Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Dry Skin is Different than Dehydrated Skin

Dehydrated skin is skin that is lacking water.
Dry Skin is skin that is lacking water and lipids.


Water constitutes 70% of the dermis and is vital to the skin to preserve its youth. All skin types can be dehydrated even those who have oily or combination skin. There are many ways to tell when your skin is dehydrated: If your skin is dull or without glow, rough to touch, lacks elasticity and suppleness, feels taut or uncomfortable or is irritable and reactive you may be dehydrated. If your skin is dehydrated try the effective combination of GM Collin's Hydramucine Concentrate and Optimal Gel or Cream.


When skin is dry, it means it is lacking sebum (oils) as well as water. Sebum is a key oil in the skin's natural protective coating and is essential to lock in moisture. An equilibrium in water and sebum is fundamental to healthy skin! Dry skin can be flaky, chapped, peeling, tight and irritated. There are many ways that skin can become dry. Weather often plays a large factor, as do health issues, improper skin care and genetics. Luckily there are many products that can help relieve taut, dry skin. Try using GM Collin's Lipiad with the Nutriderm Cream from GM Collin or Yonka's signature Yonka Serum or Le Baume for the face.


Sincerely,
Skindulgence
Written by Heather MacIntosh

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