Nature of dry skin

Dry skin occurs when the skin’s moisture and lipid levels are low. Such skin may feel tight, flaky, or have a rough texture. Dryness is often accompanied by sensitivity – the skin may become red or itchy. Dryness can be a chronic skin type or a temporary condition (e.g., due to winter cold and heating). dehydrated leather).

Causes of dry skin

  • Environment and weather: Cold and windy weather, low humidity, and indoor heating can intensely dry the skin. The sun can also draw moisture out of the skin.
  • Wrong skin care: Use of overly strong soaps and cleansers removes the skin’s natural protective barrier. Frequent use of hot water during washing can also excessively dry the skin.
  • Genes and age: Some individuals naturally have drier skin types. As people age, the skin’s ability to retain moisture decreases due to reduced activity of the sebaceous glands.
  • Health status: Certain skin conditions (e.g., atopic dermatitis) can promote severe dryness. Dehydration may also make the skin drier.

Effects of dry skin

  • Discomfort: The skin may tighten and even crack. Makeup may not adhere evenly to dry skin, emphasizing flakiness.
  • Faster ageing: Clinically dry skin can lead to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles at an earlier age due to a lack of moisture, which reduces the skin’s elasticity.

Care and moisturisation of dry skin

  • Daily irrigation: Use rich creams and lotions that contain moisturizing ingredients (hyaluronic acid, glycerin) and skin barrier restorers (ceramides, fatty acids). The best time to apply the cream is immediately after washing, when the skin is still slightly damp, to lock in moisture.
  • Gentle cleaning: Choose soap-free, fragrance-free cleansers designed for sensitive skin. For dry skin careAvoid alcohol-based toners and scrubs with granules that can further dry the skin.
  • Professional maintenance: Moisturizing facial treatments at the clinic, such as absorbing vitamin serums with ultrasound or hyaluronic acid injections (mesotherapy), can provide deep moisturizing to the skin. These help restore radiance and elasticity.

Prevention of dry skin

  • Protection against external influences: In winter, use a facial cream that creates a protective layer on the skin’s surface. Don’t forget sunscreen – the sun can damage dry skin.
  • Internal irrigation: Drink enough water and consume omega fatty acids (such as fish oil) to support skin moisture from within. Using a humidifier at home also helps keep the environment more humid.

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