a look into dry skin

Look in the mirror, do your follicles appear small can you hardly see them? Does your skin have a hard time producing oil and the tendency to be sensitive? Is the texture rough and tight? If the answer is yes, then chances are you have dry skin.

Although dry skin usually doesn’t have acne issues, it definitely has its challenges. It tends to be on the sensitive side, it can appear ashy, and it can even be itchy. Exfoliants and moisture are key tips to helping dry skin. A trip to the spa every 2 to 3 months can be a great benefit. Try hydrating body treatments and microdermabrasion (deeper exfoliation) for the face and make sure to follow up with home regiments.
When dealing with dry skin, use products that add oils and retain water. When shopping for products look for keywords like: Occlusive (holds water); Emollients (lubricate and moisturize); Hydrator aka humectants (attract water); Lipids (improves hydration). Stay away from products with alcohol and high in perfumes.
For those that like natural products look for these ingredients
Essential Oils, Herbs                                                                                                                                            Foods Ingredients
Birch leaf                                                                                                                                                                 Avocado
Evening primrose                                                                                                                                                  Honey
Jasmine                                                                                                                                                                    Oatmeal
Patchouli                                                                                                                                                                  Papaya
Rose
No matter which type of product you use there are just five basic steps you need to follow morning and night. Cleanse, Tone, Exfoliate (once a week), Mask (twice a week) and Hydrate. If time and budget allow, throw in serum for extra moisture or protection. There are different types of serums on the market such as eye, lip, wrinkles, anti-aging, etc… and different ways to use them. Taking care of your skin is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. Dirt, infection, and diseases enter through the skin so keeping up on your skin game is vital to your health and besides, it looks and feels so so good.