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Dry skin is prone to problems with lack of moisture, acne, chapped skin, roughness, etc. if not properly cared for. So what is the effective dry skin care process?
1. Characteristics of dry skin
As the name suggests, dry skin is a condition in which the skin lacks the appropriate amount of water in the epidermis, caused by hormones and the oil secretion system not providing enough necessary needs, often found in the elderly.
Dry skin often feels tight, dry, itchy
Dry skin is often clearly felt after washing the face and not moisturizing the skin, the feeling of tightness is more intense, especially when laughing or making facial movements. Dry skin care requires adequate water and moisture from both inside and outside the body.
In general, dry skin is a common condition, often mild and easy to overcome. However, dry skin due to medication or skin disease complications is often severe, easily leading to complications such as secondary infections, cellulitis, eczema, etc.
2. Scientific dry skin care process
With the above characteristics of dry skin, the care process also needs to be more special with the following steps:
2.1. Makeup remover
The advantage of makeup remover oil is that it can clean makeup better, and generally clean dirt and oil in pores better. But makeup remover water is popular and easiest to use, especially in winter. The advantage of makeup remover water is that it does not remove the skin's natural moisture layer because it is gentler than makeup remover oil.
Makeup remover is an important cleansing step for dry skin
Makeup remover is a step that should not be skipped in the dry skin care process, choose a product that suits your skin and needs.
2.2. Wash your face
After removing makeup, the cleanser will help to deeply clean the dirt, oil, and dead skin remaining in the pores. For dry skin, choosing a neutral cleanser with a pH of about 5.5 is the most suitable because it is gentle and minimizes the risk of irritation.
Note that you should not wash your face for too long with hot water, which will make your skin even drier, less hydrated, and more prone to peeling.
2.3. Use Toner (rose water or skin tightening solution)
Dry skin often feels tight and itchy after washing your face, so use Toner immediately afterwards. This skin care step has the role of optimally cleaning, balancing pH, and naturally moisturizing the skin. For dry skin, prioritize using Toner that is moisturizing, gentle, and non-irritating.
2.4. Apply a sheet mask
Applying a mask is the fastest and most effective method of moisturizing in particular and intensive skin care in general. For dry skin, you can apply a moisturizing paper mask every day or every 2-3 days depending on your skin condition and time.
The paper mask chosen for dry skin should be a good moisturizer, with benign ingredients that are not strong cleansers and are gentle on the skin.
Applying a paper mask helps to deeply moisturize the skin
2.5. Mineral spray
Mineral spray is a step that provides the skin with water and essential mineral ions, helping to immediately moisturize the skin, solving the problem of tight, itchy skin due to lack of moisture. This is not a mandatory skin care step, but for dry skin, it is the top choice.
Perhaps many girls with dry skin wish their skin could be smooth, shiny, and plump like in Korean movies. So try using a mineral spray after using Toner or applying a mask to nourish the skin more effectively.
2.6. Using Serum containing nourishing oil
A great solution to effectively moisturize dry skin, while saving money and time, is to use Serum containing nourishing oil. This is a layered essence with a water layer below and a nourishing oil layer above. The nourishing oil will cover the top to prevent water vapor from evaporating, so the skin retains moisture better even in dry weather conditions.
With this nourishing serum, before using, you just need to shake well to mix the two layers of water and oil together, then pour it into the palm of your hand, rub it to warm it up and apply it to your face.
2.7. Using moisturizer and sleeping mask
You need to use a specialized night moisturizer for dry skin, this type has the ability to moisturize and lock in moisture better, helping the skin become soft and avoid peeling. If you have used a moisturizing serum, you can use a regular night cream at this step to lock in moisture, it is not necessary to use a specialized moisturizer anymore.
Sleeping masks can nourish the skin better than regular moisturizers
In addition, you can use a sleeping mask instead of a night cream if you feel your skin is not moist enough. It does not take as much time to wait as a regular mask, sleeping masks are used like moisturizers but provide much better hydration and essence.
2.8. Eye cream
Do not ignore the skin around the eyes because this area is the thinnest, has a high intensity of activity according to the eye blinking movement, so wrinkles or dark spots appear more easily. Especially with dry skin that often does not have enough moisture, take care of your eyes more deeply from a young age.
You should use a separate eye cream to nourish the entire eye bag area, combined with massage to make the skin smoother and reduce wrinkles.
2.9. Sunscreen
Remember that even if there is no sunlight, UV rays still exist and are harmful to the skin. Therefore, in winter or summer, using sunscreen is an indispensable step for daytime skin care. Note: You should apply about ¼ teaspoon of sunscreen.
