Are you Treating your Skin Correctly?
Today on our blog we clear the clouds of confusion about dry skin and dehydrated skin, with the help of Fatim Ligioiz.
Understanding the difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin is key to properly caring for your face and body. Here I explain in a clear and simple way how to differentiate them and treat each of them.
Dry Skin
Dry skin is a permanent condition, genetically determined by the characteristics of your skin. Here, the sebaceous glands do not produce enough sebum, which is the natural oil that helps keep the skin protected.
Dry skin is characterized by a lack of production of sebum (the skin's natural oil). If your skin feels rough, looks dull, tends to flake, with small flakes, and is prone to irritation; feeling itchy or tight, especially after a shower or bath, you probably have dry skin. But it's not all bad, at least it's not a good environment for fat-loving bacteria!
Dehydrated Skin: A Cry for H2O
It is not a skin type, but a temporary condition that can affect any skin type, even oily skin. This occurs when it does not retain enough moisture.
Therefore, having dehydrated skin is like being a forgotten cactus in an unventilated bathroom window. This type of skin does not lack oils, but rather water. You may feel tight, and you will see more pronounced fine lines when you look in the mirror, yes, those are NOT permanent wrinkles, they are just the cry of your skin asking for a little water to survive!
Don't Mix Fuels!
Treating dry skin with water-rich moisturizers can be as effective as giving a cactus an oil bath. It does not work! Dry skin needs stronger protective barriers and emollients that mimic natural oils. On the other hand, to quench dehydrated skin, look for ingredients such as epidermal hyaluronic acid, much more effective and healthy than a synthetic one, or aloe vera, which are true magicians at retaining water.
Home Diagnosis: The Pinch Test
Don't know what type of skin you have? Here are some tricks:
Pinch gently a small area of skin, preferably on the back of the hand or cheek. What to look for? See how the skin reacts. If it quickly returns to its original shape, it is probably well hydrated. If your skin takes a while to return to its normal state and you see small lines or “wrinkles” forming, it is likely dehydrated.
Texture Test: Evaluate the texture of your skin with a simple touch. How to do it? Glide your fingers over your skin, especially on areas that tend to dry out like your cheeks, elbows, or legs. What to look for? If you notice that your skin feels rough, flaky, or thick, it's probably dry. If your skin feels soft but still shows signs of fine lines or feels tight, it could be dehydrated.
Observation after shower The way your skin reacts after coming into contact with water can be an indicator. How to do it? Observe your skin after showering or bathing. What to look for? If your skin feels extremely tight but soft shortly after drying, it may be dehydrated. If you notice that it feels rough and flaky, it could be dry
Product Absorption Test The way your skin absorbs products can also tell you a lot about its condition. How to do it? Apply a small amount of a light moisturizing cream such as Cuídate or hydrating serum such as Constellación Hidra What are you looking for?: If your skin absorbs the product very quickly, it may be dehydrated and in need of water. If the product sits on the skin or doesn't seem to absorb well, it could be a sign of dry skin.
The Link Between Hydration and Skin Health
Regardless of the results of these at-home tests, it's important to maintain a skin care routine appropriate for your skin type. Always including hydration as an essential element. And of course, when in doubt, ask your professional beautician or your aesthetic doctor, who will immediately tell you what you need.
And always remember that keeping your skin well hydrated is crucial not only to looking good, but to maintaining a healthy skin barrier. Clinical studies have shown that good hydration can help maintain the integrity of this barrier and prevent dermatological problems.
You can expand technical information in this study on the skin barrier where we see the importance of hydration, the lipid barrier of the skin and even how stress affects the imbalance of both factors:
Practical Tips for All Skin Types
Regardless of your skin type, drinking water is essential and applying products that guarantee good hydration is essential to take care of it.
So, whether your skin is screaming for oil or begging for water, there is a solution for each case at Emocosmética.
Remember: Proper care starts with understanding your skin's needs.
I will leave you just some of the cosmetics available in the firm, which are most suitable in each case:
For Dry Skin
Nectar de la Fortura · Nourishing Biphasic Makeup Remover
Nourishing Biphasic Makeup Remover Recommended for removing resistant and long-lasting makeup or deeply removing impurities from the face, especially in the case of sensitive or dry skin.
Respect Yourself · 100% Alcohol Free Soothing Tonic
Designed to give greater relaxation, cleanliness, pampering and health to the skin, without agents that can attack it. Indicated for sensitive, dry, normal or unbalanced skin
Calm Sea · Regenerative Protective Serum
High penetration serum, which incorporates active ingredients from the field of neuro-phytology and enriched with marine collagen, hyaluronic acid, grape seed oils, and borage. With 4 patents that: triple the natural levels of ceramides, lipids and fatty acids, activate mitophagy and cell generation; They protect and purify the skin in depth, soften blemishes and balance melanocytes.
Omnia · Nourishing and Decongestive Facial Cream
Treatment cream for skin prone to dryness. Due to its active ingredients, it is a perfect ally to fight against premature aging, allowing you to maintain the natural elasticity of the skin and make it look soft. Highly recommended to reduce marks, wrinkles or scars.
Nut Wings · Moisturizing and Regenerating Balm
With microparticles that hydrate, nourish, soothe and regenerate extremely dry and damaged skin. Ideal for painful areas that require maximum attention and care.
Berber Spell · Sensitive Revitalizing Body Elixir
Result of a sophisticated conjunction of premium quality oils, and of great prestige. They have a high content of antioxidants that help repair cells and prevent both imbalances and imperfections, hydrate and give elasticity to the skin, nourishing it and balancing its regeneration to provide beauty and health.
There are other Elixirs available and you can also make very wide use of them. For this matter, I recommend you reread the article on this blog that talked about how to get the most out of the different body elixirs.
For Dehydrated Skin
Youth Foam · Comforting Cleansing Mousse
Facial cleansing foam with vitamin C for all skin types that deeply cleans the remains of makeup and polluting substances that accumulate on the face
Petals of Life · Nourishing and Soothing Facial Tonic
It nourishes, soothes, regenerates and cleanses deeply, leaving the skin free of external polluting residues. With an important decongestant and refreshing effect.
Anti-aging treatment cream, for all skin types, designed to reduce stress, purify and tone facial skin. Stimulates the production of new collagen, providing elasticity, firmness, hydration and deep nutrition.
This cosmetic gem Silence of the Sea is a day and night treatment, specially designed to de-stress, purify and tone the aging skin of the face. It helps to regain the vitality and shine that the skin deserves, smoothing wrinkles, rejuvenating the skin, giving it firmness and nourishing it in depth. Its formula is rich in biocollagen, vitamins and fatty acids that protect the dermis and balance it, achieving deep and significant changes that become visible after a few weeks of use.
Hydra Constellation · Epidermal Hyaluronic Acid Serum, which hydrates, recovers elasticity, firmness, and improves the appearance of the skin noticeably. Especially recommended for dehydrated skin, or with clear signs of aging.
1 day of treatment with Hydra Constellation = 14 days of treatment with hyaluronic acid. Highly effective serum
Take care of yourself · Immediate Accumulated Hydration
Designed to provide intense hydration to facial skin. Ideal for young skin, or for those that need water recovery after exposure to the sun, or after staying in extremely dry environments.
Namasté Nourishing Regenerating Body Scrub , for sensitive, dehydrated and delicate skin. Powerful tissue regenerating, softening, anti-wrinkle and toning exfoliant, capable of treating the structure of the most sensitive skin with maximum delicacy. The aromatherapy of its perfume is ideal for relaxing body and mind, promoting an optimal state of calm and emotional peace.
Dharma Nourishing Body Cream
This balancing, moisturizing and nourishing Cream is ideal for all skin types, especially for those that need an extra contribution of detoxification, nutrition, hydration and firmness. Its aromatherapy is ideal for relaxing body and mind, promoting an optimal state of calm and emotional peace.
In these cases, professional treatment can work very well.”I deserve pure beauty” that you can enjoy in professional beauty and well-being centers, specialized in Emocosmetics.
And remember, depending on your needs, this is how the emocosmetic you choose should be. for your daily routine
- Hydrating creams: Because even your skin needs a glass of water from time to time. Don't let your skin become the Sahara!
- Creams for dry skin: Does your skin feel like a rough wool sweater? It's time to give it some softener with a cream that knows how to deal with extreme dryness.
- Care your skin, adapting the cosmetic to your specific need and the results will be extraordinary.
Signed by Fatim Ligioiz
Director of the R&D&i department and CEO of Emocosmética
