If you have been shopping for skin care products for long, then you know how broad the selection is. With all those products available, how is it possible to really find a top skin cream that you know you can trust? What are some of the realistic things it you can expect from it? Let's take a look at the three primary things creams and lotions should do for your skin. Baking Soda Paste -- Put some baking soda in water to form a paste.