Dry Vs. Dehydrated Skin
If you’re experiencing skin that is flaky, dull, or tight, chances are you are suffering from either dry or dehydrated skin. Luckily, if you’re able to tell the difference between these two common skin problems, there are plenty of products to get your skin feeling supple again in no time. So, what’s the difference? The short answer is that dry skin lacks lipids and natural oils, while dehydrated skin lacks water.
Dry Skin
Seasonal changes and other external factors can trigger inflammation and dry skin, but truly dry skin is a genetic trait that will stay consistent throughout a lifetime and must be managed. This is because dry skin is naturally deficient in lipids, or natural fats, that hold in the skin’s natural oils and maintain moisture.
Luckily, with the right skincare routine, dry skin can easily be kept at bay. Incorporating a thick night cream or overnight mask is a great place to start. Moisturizing products rich in humectants, ceramides, and natural oils like rosehip oil and squalene will replenish dry skin.
Dehydrated Skin
Dehydrated skin, on the other hand, is a temporary state of the skin that can come and go based on lifestyle and environmental factors. When skin is dehydrated, it is lacking water. This can happen for a variety of reasons, including Not drinking enough water, cold weather or weather changes, harsh skin care products, excess sun exposure, over-exfoliation, and more.
It’s important to quickly address a water-deficient complexion because tight, dry, sensitive skin can easily contribute to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. Sometimes, treating dehydrated skin can be as simple as drinking more water, but it’s important to incorporate hydrating moisturizers and serums to fully replenish its suppleness. Hydrating ingredients to combat dry skin include hyaluronic acid, seaweed, and aloe vera.
Glow Jar Beauty Skincare Suggestions:
Dry skin: Gentle Gel Cleanser, Hydrating Rose Toner, Dewy Moisture Mist, Moisturizing Face Cream, Barrier Repair Oil, Luminous Facial Oil. Maracuja Under Eye Oil.
Dehydrated skin: MIST THEN MOISTURIZE!!! Dewy Moisture Mist or Hydrating Rose Toner + Moisturizing Face Cream, Balancing Facial Toner + Light Squalane Moisturizer.