What is dry skin on the face and what does it look like?
The skin of the face is rich in sebaceous glands which provide natural protection against dry skin. However, some people’s sebum production is low which can contribute to dry skin. This can be especially true in the areas around the eye, where these glands are very few or absent. Dry skin on the face often looks rough and flaky, and is usually accompanied by a feeling of burning.
What are the causes of dry skin on the face?
Dry facial skin is caused by an alteration or deficiency in the skin barrier of those proteins that bind with water or lipids that retain it. From what has been said so far one might think that dry skin on the face is a rare condition, however it can also occur following some cosmetic treatments: an example is the prolonged application of moisturizing creams which dissolve the lipids through the emulsifiers contained. of the skin barrier, thus creating a worsening of dry skin.
Then there are subjects who are more exposed to this problem such as those who suffer from atopic dermatitis or who have sensitive skin.
How to treat dry skin on the face
- Apply Nourishing Cream and massage until completely absorbed.
- For dry skin around the area of the eye, apply Extreme Emollient Ointment. By retaining water on the skin, Extreme Emollient Ointment helps soothe and soften the skin.
To avoid dry skin, is it necessary to drink a lot of water?
Drinking a lot of water does not necessarily equal hydrated, moisturized skin. The human body is made up of 75% water, so the skin is certainly not lacking water. Drinking more water than the body needs can actually put a strain on the organs responsible for urine production and collection. The immediate result is a continuous need to urinate. In the longer run, drinking excess water also causes water retention, especially on the abdomen, thighs and buttocks. The swelling caused by water retention can cause edema, or the accumulation of fluid in the interstitial spaces of the body. This can contribute or worsen cellulite (panniculitis adiposa).
CLEANSING
Use Eudermic Cleansing Base, a non-foaming, lauryl-sulfate free wash, as both a make-up remover and cleanser. Eudermic Washing Base fully cleanses the skin without drying it out and without leaving a feeling of tightness.