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Its been said that Cleopatra would takemilk bathsto improve the look and feel of her skin.
Bella Geraci
Turns out, she was onto something.
Today, there areskin milks, specifically formulated to nourish your face and body.
Products likeLaneige Cream Skin TonerandJosie Marans Pure Argan Milk Treatmentwere pioneers, launching back in 2019 and 2014 respectively.
Rhode Skin, Chillhouse, and Biologique Recherche all launched milk-inspired products in the second half of 2023.
So did By Rosie Jane, Abi Ame, and Milk Made Skin.
Marnie Nussbaumexplains that the lightweight texture is the perfect solve for greasy summertime skin.
We saw this with a recent wave ofvanilla fragrances.
Its what inspired Chillhouse founderCyndi Ramirez-Fultonto createAlt Milk Bathing Cream.
What is a Skin Milk?
Cosmetic chemistAlex Padgettexplains that a milky product typically contains both oil and water-soluble ingredients.
Together the two give products barrier nourishing properties, says Padgett.
And milky skin care products have the capacity to do the same.
Dr. Nussbaum says, skin milks are good for sensitive, dry skin and those with compromised skin barriers.
The liquid consistency is light enough to sink into the skin without clogging pores while moisturizing and soothing skin.
Allureeditors have refreshed their summer skin care with new favorites.
And long shower lovers can get in on the madness too.
it’s possible for you to even drop a dollop into the tub to create a Cleopatra-approved milk bath.
