If you have dry skin, the right skin care regimen is essential to not only the look of your skin but also the feel of it. Dry skin can feel rather uncomfortable if not properly cared for as your skin feels tight, especially when you know it could feel different! Since dry skin is not able to maintain hydration properly, that means that it can take some extra steps to make sure you are not only giving it effective levels of moisture but also that you are protecting it even more. Dry and sensitive skin often times go hand in hand, so take the time to create a day and night skincare routine for your unique skincare needs.
Here are some of the best steps to include your day and night skincare routine for dry skin:
Hydrating cleanser
Many cleansers out there actually strip the skin of its natural oils and can stress out the skin barrier. Rather than using a harsh cleanser, opt for a hydrating cleanser that is effective but also gives your skin a boost while cleaning and protecting it. Ideally, your skin should not feel tight after cleansing (or any tighter than you may normally feel with dry skin.
Apply a nourishing face oil
Nourishing face oil helps to add extra hydration to the skin. Not to mention, it is soothing to apply and when you press it into your skin it can help your skin absorb all the rest of the ingredients you applied previously as well. Be sure to not drag your fingers across your skin but press in and if you do any movement, make it upwards! You can find beautiful options available from the Blue Lagoon face products. Something to consider is having a lighter oil to use to during the day and a heavier one for night.
Toner for dry skin
After cleansing, prep your skin for all the next steps with an alcohol-free toner applied gently with either your hands or a cotton round. A hydrating toner is the best option for dry skin because it gives the skin a boost and helps to restore the PH of your skin after cleansing.
Moisturizer
Moisturizer is a step that you never want to skip, especially when you have dry skin. Ingredients to look for in a moisturizer are ceramides and glycerin because they will help to plump your skin and will soak nicely into the skin. While some toners say to apply moisturizer on once the toner dries, those with dry skin particularly may find it beneficial to apply moisturizer while the skin is still damp to help with absorption.
SPF, always!
SPF is always important, and since dry skin is prone to sensitivity and redness, it is really something you want to be sure you always have on and reapply as needed.
You can also can also add an eye serum for the under-eye area, as that area is very delicate and prone to dryness. Also, when the skin is particularly dry, you can apply an overnight mask for an extra treatment. It is all about staying in tune with your skin and adjusting as necessary to accommodate its current needs since many things can impact your skin such as your health, hydration, stress, environment, and more.
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