What is the difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin?

It is very common to confuse dry skin with dehydrated skin and vice versa, but you should know that they are different skin types and today we are going to help you tell them apart🔍.

What are the characteristics of dry skin?

Dry skin is not a skin condition, but a skin type. It is characterized by a lack of moisture and natural oils; in other words, the skin itself does not produce or retain the oil and water necessary to maintain its softness, elasticity, and balance.

It has a rough, coarse texture and may present flaking, redness, and irritation. Additionally, after washing, it feels tight and is more prone to visible expression lines and wrinkles. That is why it is essential to use an anti-aging moisturizing cream, both to prevent the appearance of wrinkles and to blur existing ones.

And what is dehydrated skin like?

In contrast, dehydrated skin is a temporary condition of the skin and can affect all skin types, from the driest to the oiliest. The main problem with this type of skin is a lack of water, which is caused by stress, sun exposure, the incorrect use of cosmetics, lack of sleep, the climate, and internal dehydration (hence why it is so important to stay hydrated from the inside too).

It has a dull appearance, lacking luminosity, which is why treatments that provide vitality to the skin, such as an antioxidant serum, are recommended. Furthermore, it presents a sensation of tightness in specific areas and usually feels more sensitive than normal. Remember: it is a condition and not a skin type (we do not have it that way all the time), and when it becomes dehydrated, we feel it differently than usual.

Facial routine for dry and dehydrated skin

Whether you have dry or dehydrated skin, it is essential that your facial routine includes at least good cleansing and hydration.

Opt for a gentle cleanser that purifies and hydrates the skin, such as our cleanser with Aloe vera and grapeseed oil, which, in addition to removing impurities, will keep your skin hydrated.

Use an anti-aging day cream that contains a sun protection factor, since in addition to avoiding skin aging, it keeps the skin smooth, plump, and hydrated throughout the day.

At night🌙, don't forget to reapply the purifying cleanser and incorporate an anti-aging regenerating night cream. This step is very important, as the skin regenerates naturally while we sleep, and if we apply active ingredients that, in addition to reducing visible signs of aging, enhance this regeneration, we will achieve healthy, smooth, and balanced skin.

The point is not to apply many products, but just enough to be consistent and achieve visible results as soon as possible✨.