"Many traditional moisturizers restore the moisture to the skin on a temporary basis, but after continued use they actually send a message back to the skin saying it doesn't need any further moisture to be produced by the skin, so we end up with the opposite condition where the skin is less hydrated than prior to using the moisturizers...", Dr. Lisa Benest, board certified dermatologist, Burbank, CA.

"Artificial moisturizers in conventional creams and lotions can send a signal to the moisture producing parts of your skin that enough moisture is present. Your skin then makes less of the natural moisture needed to resolve a dry skin problem...", Dr. Brian Zogg, board certified dermatologist, Albert Lea, MN.

"The secret to resolving dry skin is not only having enough moisture, but also having that moisture located where it can actually resolve a dry skin condition. The use of artificial moisturizers (conventional lotions) only mask dry skin symptoms, which can result in more dry skin, while a shielding lotion protects your skin, allowing your own natural moisture to heal the skin...", Dr. Peter Helton, board certified dermatologist, New Port Beach, CA.