Care for dry skin: TOP 10 products, 10 main rules

Annotation

• What is characteristic of dry skin?
• How to care for dry skin?
• Cleansing
• Tonicing
• Moisturizing
• Food
• Seasonal care for dry skin
• Winter
• Spring
• Summer
• Autumn
• Cosmetics for dry skin

Dry facial skin is considered not as “capricious” as oily skin. At the same time, owners of dry skin type regularly face the problem of insufficient hydration and a feeling of tightness. Dry skin is more prone to damage due to its increased sensitivity.

Care for such skin must be special - not all products that are suitable for owners of a normal type will Take good care of dry skin. Aging of dry skin also manifests itself especially: its elasticity is quickly lost and peeling appears.

What is characteristic of dry skin?

Dry skin primarily lacks hydration. All the moisture it receives is absorbed too quickly. In addition, such an epidermis has a weakened natural defense - a lipid layer, which in normal skin, with normal care, protects it from irritation and injury. Moreover, such skin properties last a lifetime, while ordinary dehydration can occur in those with normal and even oily skin.

How can you tell if your skin is dry or just dehydrated? The best option would be to contact a cosmetologist or dermatologist. However, even at home it is possible to find out your type.

First of all, you need to understand what qualities are inherent in dry skin. If most of these points are familiar to you, you have this type:

• skin is thin and sensitive;
• does not shine;
• pores are small and invisible;
• rashes are rare;
• peeling often appears on the skin, there is a feeling of tightness;
• signs of aging (if any) appeared quite early.

The main cause of such conditions is insufficient production of sebum, which disrupts the integrity of the protective lipid barrier. Its damage leads to sensitivity and frequent irritation, and at the same time the skin loses moisture and nutrition. Thus, the epidermis becomes especially vulnerable to damaging factors.

Skin type is determined genetically, but there are other factors that contribute to the development of this condition:

• exposure to ultraviolet rays - solar radiation dries the skin, impairing its protective function;
• incorrectly selected care - care regimens for different types of skin differ, so it is important to choose products specifically for dry skin;
• the presence of atopic dermatitis - a hereditary disease that increases the sensitivity of the skin to almost everything; it has no cure, but with proper care determined by a dermatologist, long-term remission is achieved.

If most of the statements in this section correspond to your reality, then you still have dry facial skin. This does not mean that you have “bad” skin - it just requires different care than normal skin.

How to care for dry skin?

In their youth, owners of this type do not complain about acne, enlarged pores, or excessive shine. It would seem that this is a good sign, but with age, dry skin begins to show its worst side. There is a feeling of dryness and tightness, wrinkles appear early, the texture and tone of the skin is disturbed - it flakes, becomes irritated with local redness because of this.

Dealing with such dryness is not difficult - just follow simple care rules that will be useful for all skin types.

1. Before going to bed, always wash off any remaining makeup. Don’t rub your face with cotton pads or a towel - it’s better to spend an extra minute removing makeup than dealing with redness and flaking.
2. Avoid active retinol and other vitamin A derivatives in the first place in your skincare products. Such components dry out the skin once again, so if you were planning anti-aging care with retinol, you need to find an alternative.
3. Use filtered or softened water to wash your face. Tap water is too hard and alkaline - this changes the acid balance of the skin, which causes a feeling of tightness.
4. Do not use scrubs with particles that are too large. In addition, they must be without sharp edges - most often these are synthetic granules. A good replacement for scrubs would be peelings and cleansing masks.
5. In addition to moisturizing, take care of skin nutrition. Products containing lipids are well suited for this - it is best to apply them at night.
6. The skin around the eyes is the most sensitive and is most susceptible to dryness and flaking. It is not for nothing that separate products are developed for this area, since a regular cream cannot protect it sufficiently.
7. A beauty routine should be carried out at least in the morning and at night. In the morning - to cleanse and moisturize the skin after a night's sleep, and also to prepare for makeup. In the evening - in order to provide sufficient nutrition and prepare for the regeneration phase during sleep.
8. Maintaining water balance is very important - do not limit your water consumption throughout the day and drink it every time you feel thirsty. The recommended norm for the average person is one and a half liters of water per day.
9. Aging prevention can begin as early as 20-25 years old, and from the age of 30 you can already use strong anti-aging products with active ingredients in accordance with your age.
10. Masks need to be alternated - nourishing, moisturizing, and vitamin masks are suitable.

The most important thing in a beauty routine for dry skin is consistency of care. It has a cumulative effect, so maintaining healthy skin requires careful and thoughtful care.

There are four basic phases of care that absolutely any skin type needs: cleansing, toning, moisturizing and nourishing.

Cleansing

For removing makeup on dry skin, light micellar water or hydrophilic oil is best. The micelles and lipids in the composition remove cosmetic residues well and capture small particles of dirt. Cleansing with such products must necessarily continue with washing, since hydrophilic oil or micellar water can clog pores - even if they are small. Foam or milk are good for washing. They are light, remove makeup remover residue well and do not create a feeling of tightness. For exfoliation, it is best to use scrubs with small and soft particles, or light peelings.

Tonicing

Clean skin absorbs moisturizers well, but only if the acid balance allows it. Tap water and water in general shift it to the alkaline side, while the environment on the skin is acidic. In order to even out this imbalance, you need to use tonics or lotions. It is important that the chosen product is not alcohol-based, otherwise the effect will be the opposite.

A good toner allows the active components of other products to better penetrate the upper layers of the epidermis.

Moisturizing

All moisturizing products can be divided into two categories: those that deliver moisturizing components to the skin, and those that retain them in it. Deep hydration, which saturates the skin with sufficient moisture, is provided by masks and serums - this will be the next stage after toning. Various creams are used to trap water molecules inside the skin.

Serums are best used in the evening - twenty minutes before applying night cream. Masks can be made a couple of times a week in accordance with the instructions for them.

Food

Skin nutrition is primarily provided by night products - mainly a nourishing night cream. At night, regeneration processes accelerate, so it is then that it is important for the skin to receive the maximum of nutrients and lipids. Creams and other nutritional products should contain various fatty acids - for example, linolenic or oleic. Natural oils also nourish well, especially shea butter or almond butter.

In the morning after basic care, you need to use sunscreen, especially in spring and summer. Morning and afternoon care should be aimed at hydration and protection from environmental factors. The texture of such products should be light.

Evening care should focus on cleansing and quality nutrition. You need to carefully remove any remaining makeup, ensure good toning, and apply serum and night cream with a thick texture. In this case, the cream must be given time to be fully absorbed into the skin.

Seasonal care for dry skin

The condition of the skin and metabolic processes in it change not only throughout the day, but also from season to season. This means that dry skin care varies from time to time, and you need to be prepared for this.

Winter

The contrast of frost and cold wind outside with dry and hot air indoors plays an important role. This contrast makes the skin drier and more sensitive, so in winter you need to concentrate on nourishing the skin. Creams with a dense texture are well suited for this. You can also add serum and nourishing masks - they will give the skin the necessary hydration and nutrition.

Spring

Spring skin needs protection from cold winds, but with this comes another threat in the form of ultraviolet radiation. You need to add sunscreen to your care as soon as the ultraviolet index exceeds 3.

Summer

Summer is the easiest time for those with dry skin. The basis of care, in addition to basic rituals, is protection from solar radiation. If you do get a sunburn, products with aloe vera juice and panthenol will come in handy. A moisturizing spray is also good - it can be applied throughout the day to refresh the face.

Autumn

In autumn, you should not forget about nourishing masks and use protection from ultraviolet radiation until the UV index becomes less than 2.

Cosmetics for dry skin

The basic set of products for dry skin includes products for makeup removal, cleansing, toning, superficial and deep moisturizing, as well as nutrition.

The choice should be made in favor of products that are labeled specifically as products for dry skin. You should avoid formulations that have alcohol and alkaline substances high on the list, as well as retinol and highly drying surfactants. Clay can also be considered a red flag - it tightens the skin.

Useful components will be hyaluronic acid, ceramides, coenzyme Q10, glycerin and squalane. Natural oils are important for nutrition, and fruit and alpha hydroxy acids are important for peelings.

We have collected the top ten effective products for dry skin:

1. Haviva Rivkin Cleansing Milk for Normal & Dry Skin. This milk does a good job of cleansing. The composition does not contain aggressive surfactants or components that can cause irritation.
2. Multi-acid facial lotion GiGi Retin A Overnight Toner. Despite the presence of retinol in the composition, this product primarily gently tones dry skin, further protecting it from the action of free radicals. This lotion is a good choice for your nighttime beauty routine.
3. Facial toner GiGi Lotus Beauty Toner. Myrrh oil and aloe extract provide a calming effect and tone well. This tonic has a very light composition, which makes it well suited for both morning and evening use.
4. Haviva Rivkin Peeling Mask for Deep Cleansing. This mask does a great job of renewing the skin, evening out its texture and tone. The composition contains peppermint extract and salicylic acid - this is the key to safe and gentle exfoliation.
5. Mineral alginate face mask Dr. Kadir Mineral Alginate Peel Off Mask. Containing algae extract and Dead Sea minerals, this mask provides noticeable hydration and antioxidant protection to the skin. Pairs well with evening care products. This mask can be applied 1-3 times a week before moving on to night serums and creams.
6. Moisturizing cream with hyaluronic acid for the face Dr. Kadir Hyalu-Ron Low Molecular Hyaluronic Active Day Cream. Hyaluronic acid is a natural moisturizing component in the skin. Due to the small size of the molecules, it perfectly penetrates the epidermis, maintaining skin tone.
7. Night cream for skin restoration and regeneration Hikari Fountain of Youth Night Dream Cream. This cream provides complete nutrition for the skin at night. In addition, the composition contains active anti-aging components, which will be a good prevention of the appearance of the first signs of aging.
8. Refreshing and moisturizing face spray Hikari Fountain of Youth Mist. The best choice for summer, especially if you are planning long walks. The composition of the spray does not contain substances that react with physical and chemical filters of sunscreens, so you can safely take it into your bag for every summer walk.
9. Nourishing facial serum Holy Land Juvelast Rich Nourishing Serum. Jojoba oil and tea tree extract provide dual benefits: soothing and nourishing. This combination is great for use at night. The composition also contains antioxidants that will stimulate regeneration processes.
10. Extra-nourishing finishing facial cream Magiray Extra Rich Finishing Cream. This is the best choice for mature dry skin - the composition contains a maximum of moisturizing and nourishing components right on the first line. Among them are nanolipids, a complex of amino acids and a unique tripeptide that activates collagen production.

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