A common skin problem, dry skin , also called xerosis in the medical field, is a type of skin that results in skin that is rough , even rough to the touch. If not treated properly, it can be accompanied by a feeling of discomfort , itching , tightness , redness , and even cracking .
In order to take care of your very dry skin, it is important to pay special attention to it, both through daily actions and by adopting suitable products. Blue Skincare explains the causes and signs of dry skin , as well as the treatments to favor to restore its hydration and suppleness.
What is dry skin?
The skin has a hydrolipidic film, or lipid barrier, that helps it retain moisture . When this barrier is weakened or damaged, the skin loses its ability to retain water, which explains increased dryness . Depending on the degree of dehydration, the skin can become thinner, more sensitive and more prone to irritation.
Did you know? The middle layer of the skin, the dermis, is composed of more than 70% water! When this layer no longer contains enough water, collagen and elastin no longer function properly, and no longer fulfill their function of structure and volume.
Dry skin is characterized by a feeling of tightness, a rough texture, itching and sometimes even flaking. This skin problem can affect all parts of the body , but it is particularly common on the legs, arms, hands and face. Furthermore, it is a skin type , just like oily skin or combination skin.
What are the signs of dry skin?
If your skin is very dry, you will notice it through visible and felt signs immediately, such as a feeling of tightness, especially after a shower or bath. The skin may appear rough, with areas of flaking or small cracks . It may also be irritated , itchy, or even red. All of these signs can be worsened by exposure to cold, wind, or dry air.
Due to the lack of collagen, wrinkles may also appear more pronounced, and the complexion may have a dull, lackluster appearance.
Furthermore, there are different stages of dry skin :
- Moderately dry skin feels rough and tight after prolonged contact with water;
- Dry skin itches , peels , and cracks ;
- In cases of severe dryness, the skin can become fragile , cracked and split . It is also more prone to skin infections .
How to differentiate dry skin from dehydrated skin?
Although they may seem similar at first glance, dry skin and dehydrated skin have different causes and characteristics.
Dry skin is a type of skin that lacks lipids, which affects its ability to retain moisture. As explained above, it can be rough, flaky and sensitive, with a constant feeling of tightness.
Dehydrated skin , on the other hand, is a temporary condition , a passing skin condition due to a lack of water in the epidermis. It can affect people with very dry skin as well as those with combination to oily skin. Dehydrated skin can be recognized by a feeling of tightness, more visible fine lines, and a duller complexion, especially after exposure to the sun or cold. To take care of it, you should favor moisturizing products rather than nourishing ones.
What are the factors of dry skin?
Internal Factors of Dry Skin
Generally speaking, genetics plays a key role in this skin condition. Some people are born with naturally drier skin due to insufficient sebum production. As we age , the skin's ability to produce sebum and retain moisture decreases, which accentuates the phenomenon of dryness.
Hormonal disorders , such as those associated with menopause or thyroid imbalances, can also affect sebum production and lead to dry skin problems. Finally, certain conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, or atopic dermatitis can make the skin particularly vulnerable to dryness.
External factors of dry skin
Dry skin can also be explained by external factors, such as environmental conditions . In winter, the humidity level in the air decreases, which promotes the evaporation of water from the skin. Conversely, in summer, excessive exposure to the sun, without adequate protection, can affect the skin barrier and lead to dehydration of the epidermis.
Also, dry skin is particularly sensitive . If you use alcohol-based soaps, or take prolonged hot showers, you can further dry out your skin.
What to do to treat dry skin?
To take care of your dry skin, it is essential to adopt a suitable routine. Once a day, use a gentle cleanser to avoid damaging the skin. The relipidant cleansing oil is ideal for atopic skin: rich in lipids, it respects and strengthens the hydrolipidic film, cleanses, and soothes the skin of the body and face.
To gently eliminate scaly patches, roughness and dandruff, but also limit their reappearance, use a kerato-reducing emollient treatment on your body and hair. Enriched with bionacre, gentle exfoliating acids and balancing prebiotics, Blue Skincare restores the skin's barrier function , calms itching and reduces feelings of tightness.
The secret to smooth, nourished skin? Moisturize your body after showering to lock in moisture. Blue Skincare's mother-of-pearl body and face cream formulated with 99% natural ingredients nourishes, protects and soothes itching sensations, while reducing roughness, flaking and redness.
For an extra touch of hydration, apply the new skin serum under the moisturizer, morning and evening. Inside, mother-of- pearl, hyaluronic acids, niacinamide, prebiotics and postbiotics, work in synergy to intensely hydrate the skin , stimulate cell renewal and protect the skin barrier .
Fluid and light, the gentle hand cream completes your beauty routine and protects you from external aggressions. Result: hands are supple, soft and delicately perfumed.
Keep in mind that hydration is first and foremost essential to take care of your dry skin: remember to drink enough water to maintain hydration from the inside.
