I’ve got dry skin, really dry skin. I’ve struggled with it for most of my adult life, trying every lotion, cream, and oil you can think of with little success.
And then, by complete accident, I stumbled upon the fix, and I couldn’t believe how simple it was.
The Moisturizing Trick That Changed Everything
One morning, after a shower, I was rushing and didn’t fully towel off like usual. Instead, I applied my Whipped Body Butter to damp skin and Whipped Face Butter to my face while it was still moist.
And suddenly my skin transformed. It just drank in the moisture like never before.
Here’s why: your skin works a lot like a sponge. A bone-dry sponge resists liquid, but a damp sponge absorbs it instantly. Your skin does the same thing. When it’s slightly damp, it pulls product deeper, locking in hydration more effectively.
Why Applying Moisturizer to Damp Skin Works
- Better absorption – Water helps carry nourishing oils and butters deeper into the skin.
- Locks in hydration – Moisturizer seals the water already on your skin, keeping it from evaporating.
- Lasting softness – The combo of water and moisturizer keeps skin plump and comfortable for hours.
How to Do It
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After cleansing or showering, pat (don’t rub) your skin dry, leave it slightly damp.
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Apply your moisturizer or butter right away, sealing in that water.
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For extra dry spots, layer on a balm afterward for even deeper protection.
It’s such a simple shift, but it makes all the difference.
🗝️ Key Takeaway
Applying moisturizer to damp skin boosts absorption, making hydration more effective and long-lasting.
Recommended Sans Product
Transform your post-shower routine with our Wet Skin Moisturizer, made to lock in hydration when applied to damp skin.
Comments
Hi Crunchy Skin,
Please do forgive me for my late response.
Finding the right moisturizer is really hard, and you’re right, either it’s too much or not enough. I, of course, use Sans Whipped Face Butter. I love it because it’s completely customizable for the needs of your skin at any given moment. You would apply a thin layer onto damp skin. If that isn’t enough moisturizing for your skin, then layer a bit more on. You’ll get just the right amount that your skin needs. And believe me, your skin will stay moisturized all day long! The same is true for the Sans Whipped Hand + Body Butter. Both have long-lasting moisturizing and both will leave the skin with a dewy appearance, never oily! I hope this helps!
Can you let me know what what you use? I have the same problem. The moisturizer is either not enough or too much. What Whipped body butter and face butter do you use?
Signed,
Crunchy skin