In fact, some people may be allergic to some of the products they use for skin care. There are also some people who think that spending time and money on skin care products that will only give them temporary relief may not be worth it. If you don't want to invest a lot in skin care products, you can follow these simple guidelines on how to hydrate your skin naturally. How often should you be applying moisturizer to your face? It really depends. The type of moisturizer you use has to be tailored to your specific skin type and needs. You have to be very particular with choosing ingredients to include in your face mask. Make sure that you read the labels very well since they usually tell you which ingredients will work best for the type of hydration you need. One of the most popular ingredients in the majority of anti-aging moisturizers is hyaluronic acid. The best hyaluronic acid brands usually contain peptide chains known as humectants or elastomers. These ingredients are designed in such a way that they help the skin retain moisture. But how do they do this? The answer lies in the presence of tiny compounds known as collagens. Collagens are protein fragments that play a vital role in keeping your skin moisturized and young looking. They help prevent water loss by forming a protective layer over your skin. Another ingredient you will find in effective anti-aging products is vitamin E. This natural antioxidant protects your skin from exposure to harmful UV rays that cause premature aging and skin damage. Vitamin E is available in various forms such as creams and lotions. The best creams and lotions to hydrate your skin with are the ones that contain a mix of ingredients known to promote skin moisture retention. The most effective ingredients in a product that promotes skin moisture retention include grape seed oil, Babbassu oil, Shea butter and Phytessence Wakame. A great ingredient that I have found to be beneficial in all types of anti-aging moisturizers is exfoliation extract. Extracted from the roots of the apricot fruit, exfoliation extract helps to remove dead skin cells thus promoting the development of collagen and elastin. A key factor in reversing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the face is the development of new collagen and elastin. In addition, it helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines around the eyes. So what type of skin regimen should you use to achieve maximum results? If you want to avoid moisture loss around your eyes, your moisturizers should include components that help to keep moisture trapped in the outer layers of the skin. It is essential for hydrating your skin to also incorporate a daily cleansing routine. The best cleansers for this purpose are those that contain an exfoliating component such as microdermabrasion, steam cleaning or a gentle combination of both. If you are trying to avoid any possible damage to the delicate tissue beneath your eyes, choose a cleanser with a mild astringent. Other than exfoliating cleansers, you should also include a hydrating mask once a week. This can be done once in the morning on an empty stomach before you eat a meal or once during your regular shower. Hydrating masks containing ingredients such as lime, yogurt and cucumber slices work great to hydrate your skin and will not leave you feeling greasy. One other key factor you want to look for in a hydrating mask is to make sure it contains ingredients such as Shea butter, avocado oil and babassu. These ingredients will seal your pores and help to keep moisture trapped inside your epidermis for longer periods of time. Avocado oil and Shea butter are great hydrating agents for the skin because they are rich in sterling, which are essential nutrients that your pores need to remain healthy. You also want to make sure that the product you choose contains babassu, as this ingredient has been proven to prevent moisture loss around the eyes.