DRY SKIN OVERVIEW

Dry skin can be caused by a number of factors including the environment, lifestyle factors, genetics, and climate. It can be painful, flaky and irritating as there isn’t enough moisture to keep it feeling supple and soft. People who experience dry skin may have rough patches that flake or appear scaly. Extremely dry skin can also crack or bleed. By implementing skincare and lifestyle changes, dry skin can be minimised and skin can be soft and smooth again.

How do you treat dry skin?

Adding more moisture into the skin can relieve dry skin. Having a consistent, hydrating skincare routine can help alleviate dry skin. Starting with a hydrating cleanser like the Dermaceutic Advanced Cleanser, can help protect and hydrate the skin’s barrier. Next, a hydrating serum can help penetrate the skin to deliver more hydration. We recommend the Aspect Dr Hyaluronic Serum. Finally, seal everything in and add extra moisture to the skin by using a moisturiser. We like the Aspect Super Moisturising Complex as it helps with barrier function and protects against free radical damage. Make sure you use sunscreen in the day time for best results.

How can I hydrate my skin overnight?

Using an overnight mask can help deliver more hydration to dry skin, while you are sleeping. Overnight masks are used as the last step in the skincare routine and the residue can be washed off in the morning. They leave skin feeling refreshed and looking supple. Cosmedix Rescue is a balm and mask for overnight use and helps reduce redness, dryness and cracked skin. Aspect Hydrating Mask is ideal for stressed and dry skin, as it protects against free radical damage, while hydrating the skin.

What can I do in the daytime to prevent dry skin?

Incorporating a hydrating serum for day and even night use, can help prevent dry skin. Hydrating serums are meant to be absorbed into the skin to deliver hydrating benefits. Overtime, your skin will be soft, hydrated, with fine lines and dry patches reduced. To learn more about how you can hydrate your dry skin, read our best serums for dry skin guide.