Dry or dehydrated skin - Crystal MC

DRY OR DEHYDRATED SKIN

What is dry skin and what is dehydrated skin?

Dry skin and dehydrated skin are two different concepts that refer to different skin problems.

Dry skin refers to a skin type in which the skin produces too little of a natural oil called sebum. This lack of sebum leads to dryness of the skin, which is accompanied by slight flaking, roughness and a feeling of tightness. Dry skin is often caused by genetic factors, ageing, environmental influences or improper skin care.

Dehydrated skin, on the other hand, refers to a skin condition that lacks water. This means that the skin loses moisture and becomes dehydrated. Dehydrated skin can be caused by sun exposure, ageing, the use of inappropriate skin care products or weather conditions.

Sometimes the terms “dry skin” and “dehydrated skin” are used synonymously, but it is important to understand the difference between these two conditions. Dry skin is usually associated with a lack of the skin’s own sebum, while dehydrated skin means a lack of moisture in the skin. So, you can have dry skin, dehydrated skin or both, depending on the factors affecting your skin.

What causes dry skin and what causes dehydrated skin?

Dry skin and dehydrated skin can be caused by different factors.

What causes dry skin and what causes dehydrated skin?

Dry skin and dehydrated skin can be caused by different factors.

What causes dry skin:

  • Genetics: abnormalities in the genes can cause dry skin, which can run in families.
  • Ageing: As we age, the production of natural oil (sebum) decreases, which can lead to dry skin.
  • Environmental factors: low humidity, cold weather, strong winds and central heating can strip moisture from the skin.
  • Use of harsh cleansers: excessive use of harsh soaps and cleansers can strip the skin of its natural oils, causing dryness.
  • Prolonged exposure to water: frequent hand washing or prolonged soaking in water can strip the skin of its natural oils.

What causes dehydrated skin:

  • Sun exposure: Frequent exposure to the sun without adequate protection can cause the skin to lose moisture.
  • Ageing: Over the years, the skin gradually dries out, which can be caused by a reduced ability to retain moisture.
  • Improper skin care: using inappropriate skin care products or overly aggressive cleansers can contribute to dehydrated skin.
  • Dehydration: lack of water intake can cause dehydrated skin, as the body does not receive enough moisture.
  • Poor diet: a lack of nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids can affect skin moisture.
  • Weather conditions: extreme weather conditions such as low humidity and cold weather can contribute to dehydrated skin.

Symptoms of dry and dehydrated skin?

Symptoms of dry and dehydrated skin?

Symptoms of dry skin:

Scaliness: dry skin often indicates the presence of tiny scales.

Roughness: the skin may feel rough and uneven to the touch.

Dryness: a lack of moisture in the skin causes a feeling of dryness.

Appearance of dryness: the skin may look dry as fine lines appear.

Symptoms of dehydrated skin:

Tightness and roughness: dry skin often causes a feeling of tightness and roughness.

Sensitivity: skin becomes sensitive to touch.

Matte appearance: dehydrated skin can look tired and lack radiance.

Fine lines, deep wrinkles and sagging skin: loss of moisture can accentuate fine lines, cause deep wrinkles and sagging skin.

Treatments for dry or dehydrated skin at the Crystal Aesthetic Centre

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