Dry skin is a common condition that can be caused by a series of different factors. Genetics obviously play an important role in which type of skin you have, however, your dry skin could be a result of other situations such as weather, air conditioning and central heating, excessive bathing and even some illnesses.
For the most part, however, dry skin is not a serious condition. However, it can be uncomfortable (especially if you have a dry face) and unsightly, especially if it presents with dry patches. If you have regular or seasonal dry skin, you should adopt a skin care routine specially designed to treat this problem.
If your skin does not respond to the following treatment, or you have really dry skin, you should seek professional assistance as soon as possible.
In order to help keep your skin healthy, no matter which type of skin you have, you need to find and maintain a proper cleansing routine. A dry skin care routine needs to include a series of particular products and methods. Adopting the right habits can make a huge difference in your skin’s health.
Cleanse with Soothing Products
Most cleansing products out there come in two forms: foaming and cream. People with dry skin should use a cream cleanser. These products help remove dirt without stripping away moisture or sebum.
Be wary of soapy cleansers because they are known to contain harsh ingredients that will dry out your skin. Once the water has evaporated, your skin will be left feeling dry.
Follow Cleansing with Toning
Once you’ve cleansed, you might want to use a toner. This step will help you remove any leftover product or debris. When choosing a toner for dry skin, you should opt for an alcohol-free product.
However, if you have purchased a good cleanser and make-up remover, you can skip this step.
Moisturizing is Essential to Dry Skin Care
Moisturizing is the most important part of dry skin care. Don’t forget, your type of skin lacks water moisture not sebum, so you should take your time when choosing a moisturizer.
For dry skin, moisturizers should be thick and creamy. If you are uncertain about your current moisturizer, you can place some cream on the palm of your hand and quickly turn it over. If the cream drips, it is too runny for your skin.
Also, make sure that you choose products that are free of alcohol and fragrances. Products that consider alcohol or fragrances as one of their ingredients are not recommended for dry skin or any other type of skin. This is mostly due to the fact that both of these ingredients contribute to dry skin and possible skin irritation. Fortunately, there are a wide range of products that are fragrance and alcohol free.
Even though dry skin requires thicker products, you should avoid any that contain mineral oil or other petroleum derivatives. These ingredients can easily lead to problems such as acne because they quickly clog open pores. There are other beneficial ingredients that do not clog pores and are effective humectants.
Snail serum is a revolutionary natural ingredient that should be part of all dry skin creams. This natural ingredient is a great addition to natural moisturizers and skin care lotions that are especially geared towards treating drier skin types. Its list of benefits is long and includes the ability of helping regenerate damaged skin and promoting the production of fibroblasts. In addition to snail serum, BIOBALM contains strawberry seed oil to help relieve dry skin while having a pleasant scent.
- Aileen Fitzharris