Is Dry Skin Only Lacking Moisture?! 🏜️

My skin could probably host camels... it’s just desert skin with no oasis

Let’s take a quick look at various stories about dry skin!

Then everyone, take a seat!

Do you already know everything? Is an explanation still needed?

What is dry skin?

When many people think of dry skin, they first imagine skin that lacks moisture and feels dry, but in fact it is a skin type that lacks both moisture and oil.

Because the skin barrier that protects the skin becomes weaker, it is more vulnerable to external irritation,

and because its ability to prevent moisture loss declines, dryness is felt more easily.

Dry skin may be a skin type you are born with genetically,

but it can also become dry due to poor lifestyle habits or aging.

So rather than simply deciding, "I was definitely oily skin when I was 20?"

it is more important to understand and manage your current skin condition well!

Characteristics of dry skin

Tightness and itchiness:

After washing, the skin feels very tight, and in severe cases, it can also feel itchy. In particular, the eye area and cheeks feel even drier.

Flaking and fine lines:​

The skin surface is rough, and white flakes appear easily. Fine lines can form easily due to lack of moisture.

Small pores:

Because sebum production is low, pores tend not to be very noticeable.

Lack of glow:

Because the skin lacks oil, it may have no radiance and look dull and rough.

Main causes of dry skin

Genetic factors, aging, and hormonal changes, as well as, though not common, skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis/ichthyosis or

systemic diseases, can also trigger or worsen dry skin.

These are considered internal factors (factors within the skin itself).

As for the opposite, external factors (such as the living environment),

people who live in dry environments, or those who frequently use air conditioning and other devices that

create a dry living environment,

strong-cleansing soaps that excessively remove the oil layer, which is the skin’s natural moisturizing barrier,

UV exposure, which always comes up on our blog,

and improper skincare / lack of moisture can also cause or worsen it.

Only by identifying the exact cause can you choose an effective treatment or care method suited to it.

Self-diagnosis can help, but for an accurate diagnosis, consulting a specialist is best.

How to care for dry skin

Focus on moisturizing:

For dry skin, moisturizing is the most important thing. Within 3 minutes after washing your face, it is good to apply moisturizer to keep moisture from escaping. It is also important to use highly moisturizing cream or oil products that supply both oil and moisture.

Gentle cleansing:

Wash your face with lukewarm water so as not to damage the skin barrier,

and use a gentle cleansing product with low irritation.

Hot water should be avoided because it removes too much of the skin’s oil.

It also helps to minimize skin irritation.

Sun protection:

UV rays accelerate skin aging and can worsen dryness. When going out, sunscreen should be applied carefully regardless of the season.

Related dermatology procedures

It varies depending on the cause, skin type, and each individual!

Skin booster:

A procedure that directly injects active ingredients needed for regeneration and moisturizing into the dermis.

There are various types of skin boosters, and the effects differ slightly depending on the ingredients, so

it is most important to consult a specialist and check whether it will help your skin type.

Ultrasound procedure:

Procedures that promote the production of moisturizing factors within the skin and

maximize hydration, such as lifting using LDM, are also relevant.

Because you can get both moisturizing and soothing effects without strong stimulation, it seems worth

considering if you have sensitive skin!

Peeling / other care:

Aqua peel and ionzyme are also procedures related to hydration and moisturizing, respectively,

and are among the procedures worth looking into if you are worried about dry skin.

Since there is limited information available through self-diagnosis alone, if you have concerns,

visit a nearby dermatology clinic and ask about it!

This time, we looked into dry skin!

Next time, we’ll talk about concerns related to oily skin1

The weather has gotten so hot—I hope everyone has a healthy day!

I hope you have a summer that keeps both oil and moisture in balance!

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