Any skin requires careful care, but dry skin in particular. Let us explain why. Increased dryness of facial skin is accompanied by many unpleasant phenomena: peeling, early wrinkles, roughness. They are not always caused by insufficient care. The phenomena may be associated with some pathologies or other reasons that must be eliminated so that the skin again shines with beauty and freshness. Allowing the epidermis to dry out excessively is unacceptable!

Moisture retention mechanism

On the surface of the skin there is a stratum corneum. Its moisture is provided by cellular structures and lipids located between them, which perform several functions:

• they act as a bonding agent for postcellular structures;
• prevent moisture loss;
• regulate the rate of skin peeling and cell renewal;
• Thanks to their antimicrobial action, they play a protective role on the surface of the epidermis.

With normal skin, there is a certain balance between the water content in the stratum corneum and in the surrounding air; if it is disturbed, dry facial skin appears or, conversely, oily.

The water-lipid emulsion film that forms on the surface of the epidermis also contributes to moisture retention. It is formed from secretions of sweat and sebaceous glands and intercellular lipids. An emulsion may have different ratios of components. This depends on external conditions and the intensity of the glands.

The mechanism of dryness and peeling of the skin is determined by the following factors:

• lack of moisture in the stratum corneum;
• too frequent change of the surface layer of cells;
• violation of the protective properties of the skin.

Causes

The condition of the skin is affected by many factors. Each of them can cause negative consequences. Sometimes the appearance of dry facial skin and the causes that cause this phenomenon can be eliminated by selecting the optimal care products.

But sometimes they are associated with a serious illness that requires qualified treatment.

The most common causes of dry skin are:

• lack of sebaceous glands or their dysfunction;
• hormonal changes occurring in the body for any reason;
• disorders caused by a genetically determined predisposition;
• decrease in the level of moisture in the stratum corneum with increasing age;
• severe diseases of the digestive tract or diabetes mellitus, which are accompanied not only by dry facial skin, but also by other symptoms;
• deep cleansing of the skin if it is done too often;
• vitamin deficiency, which usually begins at the end of a long and cold winter;
• frequent use of hot or low-quality water, as well as aggressive detergents when washing;
• too dry air in the house, especially in winter, during the heating season;
• long exposure to the sun or frost without protective cream;
• poor-quality or incorrectly selected skin care products;
• insufficient consumption of clean water;
• poor nutrition.

If you do not understand the reasons for dry skin on your face, your doctor should tell you what to do if additional symptoms include peeling and itching. They may indicate any skin diseases.

Rules of care

While eliminating the causes of skin problems, you should simultaneously provide it with competent and regular care, which requires compliance with several conditions.

• We need to change the rules of washing. In the morning, water washes away from the face all the fat released overnight from the sebaceous glands, and deprives the skin of the protective barrier it so needs during the day. Therefore, it is better to postpone the thorough washing procedure to the evening.
• A dry face should be washed with water at room temperature, and the bath or shower should be warm.
• Water quality is important. It needs to be boiled and cooled or used filtered, thawed or settled.
• To wash your face, you can only use moisturizing gel or foam. Any soap should be excluded.
• You should not rub your wet face with a towel; it is better to let it dry or lightly blot it with a soft cloth.
• Very dry facial skin requires especially careful selection of cosmetic care products. If you do not make such products from natural products, it is better to buy cosmetics from well-known manufacturers and, preferably, from the same series, with a note indicating that they are intended for dry skin. It is necessary to avoid gels and lotions containing alcohol. It has a drying effect on the skin.
• You need to carefully select decorative cosmetics. Both creams and powders must have moisturizing properties and contain protective filters.
• It is also important how to remove makeup - it can only be removed with special cosmetics intended for this purpose. You should not leave foundation on your face overnight.
• It is important to replenish the lack of water in the body. Drinking plenty of fluids daily will not only increase skin moisture, but also remove metabolic products and toxins. This will help cleanse the skin and give it a fresh and healthy look. It is recommended to consume up to two liters of water per day.
• A balanced diet is an important part of the fight against dry skin. An increase in fruits and vegetables in the diet contributes to:
• timely cleansing of the intestines and rapid removal of toxins from the body;
• the body receives vitamins and nutrients involved in healthy skin.
• It is necessary to monitor the humidity level at home and at work. If the air in the room is too dry, you should install a humidifier in it and regularly ventilate the room.
• Excessive sweating is not recommended, so you should think about the choice of sport. Swimming pools with chlorinated water also have a negative effect: before swimming, it is better to apply a rich cream to the skin.

Since it is quite difficult to get rid of dry skin on the face, you need to tune in to long-term and systematic care in compliance with all the recommendations listed.

Cosmetology procedures

If you have dry facial skin, treatment should include not only masks and creams, but also effective cosmetic procedures. Many of them can be done at home.

• A hot compress increases capillary blood flow, expands and cleanses pores, removes dead skin and dust from the surface of the skin, inhibits the evaporation of moisture, and also promotes muscle relaxation. To carry it out, you can wet a striped towel with hot water and apply it to your face for 20 minutes. Its temperature should be tolerable for the face. This procedure is especially useful after a relaxing bath with herbs.
• Dry skin on the face can be cleansed well with a steam bath. The procedure will fill it with a mass of useful substances from the herbal decoction and increase blood flow. An infusion can be prepared from chamomile, which is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.

Essential and vegetable oils

Essential oils, which have been used for these purposes since ancient times, are an excellent means of caring for dry skin types. By strengthening cell membranes, they stimulate metabolic reactions, increase blood flow, thereby improving cell nutrition. By moisturizing the skin, they simultaneously saturate it with vitamins. Their concentration is so high that adding a few drops to products for dry skin is enough. A good base for essential oils are cold-pressed vegetable oils, which are absorbed very quickly into the skin.

Olive oil is especially suitable for these purposes. The essential fatty acids it contains form a thin film that envelops the skin and retains moisture. And the influence of antioxidants stimulates the production of collagen, which increases its elasticity.

Olive oil is a universal remedy that can be used for all skin types in combination with various supplements, but it is especially useful for dry skin. It is used in the form of compresses, and masks are prepared on its basis. You can even simply wipe the skin with oil, warming it up a little. All these procedures are best done at night.

Masks

The arsenal of cosmetic products is large, and every woman can choose how to deal with a dry face and what to do with early wrinkles. Various masks perfectly moisturize the skin. They restore elasticity and slow down the aging process with regular use. They are easy to prepare at home using those natural products that can always be found in the kitchen. Another advantage is the absence of chemical additives.

• Mustard powder mixed with olive oil perfectly moisturizes the skin and stimulates capillary blood flow. A rush of blood helps enrich the surface layer with oxygen and beneficial microelements.
• A mask made from grated apple and olive oil has an excellent moisturizing effect. After several procedures, the skin becomes fresh and velvety.
• Oatmeal helps with peeling. They should be filled with warm water, and honey and a little glycerin should be added to the swollen mass. It nourishes and restores the skin.
• The cucumber mask has an excellent moisturizing and rejuvenating effect. It can be prepared with heavy cream, and a few drops of lemon juice will give it softness and elasticity.

Today there are various methods of moisturizing, protecting and caring for the face. It depends only on desire and capabilities what to do and, if your facial skin is dry, how to moisturize it. And home care methods are available to everyone, you just need to follow the recipes and maintain regularity. Then the skin will always be smooth and well-groomed.

One of the skin types in humans is dry facial skin and this causes discomfort to a woman. In addition to true dryness and flaking, there are various conditions accompanied by xerosis. Everyone needs to know what to do and how to care for such skin at home.

Types of dry skin

Dermatologists distinguish different types of dry skin. The classification includes the following types:

• constitutionally – dry skin;
• acquired.

The first type includes pathological and physiological dry skin. Depending on the skin subtype, it will vary in appearance.

Physiologically dry skin has a pale pink color, a fine structure, with narrow, barely noticeable pores, and no oily sheen.

Pathological and acquired dry skin have the same symptoms:

• feeling of tightness, sometimes itching;
• dull appearance;
• thinning;
• peeling;
• redness and irritation.

Important! Do not confuse dry skin type with dehydrated facial skin. The latter can occur in any person with any skin type.

Causes of dry facial skin

The main factors for the development of dry skin are:

• genetic predisposition;
• physiological factors;
• congenital disorder of fatty acid metabolism;
• enzyme deficiency;
• excess ultraviolet radiation;
• unfavorable environmental factors (wind, frost, dry air, high air temperature, air-conditioned room);
• improper care (use of products with a high content of anionic surfactants, various drying and damaging care products, such as powder, scrub, foundation);
• the use of a number of medications, such as retinol, zinc;
• bad habits (alcohol, smoking, drugs);
• some diseases (thyroid pathology, atopic dermatitis, psoriasis);
• deficiency of vitamins and minerals;
• abuse of certain cosmetic procedures (laser resurfacing, chemical peels, microdermabrasion).

Dry skin care

To avoid premature aging, as well as irritation of xerotic skin, special care is required. It is selected not only based on skin type, but also on the functional state, age, season, and the factors in which the person works are also taken into account.

You should follow the basic rules for caring for dry skin:

• cleanse the surface of the skin once a day, in the evening;
• for washing, use water at room temperature, preferably filtered;
• do not use soap to cleanse the skin, you can use lotion, milk, tonic;
• After washing, you should not dry yourself with towels; it is better to blot your skin with a soft napkin;
• several times a week you need to use, which contains red clay, hyaluronic acid, aloe vera;
• Moisturizing creams are used daily, as well as products that restore the lipid barrier of the skin, for example Bepanten Derma;
• Use sunscreen and weather protection creams.

In addition to cosmetic care, it is necessary to observe the principles of proper nutrition and drinking regime, and in the room where the owner of dry skin is most often located, it is necessary to maintain adequate air humidity.

To prevent aging, you need to visit a cosmetologist, where procedures will be carried out aimed at both moisturizing the skin and restoring the protective layer that retains moisture:

• ultrasonic facial cleansing;
• superficial chemical peels (containing lactic and mandelic acid);
• collagen and alginate;
• stimulating blood circulation;
• mesotherapy (injection of vitamin cocktails into the skin);
• biorevitalization (hyaluronic acid injections for this skin type can be performed from the age of 18-19 years);
• comprehensive dry skin care programs that are available in every line of professional cosmetics.

After 30 years

Having crossed the thirty-year mark, age-related changes begin in the skin; in the case of xerosis, they proceed faster and are more pronounced. Standard care includes products that prevent age-related changes. Such drugs include:

• tonic lotions;
• nutritious cream;
• moisturizing and restoring serum.

The beauty salon provides anti-aging treatments, iontophoresis of moisturizing and anti-aging drugs, massages, and injections of hyaluronic acid.

After 40 years

At this age, changes affect the deep layers of the skin; the lipid layer on the surface retains moisture less and less. Due to these processes, a network of small wrinkles appears over the entire surface of the face. The aging characteristic of people with dry skin is called fine wrinkling - the skin becomes like crumpled paper. In addition, hyperemia and a constant feeling of tightness may appear.

During this age period, it is necessary to use products that actively restore the lipid mantle or create its semblance on the surface. Substances included in such products:

• components that attract and retain moisture (glycerin, panthenol, hyaluronic acid);
• vegetable oils;
• alpha hydroxy acids (lactic, glycolic);
• antioxidants (tocopherol).

Algorithm for caring for aging skin:

Makeup remover To remove makeup, use oil- or glycerin-based products, such as skin naturals micellar water from Garnier, purete thermal micellar lotion from Vichy, and makeup remover milk with vitamin F from Librederm.

Washing. At this stage, the skin is cleansed of remaining contamination. For this purpose, cleansing cream-gel for problem skin that is overdried as a result of treatment with Effaclar H or lipid-restoring cream-gel Lipikar syndet AP+ from La Roche-Posay, a refreshing cleansing gel or cleansing foam from the purete thermal Vichy series, and mezolux cleansing foam from Librederm are suitable.

Deep cleansing. This procedure at home is carried out no more than once a week. For these purposes, gommages, cleansing masks, soft scrubs are used, for example: hyaluronic gel gommage from Librederm, detox mask with charcoal or Vichy mineral peeling mask, exfoliance comfort Lancome softening exfoliating cream.

Moisturizing mask. The products are used several times a week and can be cream or fabric. There are quite a lot of masks on store shelves that are part of Korean care and other series.

Tonics and lotions. Moisturizing preparations contain vitamin complexes, oils, aloe extracts, and hyaluronic acid. Toning is carried out daily before applying serum and cream.

Creams and serums. The final stage of care is the application of serum and/or cream to moisturize and restore the skin. The composition should contain components such as vitamins, vegetable oils, proteins, peptides.

In a beauty salon, intensive moisturizing and rejuvenating programs are added to the previous procedures, aimed at renewing epidermal cells and producing skin lipid mantle factors.

After 50 years

At this age, against the background of hormonal changes in the woman’s body, processes of thinning of the epidermis begin in the skin, which on dry skin is manifested not only by wrinkles, but also by peeling, cracks, and redness. The processes of blood circulation and regeneration slow down, the content of hyaluronic acid in cells and intercellular space sharply decreases.

Such skin requires special care cosmetics aimed at replenishing the missing substances.

At home, nourishing masks are performed 2-3 times a week, serums and creams are used daily to transport active substances into the deep layers of the skin.

Important! When menopause occurs, stimulating procedures in the form of mid-peelings and resurfacing cannot be performed. Such procedures do not work in the absence of normal hormonal levels.

It is imperative to protect your skin from adverse environmental factors before leaving home.

Among the salon procedures for dry skin at this age, peptide biorevitalization is suitable, which at the cellular level will not only replenish hyaluronic acid reserves, but also saturate the skin with special molecules that act as stimulators of renewal processes.

After 60 years

Care after 60 years is no different from that at 50. In the evening, richer nourishing creams or vegetable oils are used - they help create a protective moisture-retaining film.

Before leaving the house, apply sunscreen or creams that protect against bad weather. Such products are applied 20 minutes before exposure to adverse factors, and are removed from the skin immediately after returning to the room.

Dry skin on the face in men

Despite the popular belief of many, it is necessary to take care of men's skin, especially if it is dry or dehydrated.

In men, physiologically dry skin is rare; usually due to improper care or exposure to environmental factors, the lipid barrier is destroyed and the skin loses internal water.

To avoid negative consequences, you must adhere to a number of simple rules:

• Before shaving, apply a thin layer of moisturizer to the skin;
• to shave your beard and mustache, it is better to use shaving cream or gel rather than soap;
• after shaving you need to use milk, lotion or cream; in winter you can use fatty products;
• Twice a week you need to use nourishing masks, homemade or store-bought.

Like women, the stronger sex needs to use creams to protect against environmental factors.

Seasonal care for dry skin

Skin care depends not only on age and gender, but also on the time of year. For dry skin, the most unfavorable seasons are winter and summer; it is during these periods that the most frequent exposure to ultraviolet radiation, wind, dry air, and snow occurs.

In winter. It is necessary to use fatty nourishing creams and masks. Anti-frost and wind creams are applied to the face. You need to be on the street as little and as little time as possible. Do not warm your face with hot water or intense rubbing.

Important! During this period, moisturizers are applied at least 30 minutes before going outside.

In the spring. The most favorable time for those with dry skin. During this period, the skin stops drying and flaking. At this time, you need to prepare your skin for the summer season - nourish it with moisture. Renewal can be carried out using peelings, light polishing, skin restoration is carried out through mesotherapy.

At home, light scrubs and intense nourishing masks are used.

In autumn. During the transition period between summer and winter, it is necessary to restore the skin after ultraviolet radiation and prepare it for unfavorable winter conditions.

For this, restorative masks, light milk peels, and injection techniques are used.

In summer. During the hot season, you should not use fatty creams or oils; they are replaced with light moisturizers. For dry skin, a gel base is suitable.

Moisturizing masks are applied every other day. And during the day, you can use portable ultrasonic humidifiers, which can be purchased at beauty supply stores.

Regardless of the weather, it is necessary to use sunscreen; in city conditions, preparations with SPF 25-30 are suitable; when going on vacation, the level of protection should be 50 or higher.

Products for dry skin

Knowing the algorithms and rules for restoring and moisturizing dry skin, you can live carefree for a long time without knowing any problems. But this knowledge is not always enough; the choice of cosmetic products is of great importance.

Basic rules for selecting cosmetics include the following points:

• cosmetic products must be labeled “for dry skin” or “for dehydrated skin”;
• the preparations should contain ceramides, squalene, panthenol, aloe vera, hyaluronic acid;
• It is better to select products for dry skin in a pharmacy or professional cosmetics stores; cheap products from the market can harm dry skin;
• Do not use products containing alcohol, ionic surfactants, mineral oils, lavender and tea tree essential oils;
• Scrubbing preparations should not contain coarse abrasive particles, only propylene balls.

Masks for dry skin

Folk remedies for dry skin

Lovers of natural cosmetics can use preparations made at home from available products.

Advice! Before using home remedies, you need to test for allergies to the components of the product.

1. Banana mask: add Greek yogurt and a little honey to the puree of half the fruit, apply the resulting mixture to your face, avoiding the eye area, rinse after ten minutes.
2. Oatmeal mask: prepare an infusion of oatmeal and hot high-fat milk, apply the paste to your face for 15 minutes.
3. As a tonic, you can use a decoction of parsley, chamomile or cool milk.
4. Homemade cream is made from a spoon of butter, a spoon of castor oil and a few drops of geranium ether.
5. This cream should be stored in the refrigerator for no longer than a week.
6. Yeast mask: mix warm milk with a small amount of sugar and yeast, leave for 30 minutes, then apply to face for 35-40 minutes.
7. Fruit peeling: mix banana and apple puree in equal quantities with heavy cream and semolina, apply to the skin and massage for several minutes, then rinse with warm water.
8. Raspberry scrub: beat a quarter of a glass of berries with sour cream and olive oil, apply the product to the face, massage for about a minute, then leave on the skin as a mask for a couple of minutes, wash with warm water.
9. Nourishing mask: mix one teaspoon of honey and olive oil with one yolk, apply the mask to the face for twenty minutes.

Oils for dry skin

At home, you can use various oils for skin care. It is recommended to use such products in winter.

Base oils used for dry skin can be used either alone or in mixture with other components. The most commonly used:

• avocado;
• apricot;
• olives;
• sesame

Essential moisturizing oils:

• carrot;
• pink;
• neroli oil;
• geranium;
• chamomile;
• orange;
• jasmine

Important! Essential oils are not used in their pure form. Due to the high concentration of substances, a few drops are added to any fat-containing base or base oil.

An effective nourishing remedy would be a mixture of equal parts of avocado oil and sweet almonds, two drops of immortelle oil and egg yolk. This mask can be used twice a week.

Oils can also be used to remove makeup.

Vitamins for dry skin

Xerotic facial skin needs vitamins like no other. To improve its condition, vitamins are used both in food and in the form of external agents. Among all the variety, the most necessary vitamins are the following:

• group B.

Cosmetics for dry skin

For those with dry skin, it is difficult to choose decorative cosmetics for the face - powders and foundations dry out the lipid layer. Before purchasing such cosmetics, you need to study the composition - modern manufacturers have in their lines moisturizing foundation creams and fluids, as well as powders that retain moisture in the dermis. There are also pharmaceutical products with a decorative effect that will not only smooth the surface of the epidermis, but also have healing properties.

Dry facial skin is not a death sentence if you learn to care for it properly. If a person has a problem choosing products to care for such skin, it is necessary to contact a cosmetologist who will conduct a diagnosis, find out the cause of xerosis and select effective products and procedures.

Beautiful ladies are always looking for ways to become better, but dry skin is one of the main causes of disorders. It is accompanied by peeling, decorative cosmetics do not adhere well to the face, and painful areas often appear. Newfangled cosmetics don't always help. It all depends on the principles of basic care and the main causes of dryness. Let's look at the important nuances in order.

Dry skin - what is it like?

1. Features of a dry face include sensitivity to cosmetics and external factors. The skin remains beautiful, matte, with a pleasant blush as long as it is taken care of. As soon as this stops, the face loses its former attractiveness and begins to peel off.
2. In the winter season the situation becomes more complicated. Under the influence of wind and frosty air, the face becomes very red and can remain so for several days.
3. After washing, the epidermis tightens; a person constantly wants to apply cream or wash his face in order to somehow relieve the discomfort. These sensations indicate that the skin lacks precious moisture.
4. The loss of fluid does not disappear immediately, but under the influence of extraneous irritants. The skin consists of several layers, the top of which protects against fluid loss. But if the stratum corneum is thin and deprived of its protective functions, the face begins to dry and peel.
5. It's all about the features of the dry type. The top layer is too thin, so it is not able to retain all the moisture located in the lower layers of the dermis. Also, this type of epidermis has a low lipid balance, unlike normal or oily skin.
6. But it is lipids (fats) that help retain moisture. With their shortage or virtual absence, the skin becomes even drier due to fluid loss. These processes are rapid, they are intensified under the influence of ultraviolet radiation, low-quality cosmetics, poor nutrition, and other conditions.
7. It is worth understanding that there are differences between dry and dehydrated skin. The first option implies that the epidermis is thin and delicate by nature, and is more susceptible to negative environmental influences.
8. The second type indicates that due to certain circumstances (illness, weather, poor nutrition, etc.) the skin has lost moisture and lipids. Dehydration occurs due to severe drying of oily or combination skin with special products.

Choosing cosmetics for dry skin

Every skin type, be it excess oily or dry, needs to be properly cared for.

1. When carrying out procedures on your own, it is important to choose the right cosmetics that will suit you and use them systematically. It is advisable to give preference to hydrogels or serums, which mostly consist of water (moisturizing).
2. Also use products that contain hyaluronic acid as external moisturizer. It covers the epidermis with a protective “breathable” film, which retains moisture in the deep layers of the dermis, but at the same time does not clog the pores. As a result, the face always looks hydrated, rosy and healthy.
3. It is important to maintain the appropriate structure of dry skin. As the main care products that will be used 3-5 times a week, choose targeted formulations (for dry skin). They should contain lactates, amino acids, B vitamins, acids, and natural saccharides.
4. If the skin is depleted under the influence of extraneous irritants, such as weather conditions, low-quality decorative cosmetics, non-compliance with the drinking regime, choose additional products to restore the lipid layer. It can be restored with appropriate cosmetics. It should contain organic acids (for example, linolenic, linoleic), ceramides, esters and natural oils. The latter include argan, shea butter, cucumber, soybean, sesame, sea buckthorn, sunflower, and olive oil.
5. It is worth remembering forever that all cosmetics, caring or decorative, must contain a minimum of impurities. Give preference to natural hypoallergenic cosmetics. It retains moisture and restores lipid balance. Avoid harsh scrubs and sometimes use acid-based peels.

Even if you choose the right cosmetics that include all kinds of natural substances to maintain moisture and increase fatty tissue in the facial area, you cannot do without daily care. It is considered basic and includes several main stages. Let's sort them out.

Basic cleansing

1. For dry skin, you need to use only the gentlest and most natural cosmetics you can find. Hard gels are not suitable if they contain carbon, abrasive particles, acetylsalicylic acid, etc.
2. Give preference to a mild milk or foam cleanser designed specifically for dry and sensitive skin.
3. Pay attention to formulations that contain algae extract, natural oils, azulene or bisabol.
4. Cleansing is carried out once a day - after waking up in the morning. You should not carry out the procedure more often, so as not to aggravate the dryness.

Using lotion

1. Dry skin cannot do without the systematic use of a moisturizing lotion or toner. This product is used 2-3 times a day after washing.
2. The toner should not contain alcohol or other drying substances. Choose products for your skin type that will restore pH balance.
3. When in contact with tap water, the alkaline environment is disrupted, and the appropriate lotion will bring it back to normal and prepare the face for applying serum (cream, hydrogel).

Regeneration and nutrition

1. To achieve the desired result and overcome dry skin, you should use a thicker night cream. Cosmetologists recommend giving preference to semi-synthetic based cosmetics.
2. The natural fat composition is considered heavier for such a delicate type of epidermis. Experts insist on using creams containing fatty acids, vegetable oils and ceramides.
3. Such creams may contain whey protein, algae extract, elastin and collagen. Before using a cosmetic product, the face must be prepared and cleaned. Distribute the composition 1 hour before bedtime.
4. Spread the cream in a thick layer and wait about 20-25 minutes. After this, excess product can be removed with a paper towel.

Protection and hydration

1. To give your skin everything it needs, it is important to apply a day cream daily. Please note that such a product must contain special enzymes that protect the epidermis from the negative effects of the environment.
2. Among these antioxidants are ascorbic acid, UV filters and tocopherol. Such substances resist premature skin aging. The cream should also contain hyaluronic acid, collagen and milk protein.
3. As a result of systematic use of the cosmetic product, the skin will acquire a healthy and toned appearance. To fill the cells from the inside, it is important to include honey extract, algae extract, grape seed extract and lecithin in the product.

Deep cleansing

1. This procedure must be carried out once a week. It is important to remove dead skin particles from the skin. It is recommended to use exclusively targeted products for sensitive and delicate epidermis.
2. It is worth paying attention to cosmetic products in the form of masks on an oil and cream basis. Give preference to gomages, enzyme peels and masks with fruit acids in the form of mandelic and lactic acids.
3. It is prohibited to use aggressive products that are not suitable for your type of epidermis. Such products in most cases contain glycolic and salicylic acids.

Nourishment and deep hydration

1. Directional masks are recommended to be used at least 2 times a week. Such cosmetics should fully nourish and moisturize the epidermal tissue. To achieve maximum results, before applying masks, it is recommended to cleanse your face with a product containing fruit acids or gommage.
2. As a rule, manufacturers include microelements and extracts of bilobo, algae, guarana and ginkgo in nutritional masks. Active components significantly increase tissue tone and their protective functions. Moisturizing masks include chitosan, collagen, milk proteins and hyaluronic acid.
3. Such products should be spread over prepared, cleansed skin for no more than a third of an hour. Wait the specified time and wash with non-hot water. After this, moisturize your face with a targeted cream. To maintain the effect for as long as possible, it is important to exclude drying products from cosmetics.
4. You should completely abandon facial care products in the form of masks, cleansers and tonics if after use you feel a tingling sensation and a feeling of tightness.

1. Chamomile with hop cones. Combine equal amounts of blackberry and strawberry leaves, yarrow, crushed hop cones, and chamomile. Take 30 gr. collection and pour 200 ml. boiling water Infuse the components for a quarter of an hour. Strain the mixture and add 30 ml. apple juice, egg yolk and 15 gr. honey. Achieve homogeneity from the components. Distribute the product over your face and wash after a third of an hour.
2. Olive oil with lettuce leaves. Finely chop 2 fresh lettuce leaves and mix with 15 ml. olive oil, 15 gr. village sour cream. Mix the components into a homogeneous mass and apply to the skin. Wait about 25 minutes, wash with non-hot water.
3. Sunflower oil with mustard. Combine 10 g in a small saucer. mustard powder and 30 ml. sunflower oils. If the composition is too thick, dilute the components with still mineral water. Distribute the mask over your face for no more than 5 minutes. Wash your face the classic way. After this, moisturize your face with day cream.

To eliminate dry skin, it is important to identify the causes of this problem. If necessary, visit a cosmetologist. If funds allow, it is worth using targeted procedures. Do not forget to monitor your skin daily and provide it with proper care, nutrition, and hydration. Use homemade masks.

Video: how to determine your skin type

Most of the fair half of humanity suffers from dry facial skin, which is accompanied by flaking and an unpleasant feeling of skin tightness. How to provide your skin with maximum hydration and eliminate unwanted manifestations of dryness? There are all possible creams and cosmetics, and there is also a miraculous mask for dry facial skin, which can easily be made at home. So, how to save yourself from moisture loss and provide your facial skin with appropriate care?

There can be many reasons for dry skin on the face. The main ones are:

• improper functioning of the sebaceous glands;
• age-related changes;
• various diseases: gastrointestinal tract, nervous system;
• often dry facial skin can be caused by a lack of vitamins;
• prolonged exposure to the sun;
• frequent peeling;
• frequent washing with hot, chlorinated water and soap.

It is advisable to find out what exactly caused the dryness of your skin in order to direct all your efforts and resources to eliminate the root cause. If you manage to get rid of it, your skin will no longer be dry.

Dry skin needs appropriate care to help mitigate the unwanted effects of dryness. The rules of care read:

• wash your face only in the evenings: if you wash off the fat that has accumulated overnight from your face in the morning, your skin will lose its protective barrier and will be exposed to unwanted external influences;
• the temperature of the water you need to wash with should be room temperature;
• It is better to wash with settled, filtered or cooled water after boiling;
• morning and evening, use moisturizing creams, tonics, lotions;
• Use special masks to moisturize 2 times a week;
• choose cosmetic products carefully: none of them should contain alcohol, which will dry out the skin even more.

If you regularly follow these simple tips, your facial skin will receive sufficient hydration and the problem of dryness will be minimized.

Dry facial skin: how to normalize?

Modern cosmetology actively solves the problem of dry skin. There are a number of cosmetic procedures recommended for dry facial skin. You can also use traditional, time-tested methods.

1. Cosmetology procedures

• a hot compress is an effective cosmetic procedure that dilates blood vessels, pores, improves blood circulation, warms the skin, removes dust and dead cells; evaporation of water from the surface of the skin stops, the stratum corneum swells - dry skin becomes tender, soft and elastic;
• if you have dry, sensitive skin, use salt cleansing;
• chemical and mechanical peeling, removing dead cells and renewing the skin;
• collagen mask moisturizes, tightens and tones;
• cosmetic massage improves blood circulation, removes old cells, improves complexion.

2. Procedures at home

• hot compress: fold a terry towel into a strip, dip it in hot water and place it on your face for 20 minutes (the water temperature should be such as not to burn), it increases blood flow, relaxes muscles, removes dust from the skin;
• herbal steam bath: place a boiling decoction of herbs (for example, chamomile) in a saucepan on the table, tilt your head over it and cover with a towel for 10 minutes, then rinse your face with cold water and wipe with lotion.

Only the owner of dry skin can decide what suits her best: a beauty salon or home walls.

Dry facial skin: home care recipes

Which folk remedies are the most effective in the fight against dry skin?

• all kinds of masks made from herbs (chamomile, calendula), fruits, vegetables, dairy products, which are easy to prepare at home;
• water consumption regimen: per 1 kg of your weight per day you need to consume 30 g of water in small portions;
• fish oil and vitamins A, E in any form;
• Buy a humidifier for your home.

However, the most effective remedy remains homemade masks for dry skin, which are so easy to use.

Dry facial skin: effects of homemade masks

What to expect from the effects of homemade masks?

• Moisturizing: such masks retain moisture for the skin as much as possible, thereby normalizing the water balance.
• Smoothing: wrinkles are evened out, the skin becomes smooth and even.
• Restoring elasticity.
• Rejuvenation: the aging process noticeably slows down.

Homemade masks are good because there is no doubt about the naturalness of their ingredients: you yourself know what you are preparing them from. No chemicals in their composition will harm your skin. The natural components of such masks restore water balance. If it is normal, the skin looks well-groomed, smooth, matte, without flaking spots. In order for the result of the mask to be obvious, you need to strictly follow the recipes for its preparation.

Dry facial skin: mask recipes

There are a lot of recipes for making masks, and all of them are quite effective at moisturizing dry skin. Choose for yourself the recipe that will not cause you any trouble in terms of its ingredients and preparation.

• 1. Mustard mask

Dry mustard (a teaspoon) is mixed with vegetable oil (a tablespoon) and diluted with water until it becomes mushy. Keep the mask on your face for no more than 5 minutes, rinse with warm water. After it, it is recommended to use any cream for dry skin that you usually use.

• 2. Curd mask

Mix cottage cheese (a tablespoon) with liquid, preheated honey (a teaspoon). Dilute with warm milk and make a mask for 15 minutes. Rinse off with warm water.

• 3. Oil mask

Heat olive oil, soak a cotton swab in it and apply to your face. Leave the mask on for about 30 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water.

• 4. Herbal mask

Mix the following herbs in equal quantities:

• hop cones;
• blackberry leaves;
• strawberry leaves;
• chamomile;
• yarrow.

Pour boiling water (a glass) over the herbs (a tablespoon) and leave for 20 minutes. Next, mix the infusion with apple juice (a tablespoon), honey (a teaspoon) and egg yolk. Apply the mask for 15 minutes, rinse with warm water.

• 5. Mint mask

Mint leaves (2 tablespoons) are poured with boiling water (a glass), put on fire (for 3 minutes), cooled and filtered. Apply a warm mask to your face for 15 minutes. It is better to remove the mask with a cotton swab dipped in warm water.

• 6. Oatmeal mask

This mask is especially recommended for those who have very dry facial skin to the point of flaking. Oatmeal (a tablespoon) is poured with hot milk (4 tablespoons) and left for 10 minutes. The mask acts for 15 minutes and is washed off with warm water.

• 7. Lettuce mask

Chop green salad leaves (2 large leaves), mix with olive oil (teaspoon) and sour cream (teaspoon). Apply to face for 20 minutes, rinse with warm water.

• 8. Chamomile mask

Pour boiling water (a glass) over pharmaceutical chamomile (2 tablespoons), let it brew for a couple of hours. Mix the infusion (2 tablespoons) with butter (a tablespoon). Leave the mask on your face for 20 minutes and remove with a cotton swab dipped in warm water.

• 9. Apple mask

Grate a medium-sized apple on a fine grater, after removing its peel and seeds. Mix with olive oil (2 teaspoons), apply to face for 20 minutes, rinse with warm water.

• 10. Cucumber mask

Chop a small cucumber (it is better to grate it), mix with cream (1 teaspoon) and lemon juice (4 drops). Apply the mask to your face for 20 minutes, rinse with warm water.

If you naturally have dry facial skin: what should you do to eliminate this phenomenon? The answer is simple: use our tips for caring for this type of skin and prepare several recipes at home. And very soon you will be pleased to touch your own skin, and looking in the mirror will lift your spirits. Be beautiful, take care of yourself!

Dry facial skin is a fairly common phenomenon. Woman feels tightness, appears peeling.

In addition to the fact that such sensations are unpleasant, dry skin ages faster than oily or normal skin and looks less attractive. Besides, she very sensitive.

Type Definition

Skin type can be determined long before appearance discomfort and noticeable signs. There are several types:

1. Dry.
2. Fat.
3. Normal.
4. Combined.

Normal is very rare. More often the skin happens combined type. This means that different areas may be different. If, for example, the forehead is oily, then the cheeks or chin may be dry.

Oily skin is accompanied by enlarged pores and a constantly appearing oily sheen. Dry― thin, susceptible to various damages and with its characteristic redness and peeling.

In order to decide what kind of care do you need specifically?, take a clean napkin or mirror and apply it to different parts of the face - nose, forehead, cheeks, chin.

Where the skin is oily, corresponding marks will remain. There will be no marks on degreased areas.

Causes

This type of skin may be congenital, but with proper care water-lipid balance can be normalized.

More often dryness appears for some other reasons:

• woman's mature age;
• lack of vitamins in the body;
• disruption of the sebaceous glands;
• exposure to sunlight;
• low air humidity;
• heating appliances;
• care products that are not suitable for your skin type;
• improper cosmetic procedures;
• chlorinated, hot water;
• high alkali soap;
• diseases of internal organs;
• smoking, alcohol;
• weather.

When the skin is affected by any reason, it loses its ability produce enough fat and distribute it evenly over the surface. Moisture quickly evaporates from the skin, dryness appears, which in severe form is accompanied by peeling.

Important advice from the editors

If you want to improve the condition of your skin, you should pay special attention to the creams you use. A frightening figure - 97% of creams from well-known brands contain substances that poison our body. The main components due to which all the troubles on the labels are designated as methylparaben, propylparaben, ethylparaben, E214-E219. Parabens have a negative effect on the skin and can also cause hormonal imbalance. But the worst thing is that this nasty stuff gets into the liver, heart, lungs, accumulates in organs and can cause cancer. We advise you not to use products that contain these substances. Recently, experts from our editorial team conducted an analysis of natural creams, where first place was taken by products from Mulsan Сosmetic, a leader in the production of all-natural cosmetics. All products are manufactured under strict quality control and certification systems. We recommend visiting the official online store mulsan.ru. If you doubt the naturalness of your cosmetics, check the expiration date; it should not exceed one year of storage.

Ambulance

If you notice dry patches of skin on your face, you need to find out causes who caused this.

If you eliminate the root cause of the impact, it will be much easier to deal with the problem itself.

Whether indoors or outdoors very low humidity, it is recommended to purchase special spray bottles containing distilled water. You can spray your face throughout the day. It gets necessary moisture and looks fresh. It is better to put air fresheners in the room.

Essential for human skin vitamins E, A― the main antioxidants for the body. They are found in food products (vegetable fats, herbs, liver, milk), and are sold in pharmacies in separate forms or as part of vitamin complexes.

By taking medications you can achieve significant improvement in condition skin. form can be used externally to lubricate the face. The result in this case becomes noticeable almost immediately.

The condition of the skin largely depends on amount of clean water you drink. There should be a lot of it throughout the day.

Avoid prolonged exposure to hot sun, very dry climates, or cold.

Home Recipes

There are recipes for masks that will help you quickly cope with the problem that has arisen.

Mask 1: mix with vegetable oil and honey (100 g each). The mixture is applied to the face in several layers and lasts for about half an hour. Prepare a linden or chamomile decoction in advance and, soaking a cotton swab in it, remove the mask.

Mask 2: you need to heat a teaspoon of honey and mix it with twice the amount of cottage cheese. Dilute the resulting mass with a little milk and apply it to your face. Leave for a quarter of an hour and rinse.

Mask 3: very dry skin with flaking can be treated with this mask. Heat the milk until hot and pour it over it. Wait a little until the mixture cools down and becomes warm. Apply the mask to the skin and lie down for 20 minutes. Wash off with warm water.

Scrub: mix the heavy cream with the oatmeal obtained by grinding the oats.

Add a little olive oil and carry out the procedure.

This must be done very carefully, avoiding damage to the skin, and for a short time, no more than a minute. Frequent exfoliation also dries out the face, so do this about 3 – 4 times a month.

Very good maintain skin balance various cosmetic and vegetable oils:

• apricot kernels;
• peach seeds;
• linen;
• olive

Lubricate your skin with oils several times during the day or, after soaking a cloth in it, place such a compress on your face.

Proper care

Nutrition: To normalize lipid balance, you need to establish a proper diet and drink a lot of water. For an adult woman, the volume of liquid drunk should be about two liters daily.

Correct means: For a dry face, you need to choose moisturizing cosmetics. Night cream should be nutritious and rich, containing beneficial substances, extracts and vitamins.

Dry skin and concealers: foundation, powder. Most often, powder is used to dry oily areas, so it is better not to use it on a dry face. The foundation should be moisturizing, soft, and quickly absorbed.

Do not use products containing fruit acid.

It is bad for dry skin and makes it even more dry.

Washing: No need to wash your face with hot water and soap.

This makes the skin very dry. It is better to purchase a milk intended for this purpose for washing or removing makeup. There is soap with added moisturizer.

After water procedures, the face should be lubricated with tonic, apply moisturizing or nourishing cream. It is recommended to rinse the skin decoctions of herbs:

• aloe;
• calendula;
• chamomile;
• mint.

Cleansing: When cleaning procedures, use delicate products. The scrub should not contain large and rough particles. You can cook it yourself.

Winter care

Dry skin during the cold season most vulnerable. Wind and cold have a very negative effect.

In winter, you should not use it before going outside. moisturizers. At low temperatures, their particles freeze and damage the skin.

Better to put some on your face nourishing cream or cosmetic oil. A protective layer will be created on the skin that will prevent the dangerous effects of weather conditions.

Do not go outside immediately after washing your face. This can be done in one hour. In the evening the cream is applied an hour before bedtime. Its excess, which is not absorbed after 7-10 minutes, is removed with a soft cloth.

Skin nutrition should be intense, as well as protection. Cover your face, if possible, from wind and freezing temperatures. Actively use nourishing, moisturizing and protective creams and masks.

You need to take care of your facial skin regularly.

Choose for dry skin nourishing, moisturizing cosmetical tools.

Do different useful masks at home. Your skin will reward you for your care and will be young and healthy.

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