Alpha-Derm - Information You Should Know About Moisturizers

Dr. Christine Glavey, MD MS - Medical Director

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Information You Should Know About Moisturizers

Daytime moisturizers for the face, hands and neck should always contain a sunscreen.
It is best to apply a moisturizer while the skin is still damp from cleansing.

Moisturizers can be classified into two basic groups: active or passive.

Passive moisturizers act as occlusive barriers against the evaporative loss of water.

Active moisturizers change the structure of the skin to eventuate stronger skin integrity.

Most active moisturizers require a dermatologist's recommendation because success is based on the skin requirements of the patient.

Ask Dr. Glavey if your skin would benefit from an active moisturizer.

Active Moisturizers:

For the Body:

For the Face:

• Glytone Body Lotion (Available through the Alpha-Derm office or website)
• Lac-Hydrin Lotion 12% (Prescription needed)

• Afirm cream -- This is an active moisturizer for the face because it
increases cell volume by repairing damaged DNA. Use at night.
(Available through the Alpha-Derm office or website)

Facial Moisturizers with Sunscreen:

Lightest Moisture

To
Heaviest Moisture

• Oil of Olay
• UV Defense SPF 30 (Available through the Alpha-Derm office or website)
• Elta Block (Available through the Alpha-Derm office or website)
• UV Defense SPF 45 (Available through the Alpha-Derm office or website)

Passive Moisturizers:

Lightest

To

Heaviest

• Moisturel Lotion
• Aveeno 12 Hour
• Cetaphil Cream
• SBR Lipocream (Ask the Pharmacist)
• Vaseline