Skin
What is skin dry and how to treat it?
Sep
Dry skin is more common than we think, it can be caused by a genetic condition, an alteration in the skin’s hydration levels and other external factors. In this blog we’ll tell you everything you need to know about dry skin and how to take care of it.
What is dry skin?
Dry skin is an uncomfortable condition that appears when our skin produces less sebum than normal, this happens when the layers of the skin don’t have enough oil and water, and lack of the necessary lipids to retain moisture and create protective layers. This type of skin is more common in women than in men, and in 40% of cases it is necessary to go to a dermatologist to treat this condition.
How do I know if I have dry skin?
Dry skin can affect anyone, it can be caused by weather changes, poor diet, dehydration or hormonal changes.
The most common symptoms of dry skin are:
On the face, dry skin appears on the cheeks, eye contour area, forehead and lips. In the body the most common areas are arms, legs, knees, neck and joints.
Dry Skin vs. Dehydrated Skin:
Dry skin is a type and / or a state of the skin, as we mentioned before, it tends to be rigid and not very flexible; Dehydration is a condition that can be present in any type of skin, oily, dry, normal or combination, this condition may happen due to changes in temperature, prolonged exposure in the sun, excessive use of masks and scrubs, among others. The most common features of a dehydrated skin are open pores and skin sensitivity.
Ideal daily routine for a dry
or dehydrated skin:
Cleansing
Clean your face with a special soap for dry skin, it should be made of oils that will help keep your skin hydrated! It is important that the soap doesn’t contain any alcohol. Don’t forget to remove it with lukewarm water since cold water shrinks the pores tightens and hurts your skin.
Hydration
Apply a hydrating serum, these serums tend to have a light texture, high concentration and absorb quickly, which is ideal for dry skin.
Eye Contour
Applying a special cream for the eye contour area is a very important step! By doing this you are hydrating and freshnening this area that tends to be very dry and sensitive.
Moisturizing
Add an Oil to provide moisture and create a protective barrier on your skin to keep moisture in throughout the day.
Sun Protection
The use of sunscreen is the most important step in a skincare routine, we expose ourselves daily to external factors such as: pollution, climatic changes, UVA, UVB rays, Blue rays and artificial light, they are present regardless of where we are.
Hydration is essential for a healthy skin. If you have dry skin, try to hydrate it to the maximum, helping to strengthen the epidermis (the protective layer that is responsible for keeping the skin hydrated).
Take care of your skin, follow these tips andgive to your skin what it deserves.