Your skin feels tight, rough and flaky and drinks up moisturizers literally in an instant? Many who have dry skin tend to overload their skin with too many moisturizing products. However, “the more the better“ is not necessarily a good solution when it comes to skincare for dry skin. Applying too many products can easily overwhelm your skin and cause irritation. Therefore, while dry skin is often linked to a natural predisposition, it is not at all surprising that it can also be caused and exacerbated by using the wrong products for your skin. It can compromise the skin’s protective barrier, inhibit sebum production and increase moisture loss. You need a good skincare routine for dry skin to alleviate such problems and help the skin to retain moisture.
Finding your skincare routine for dry skin
The path to beautiful skin doesn't just begin and end with a moisturizer. Any good skincare routine for dry skin starts with face cleansing. It is extremely important to cleanse the skin of all make-up residue and excess sebum both in the morning and evening. A face toner soothes the skin and prepares it for the products to follow, like a suitable face moisturizer for dry skin.
Extra-dry skin often shows signs of scaling or flaking. Regular exfoliation – about once or twice a week - is absolutely essential to rid the skin’s surface of dead skin cells. A moisturizing AHA exfoliant, our innovative Enzyme Peel Powder or a creamy face scrub are great ways to keep the skin fresh, smooth and healthy-looking.
Adding hydrating ampoules and special face masks to your routine is another effective way to give your skin the moisture it is craving.
Best skincare for dry skin: Depends on what type of dry skin you have
Before you decide on a routine for dry skin, you first have to find out if your skin is dry because it lacks oil or because it lacks hydration. In some cases, the skin does not produce enough oil or sebum on its own and needs skincare products that are rich in lipids. Dehydrated skin, on the other hand, feels dry because it lacks water, which can lead to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. Hydrating skincare products with super-hydrating ingredients like hyaluronic acid help to replenish the skin’s moisture levels while smoothing out fine wrinkles. You could also add our fast-absorbing Anti-Aging Hyaluronic Acid Serum under your regular moisturizer to keep your skin feeling soft and hydrated.
How to protect dry skin in winter
Dry indoor air and cold temperatures outside make winter a very stressful time for dry skin types. Our Tip: Switch to a heavier, lipid-rich moisturizer during the winter to protect your skin from drying out. And don’t forget to include the rest of your body in your skincare regimen! Our rich yet non-greasy anti-aging body butter with cupuaçu butter, shea butter and mango butter pampers very dry skin with nourishing lipids for a full-body spa experience.
