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The cosmetics industry has used the terms dry skin and dehydrated skin synonymously for years. We therefore understand that this creates confusion in distinguishing them. You already know that we love to remedy these discourses that have been used for so long (like when we talk to you about cellulite) and shed light on how the skin works and what it needs.
Dry skin and dehydrated skin They are not the same, even if they share things in commonsuch as the feeling of tightness or matte skin (without shine)… We explain their characteristics and tips to differentiate them so that you can better manage your routines.
How do I know if I have dry skin.
Let's start at the beginning: the skin produces two types of substances, sebum and sweat. When they combine, the hydrolipidic coat is generated, which looks like the “natural cream” that the skin itself makes.
Dry skin tends to secrete less sebum, which alters this hydrolipidic layer and ends up affecting the most internal structures.
Dry skin is skin that:
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- It's tight, especially after washing it
- It usually presents with scaling
- Its texture is rough to the touch
- Fine lines appear, even without being associated with expression lines
We can have dry skin for various reasons, there are lots of genetics But factors such as age, our daily habits or even taking certain medications cause our skin to dry out. It is therefore common for dry skin to be a permanent state.
How to treat dry skin.
There are two keys: do not dry it furtherwith which it will be time to review the cleaning routine, and provide lipids that are not made from natural oils.
Oils like jojoba, almonds, carrots, sunflower, rosehip, St. John's wort…these are emollients very similar to those of the skin and also provide a good dose of antioxidants.
Butters are also useful, such as shea or mango.
We will use a very gentle cleaningwhich correctly eliminates everyday impurities but does not remove more natural sebum from the skin than necessary. The GOLDEN DUNE is ideal because it is 3 in 1: You can use it as a cleanser, as a makeup remover and also as a nourishing mask to replenish lipids. Its mango and shea butters and natural passion fruit and carrot oils will leave your dry skin feeling soft and prepared for the next steps in the routine.
The products you use must be formulated for dry skin. That's why at Herbera we formulate some of our serums in two textures, one oil-free and another for dry skin.
In your routine, you should always include an oillike BIO SERUM ACTIVE FACIAL OIL REGENERATIVE. It contains an organic cocktail of 7 organic oils and a delicious peppermint aroma. You can use it alone for your facial massages, combined with your creams or even mixed with GOLDEN DUNE to enhance it when you use it as a mask.
How do I know if I have dehydrated skin.
In this case we are faced with a temporary state It can affect any skin type. Even the biggest ones! What happens in this case is that there is a lack of water, and more precisely a lack the ability to retain this water.
You will notice dehydrated skin like:
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- Skin that feels tight but generates shine during the day (for example in the T zone)
- It generally does not absorb certain products well (they stay on top)
- You may experience redness, irritation and be more sensitive.
- Fine lines appear
How to treat dehydrated skin.
To use hygroscopic ingredientsthat is, they retain water. For example, plant hyaluronic acid, or glycerin. Ours comes from the karanja plant and contains no palm oil.
THE layered routines are super useful: for example, spray a mist like REPAIR MIST ECHINACEA & CAMOMILE before a hyaluronic serum helps you retain moisture better. And, without letting the serum dry, apply the moisturizer. This sorcerer Layering gives skin an extra boost to retain moisture better.
Additionally, one of the steps that is sometimes overlooked is outlineand it is one of the areas that suffers the most from dehydration. With the EYE CONTOUR HYALURONIC you will have a natural solution that helps with microcirculation and hydration of this delicate area. Distinguishing between dry skin and dehydrated skin will allow you to effectively adapt your skincare routine. This way you will give her what she needs throughout the year and keep her healthy and radiant. Besides! You have it dry or dehydrated, protect yourself from the sun it's very important for both.
