Extremely Dry Skin

Help! My skin is extremely dry, what can I do?

There are many factors that contribute to dry skin. Dry skin has a low level of sebum and can be prone to sensitivity. If your skin has a parched look due to its inability to retain moisture, you are definitely dealing with dry skin. Extremely dry skin usually feels “tight” and uncomfortable after cleansing unless some type of moisturizer is applied. If your skin is also chapping and cracking, you are dealing with dehydrated skin.

Causes of extremely dry skin are:

· The oil glands do not supply enough lubrication to the skin; as a result, the skin becomes dehydrated.

· Dry skin could be due to a genetic condition, poor diet and deficiency of Vitamin A and B.

· Environmental factors such as exposure to sun, wind, cold chemicals, or excessive bathing with harsh soaps.

I advise you take a few steps to get your dry skin hydrated, smooth and supple. Form a barrier: moisturizers are designed to reduce water loss from the Epidermis (the outermost layer of skin). Do not take hot baths with harsh soaps: Hot water causes dryness and harsh soaps can strip the natural moisture in your skin. It’s essential that you use a moisturizer daily (morning and night). A moisturizer performs several important functions; it replaces lost water and water – binding ingredients. Be sure to use a moisturizer in the morning with a SPF of 15 or higher and use a very rich cream for nighttime.

Product Recommendation: Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF30 by Dermalogica is a one-of-a-kind moisturizer. It achieves hydration for skin while protecting against both anti-aging properties and sun exposure with SPF. This moisturizer will reinforce skins natural moisture barrier as well as creating a perfect finish to skin.

Super Rich Repair by Dermalogica will instantly replenish chronically dry dehydrated and prematurely-aging skin with intense, super-concentrated moisturizing cream. Lock in skins moisture in the evening while sleeping.

Drinking lots of water helps too, lots of water. Water increases your body’s natural moisture level by staying hydrated through the day.