How to recognize dry skin?
Are your pores almost invisible, while your complexion remains dull? The arrival of winter and the cold sound the appearance of scabs? Have you experienced tightness in the epidermis since you were a child? Look no further, it is related to your skin type. You have dry skin.
It does not produce enough fatty substances to renew the hydrolipidic film, a real player in the protection of external aggressions. However, note that dry skin can also become dehydrated. Its drought remains a permanent state.
Excessive air conditioning, stress or alcohol abuse are factors in your skin’s dehydration. She is thirsty and reacts accordingly. Your pores dilate in some places, you secrete more sebum, imperfections appear on your face, you experience tightness after cleaning it, or when you set foot outside.
However, this state remains temporary. Your skin needs to be hydrated to regain its suppleness.
How to moisturize your skin on a daily basis?
Correct cleaning is essential. Every day yes, but not too much: forget the endless baths in very hot water. Choose a moderate temperature for a quick shower with pH-balanced, soap-free and fragrance-free cleansers.
Reduce your intake of sugary drinks and caffeine, so that you drink at least 1.5 liters of water daily. Vegetables, fruits, nuts and even legumes are allies for the health of your skin.
Finally, protect your skin with sunscreen, with an index greater than 30.
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