Your legs and arms? Meh, they don’t wrinkle as much because the skin is thicker. But they still soak up some H2O. Ever step out of a pool and feel heavier? Yeah, that’s not just your imagination.
You gain a tiny bit of weight from water absorption. Don’t worry, it’s gone the second you towel off. It’s like wearing a wet coat—but inside out.
What is Trans-Epidermal Water Loss (TEWL) and why does it matter for s
Moisturizer Isn’t Magic, But Close
Here’s where it gets sneaky. When you slap on lotion, you’re not “adding water” to your skin. You’re actually trapping water that’s already there. Moisturizers work like a lid on a pot.
If your skin is already damp (like after a shower), that lotion locks the moisture in. So yes, you can make your skin act like a sponge—you just need the right cheat code.
But dry skin? That’s just dead cells that lost their grip. Water runs off them like water off a—well, you get it.
