dull skin?

If you want to improve dull skin, you do not need a complicated routine. Start with products and habits that address the main causes of dryness and lack of radiance.

Use brightening ingredients

Brightening ingredients can help improve the appearance of dull skin and dark spots. Some ingredients to look for include niacinamide, Vitamin C, and hexylresorcinol.

Niacinamide

Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 that can help improve uneven skin tone.

“It targets the tyrosinase enzyme to lessen pigment formation, improving skin tone,” says Dr. Jarische.

It may also help calm redness and help regulate oil production in your skin, preventing clogged pores.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that can help reduce dark spots by blocking the production of pigment in the skin.

Dr. Jarische adds that Vitamin C “lessens free radical formation that damages skin barrier and accelerates skin aging.”

“Vitamin C also contributes to rebuilding of collagen to lessen textured skin. It also boosts protection against UV damage, especially when layered with sunscreen in the morning.”

Hexylresorcinol

Hexylresorcinol is another ingredient that can help improve the appearance of dark spots and uneven skin tone.

“These ingredients can boost skin renewal, lessen early skin aging and improve skin tone. Combining them in a skincare product formulation can indeed improve dull looking skin,” says Dr. Jarische.

Keep your skin hydrated

Dry skin can make your complexion look rough and tired. Kaya mahalaga ang regular na paggamit ng moisturizer para mapanatili ang moisture ng balat.

“Maintaining skin’s hydration is equally as important. If skin is dry and dehydrated, this can lead to dull skin as well,” Dr. Jarische says.

Choose a gentle moisturizing cream or lotion that feels comfortable on your skin. Hindi rin kailangang mabigat sa balat ang moisturizer. A lightweight formula can provide the hydration your skin needs without leaving a greasy feeling.

For your body, make moisturizing part of your everyday routine. Apply lotion after bathing while your skin is still slightly damp to help keep it feeling soft and moisturized.

Consider Vaseline Pro Derma Brightening Body Lotion

Kung dull at dry ang balat ng katawan, pwede mong subukan ang Vaseline Pro-Derma Brightening Body Lotion.

Mahalaga ang pagpili ng skincare products na may scientific backing dahil hindi lang dapat nakabatay sa sabi-sabi lang ang pangangalaga sa balat, kundi pati sa research at expertise na sumusuporta sa formulation nito. Co-created with more than 300 dermatologists and skin experts over 30 years of research, the dermatological formula for Vaseline Pro-Derma Brightening Body Lotion has been featured in 19 international publications.

This body lotion is formulated to brighten the appearance of skin while helping reduce the appearance of dark spots. It contains 5% Niacinamide, Hexylresorcinol, and Vitamin C, giving it a combination of brightening ingredients that work together for more radiant-looking skin.

It has a lightweight, non-greasy texture that absorbs quickly into the skin. This makes it easy to include in your daily routine, especially if you prefer a body lotion that does not feel heavy or sticky.

Give your skin the care it needs

Dull skin may be a sign to get back to basics, when it comes to your skincare. But while it’s essential to have the right ingredients in your skincare routine, Dr. Jarische reminds us that consistency is key.

“Remember to stay consistent with your personalized and targeted skincare to achieve healthy and radiant skin! Healthy habits translate to healthy skin.”

Keep your skin hydrated, while choosing products with ingredients that target dullness and uneven skin tone, and protect your skin barrier. With consistent care, you can help your skin look smoother, brighter, and more radiant.