A beauty guru has sparked a rush to buy a bargain face cream that will keep your skin hydrated even in the desert heat.
I started using this product at the recommendation of an older woman with “beautiful” skin.
The beauty enthusiast posted on Reddit’s 30 Plus Skincare forum under the handle u/gymmama.
She shared a photo of an affordable “miracle” product that improved her skin after just one use.
“I recently met a woman in her 70s who had very beautiful skin,” the woman wrote.
“She said she uses this every day and brought me a sample yesterday.
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“I used this last night as the first step to removing my makeup, and I liked the texture so much that I thought I might try sleeping with it on overnight.
“I’m 45 years old and live in the desert, and keeping my skin hydrated is a daily struggle.
“Well, holy smokes! I woke up this morning and my face was so soft and it felt so good!
“I usually use SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Cream or SkinFix Lipid Cream.
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“And this $4 Walmart cream really impressed me.
“Yes, it smells good. No, I don’t know what’s in it…but if it makes my skin look nice and moisturized, I’ll use it!”
She shared a photo of Jergens All Purpose Face Cream Moisturizer Lotion, which costs $4.17 at Walmart.
The post was flooded with replies from people who said they had also met people who believed in the skincare products.
“My grandmother uses it and she’s 80 years old, but I think she just turned 60,” one person commented. “Her skin is beautiful.”
“My grandmother has used this all her life and used to put it on my and my cousin’s faces when we were little,” said another.
“She looks about 10 years younger than she really is. People would always think she was our mother.”
“Honestly this stuff and Ponds are OG but still great,” a third person wrote.
“I use Ponds as a makeup remover, oil cleansers as part of a double cleansing regimen, and sometimes as a mask.
“I can also imagine using it as a nighttime moisturizer. They’re not that similar.
“Sometimes things are classic for a reason!”
Anti-aging tips and “superstar” products
Dr. Anatalia Moore is a general practitioner and dermatologist with over 11 years of clinical experience.
She told US Sun that her goal is to equip patients with the knowledge they need to take control of their skin journey.
She said the basics of a beauty routine are the same for all age groups and should include an effective cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF.
“More than products with active ingredients, moisturizers are my superstar,” she said.
“Finding a well-balanced moisturizer that provides the right kind of hydration, replaces and seals in natural oils can literally stabilize your skin.
“This on its own can instantly soothe fine lines and texture that are exacerbated by dryness.
“It also allows the skin to function as it should.
“Then, you’ll heal faster, especially with fewer lines and wrinkles, fewer flare-ups of dermatitis and rosacea, and potentially minor breakouts in the short term.”
Dr. Moore’s skin care basics:
- Obagi Hydrate and Hydrate Luxe Moisturizer, $78
- enough sleep
- balanced diet
- stress reduction
Jergens All Purpose Face Cream Moisturizer Lotion has a 4.5 star rating at Walmart.
According to the manufacturer, a “generous” amount applied to the face and throat can smooth dry skin and create a “healthy glow.”
You can use a tissue to remove excess cream from your skin or leave it on overnight.
One customer review raved that they loved the feel of the “thick” formula on their face, while another raved that it helped fight the signs of aging.
Moisturizing creams are perfect for people with dry skin.
