Roughness , irritation , loss of radiance , and tightness on the surface of your face or body are all symptoms of dry skin . Aside from the aesthetic aspect, this can be a real source of discomfort, especially when the epidermis is very dehydrated. Fortunately, some natural solutions are particularly effective at restoring hydration and softness to the skin.
Blue Skincare helps you regain supple and hydrated skin: discover our valuable tips for recognizing and treating dry skin.
How to recognize dry skin?
If your skin is dry , you will likely notice the following symptoms:
- Your skin feels tight and uncomfortable . Lack of moisture can make your skin feel tight, especially after bathing or showering.
- Your skin feels rough, gritty, and scaly , with areas that may be flaky or have small dead skin cells;
- It is more vulnerable to irritation and redness , and can even crack when it is cold;
- Your skin loses its suppleness, becomes thinner and more fragile.
Good to know : these different symptoms can be exacerbated by cold or hot weather conditions, the use of aggressive products, or the natural aging of the skin.
How do you know if you have dry and sensitive skin?
In some cases, dry skin can be accompanied by skin sensitivity : weakened, the skin barrier reacts more to external aggressions and no longer plays its protective role sufficiently. At the slightest contact, the skin itches , reddens , heats up and feels tight .
Skin that is both dry and sensitive also tends to itch more frequently. Depending on its intensity, the itching can also lead to scratching, which can lead to cracks or further irritation .
Sensitivity can be caused by climatic conditions , such as cold, heat, humidity and very dry environments, but also urban pollution or induced by cigarette smoke. It is also important to protect yourself from the sun's UV rays, which have a dehydrating effect and damage the deeper layers of the skin.
Showering for too long, especially in hard water , can also strip sensitive skin of its natural oils, leaving it more vulnerable to dehydration. Finally, using products containing harsh agents , such as alcohol, artificial fragrances, or sulfates, can damage the skin's protective barrier, sensitizing it and further drying it out .
Caution: Be careful not to confuse sensitive skin with allergic skin . While the latter reacts to certain ingredients, it will not be sensitized to external aggressions.
What are the internal and external causes of dry skin?
Lack of hydration is the common denominator of dry and sensitive skin. When skin no longer receives the moisture it needs, the skin barrier becomes weakened and can no longer protect itself from external irritants, such as bacteria or pollution.
To protect itself from attacks, the skin requires a careful balance between lipids , water , and natural hydrating factors .
This balance can be disturbed by different internal causes:
- A diet lacking in essential fatty acids or vitamins A, C and E, as well as a lack of hydration can reduce skin elasticity;
- Genetic factors : Some people are naturally more prone to dry skin. Similarly, genetic conditions such as ichthyosis or eczema can affect the skin barrier;
- Hormonal variations , particularly during pregnancy, menopause or in cases of thyroid disorders, can alter sebum production;
- Certain chronic diseases such as diabetes and dermatological conditions such as psoriasis can also disrupt skin hydration.
But dry skin can also be explained by different external factors, such as the climate , the use of irritating products , excessive exposure to the sun as well as prolonged showers.
Good habits to adopt to moisturize dry skin naturally
To maintain a good hydration level and take care of your dry skin, make sure you hydrate yourself sufficiently! It is recommended to drink 1.5 to 2 liters of water per day . Also consider providing an extra hydration boost, and apply a cream daily based on ceramides , hyaluronic acid or shea butter , active ingredients that help retain moisture.
If needed, you can add a supplemental lipid intake with a vegetable oil such as jojoba, argan or sweet almond oil, ideal ingredients for deeply nourishing the skin.
Apply them after showering to skin that is still slightly damp, taking care to avoid hot baths and to use gentle, paraben-free shower gels .
Our Blue Skincare products to naturally moisturize your dry skin
Blue Skincare offers a range of specific treatments to meet the needs of dry and sensitive skin . Using unique manufacturing technology, our products contain intact active ingredients and deploy their full repair power deep within the epidermis.
Start your dry skin routine in the shower with the kerato-reducing emollient treatment to eliminate flaky scalp conditions, roughness on the body and soothe itching. Then, gently wash your body with the lipid-replenishing oil and its delicate organic plum scent. After the shower, the ultra-concentrated mother-of-pearl cream in bionacre helps you maintain a good hydration level and protect the skin barrier for 24 hours.
Once your body is well nourished, it's time for your facial hydration routine. Choose a gentle makeup remover to avoid irritating your skin, such as micellar milk water rich in pre- and postbiotics, sea water, and organic marshmallow extract. Follow with the hydration duo to boost your skin's regeneration while protecting it from external aggressions.
Enriched with hyaluronic acids and niacinamide , the serum smoothes fine lines and regenerates your skin, then the moisturizer seals in moisture for 48 hours and helps you regain more supple and visibly brighter skin.
By adopting these simple actions and choosing suitable products, you will effectively moisturize and protect your dry skin , while nourishing it deeply. Result: your skin is smooth and plump, and no longer causes you any discomfort!
