Keeping your skin adequately moisturized during winter can be a challenge. The moisturizer you used during summer and fall was probably lighter. During the more humid months, there’s more moisture in the air. Thus, your skin stays healthy and plump without much effort. But as the air dries out and the temps drop, your skin’s natural moisture isn’t enough. The most important of all winter skin care tips for men is this: maintain hydrated skin and to keep an even complexion all season long, you need a hyaluronic acid moisturizer.

What is Hyaluronic Acid?

Hyaluronic acid sounds like a toxic ingredient that you used in a high school science experiment. But it’s actually an acid that’s naturally occurring in your body. However, your natural hyaluronic acid is mostly concentrated in your joints and your eyes. In order to reap the benefits of it on your face, you need a little extra boost.

The benefit of this skin treatment is that it works right away. Literally within seconds, hyaluronic acid attracts water and moisture to your skin. It creates a barrier on your skin that prevents further moisture loss throughout the day. This means fine lines and wrinkles get filled in quickly. If your skin is uneven, irritated or just plain tired, this moisturizer can instantly improve its appearance.

According to Vogue, hyaluronic acid doesn’t have any side effects or harmful impact on your skin. Your body is already accustomed to it since it’s produced in-house. It simply increases your skin’s hydration levels in the short run. But to your benefit, it improves your skin’s appearance in the long term as well. It won’t clog your pores or lead to acne. You simply get better looking skin without any additional risk.

If you have acne-prone skin, a hyaluronic acid moisturizer is an especially great alternative to oil-based moisturizers. It’s a light serum that works more effectively than heavier products on the market.

How to Use Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer

Before you moisturize your skin, you need to cleanse thoroughly to remove all surface dirt and dead skin cells. If you’ve had an especially sweaty or active day, feel free to work in a gentle toner to clean off any spots your cleanser may have missed. Gently dry your face but not completely. Leave it a little damp and then evenly apply the hyaluronic acid moisturizer all over your face. Doing this while your face is damp will help the ingredients get a head start on trapping in moisturizer and preventing winter weather-related dryness.

Our O/Zero Oil-Free Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer for Men is especially great because it absorbs quickly and promotes skin elasticity. We’ve paired the acid with Chondrus Crispus Extract, which improves cellular density to further lock in moisture. You won’t be left with that greasy feeling that some moisturizers cause. And better yet, this moisturizer helps soften your beard +– a welcome added advantage.

Why You Need Hyaluronic Acid in Your Winter Skin Care Routine

Guys are rough on their skin. From daily gym sessions to outdoor activities, we expose your faces to the elements constantly. And as the manly men we are, we don’t feel like we need to do a lot of repair work in our winter skin care regimens. But the less we care for our skin now, the worse it’ll look as we age. Hyaluronic acid moisturizer isn’t necessarily an anti-aging solution but it is a premium moisturizing answer for dry skin. Continued use will ensure your skin is healthy, even and hydrated. Hydration is the most important part of maintaining great skin. And if you feel like it’s ridiculous to care this much about your skin, then do it for your beard. Regardless of how you feel, you always need to put your best face forward.