If the general aim is a glowing, smooth complexion then flaky skin will make that highly inconvenient. This tends to happen due to factors such as the wrong cleanser for the skin type in question alongside over-exfoliation. It’s important to make changes to the skincare routine, which will help in attaining the dream goal of an ultra-hydrated complexion.
Dry Skin vs Dehydrated Skin
In some cases, dehydrated skin and dry skin seem like the same thing. They are absolutely not interchangeable.
The difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin is that the former refers to a skin type (more specifically, an inability to produce oil), while the latter refers to a skin condition. Dry skin feels flaky and rough, while dehydrated skin looks dull and tight. Drinking alcohol or consuming caffeine can dehydrate your skin, so be sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day.
People with dry skin have very minute pores and don’t break out. That’s because neither sebum nor oil is produced. Since there’s no oil, bacteria can’t breed and enlarge the follicles. While it sounds great in theory to have tiny pores and blemish-free skin, oil is necessary for the skin to retain moisture. A person’s complexion can end up looking flaky and rough without it. More notably, wrinkles will end up even more evident.
No oil in your skin with small pores and hardly any breakouts? Do you feel irritation and flakiness of the skin? Your skin is most likely quite dry, not dehydrated. A dull complexion, tightness and a night out including alcohol will bring dehydrated skin.
Here are some tips on dealing with dry skin:
Don’t Over-Exfoliate Your Skin
A lot of people are under the impression that there’s no such thing as exfoliating too much. That’s a complete fallacy: it’s very possible. This can be from overusing acid serums or retinol, or using a facial cleansing brush more than once daily. Skin has a moisture barrier that can be worn down by these, leading to irritation and surface dryness.
Acute inflammation can stimulate elastin synthesis and collagen. However, long-term inflammation and barrier damage will only bring problems.
Do Skincare Routines Fast
After the initial face wash, tone with a formula that’s alcohol-free and moisturise accordingly. When skin is left bare for longer than a minute, dehydration will kick in. It’s important to do skincare routines fast, leaving toner damp on the skin. Since moisturising or toning right after washing the face keeps water locked in, the amount of product used won’t be as much.
Wear SPF Consistently
Dry skin can lead the moisture barrier to incur damage. The layer of skin meant for irritants to stay out and keep moisture in can end up developing cracks. Those are what lead to a flaky appearance and stinging skin. Not addressing that damage will lead to elastin and collagen breaking down.
Conclusion
Dry skin is often confused with dehydrated skin, but the two are quite different. People with dry skin have small pores and no breakouts, but can end up with it being flaky due to a lack of oil and moisture. Address dry skin through doing skincare routines fast, wearing SPF consistently and not over-exfoliating skin.
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