The Ultimate Skincare Routine For Dry Skin
Beginning a skincare routine for dry skin requires gentle cleansers that will safely dissolve makeup, SPF and impurities without stripping it of its natural moisture balance. Consider selecting balm or oil formulations to cleanse effectively yet without stripping skin’s natural oils away.
Moisturize with a blend of emollients, humectants, and occlusives that lock in skin’s natural moisture levels – like our Quench weightless gel cream that unlocks aquaporins to increase hydration by 2.3X!
Moisturize
Dry skin cannot produce enough oil to hydrate itself, leaving you feeling tight and uncomfortable. There are many ways you can help make it more comfortable and healthy – starting with hydration: drinking lots of water, using gentle cleansers containing moisturizing ingredients, or adding hyaluronic acid serum into your routine to lock in the moisture.
After cleansing, use a moisturizer designed for dry skin. Our Ultra Facial Cream contains hyaluronic acid – which acts like a sponge by drawing moisture to your skin and plumping up its appearance – plus shea butter and avocado oil, both known for providing essential nourishment to dry patches of skin.
A great moisturizer should also contain glycerin, which attracts and holds water onto your skin. When selecting your product, be sure it is fragrance- and paraben-free so as to not cause skin irritation. You could also incorporate facial oils like our Avocado Nourishing Facial Oil into your routine for additional hydration; our Avocado Nourishing Facial Oil absorbs quickly into skin for enhanced nourishment of dry patches of skin.
Consider adding a face mask to your routine for added soothing and hydration benefits. Our best-selling Avocado Nourishing Hydration Mask features a creamy formula designed to comfort, de-puff, and brighten skin while remaining free from fragrance, parabens, and sulfates which may cause irritation.
Avoid products that could irritate dry skin, such as alcohol-based toners and astringents or too much benzoyl peroxide. If using any product with active ingredients such as this one, only apply it on your skin surface and rinse off thoroughly with warm water afterwards.
Avoid long, hot showers or baths which could rob your skin of its essential lipids and lead to further dryness.
Cleanse
When caring for dry skin, the key to effective skincare should be keeping things as straightforward and gentle as possible. You want to avoid products that could aggravate or worsen its condition; in addition to following a regimen consisting of cleansing, toning, hydrating and moisturizing steps.
At the start of any skincare routine, cleansing should be your number one priority. A rich, creamy cleanser is ideal for those with dry skin as it helps rehydrate their complexion while warding off future dehydration. When selecting cleansers that contain no preservatives, mineral oils, perfumes or any harsh ingredients that might irritate skin sensitivity – look out for cleaners free from preservatives, mineral oils or perfumes as these could potentially irritate.
Perfect Canvas Clean Jelly Oil Cleanser is an excellent solution for dry skin as it gently removes makeup, dirt, and other impurities without stripping the complexion of its natural moisture barrier. Additionally, this product contains beneficial ingredients like sunflower seed oil and meadow seed oil to combat future dehydration.
After washing and rinsing your face, it is crucial to follow with an alcohol-free toner to restore pH balance after cleansing. You can either use cotton pads to apply or spray onto skin for application – look for one containing soothing ingredients such as Aloe Vera Leaf Juice or White Willow Bark Extract as these can help combat breakouts and blemishes effectively.
After toning your complexion, it is time to moisturize. Select products rich in hydrating ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid or Glycerin that will lock in moisture for soft, supple skin that feels amazing! Additionally, be sure to protect it with broad spectrum sunscreens with physical sunblocking ingredients like Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide rather than chemical filters like Oxybenzone which have been linked with health concerns and carry high hazard ratings on Environmental Working Group databases.
Avoid taking long, hot showers and baths that could strip your skin of its natural oils and cause irritation, as these could strip away essential moisture-retaining agents that help retain hydration from within. Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated from within while considering adding an Omega-3 supplement which could further support its hydrating benefits for improved complexion health.
Exfoliate
Exfoliating is essential if you want healthy and glowing skin. Without exfoliation, dead skin cells and debris can buildup on your pores which inhibits absorption of serums and moisturizers resulting in less effective products being delivered into your system.
No matter if your skin is oily or dry, exfoliation is important. Exfoliation helps unclog pores, get rid of bacteria, and eliminate dead skin buildup – leading to clearer and brighter complexion. According to Heyday Skincare Educator Jeni Montoya. For dry skin types especially, exfoliating is even more crucial because it prevents buildup of sebum which could otherwise lead to breakouts and dull complexion.
Consistency is key when it comes to exfoliating. According to Montoya, exfoliation should occur several times each week but without overexfoliating or leaving your face red and raw. Be sure to follow instructions for your exfoliator product carefully as over-exfoliation can damage skin.
Add exfoliant to your winter skincare regimen is especially helpful, says Montoya, as the weather can leave skin feeling tight and itchy. Indoor heating systems and limited sun exposure make winter an excellent time to step up exfoliation efforts, she notes.
Your skin type dictates when and how often to exfoliate; our Skin Health Experts suggest scheduling it accordingly. If you have sensitive skin, gentle exfoliants like our Clarifying Lotion contain soothing exfoliating agents like lactic acid and fruit enzymes as well as soothing ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid for maximum benefit.
Once your skin has been exfoliated and moisturized, you’re ready to embark on your day – but remember to protect it with sunscreen! A broad spectrum sunscreen will protect against UVA/UVB rays which could otherwise harm it.
Sunscreen
Sunscreen should be an essential daily regiment, particularly for dry skin types as it protects them from both sunburn and long-term damage like wrinkles, dark spots, and loss of elasticity. When selecting a lotion or gel that contains both SPF protection and moisturizing ingredients like shea butter, grape-seed oil, aloe vera juice or hyaluronic acid it will provide optimal protection.
For optimal results in diminishing fine lines and wrinkles, look for eye creams containing peptides, antioxidants, and firming ingredients to address this sensitive area. Such creams help minimize puffy eyes while dark circles diminish for an appearance of tighter skin.
Moisturizing your dry skin is also crucial, so choose clean skincare products containing hydrating ingredients like vitamin C serums, hyaluronic acid and shea butter to keep your complexion nourished all day long without feeling heavy or greasy. These lightweight creams quickly soak into the skin to provide continuous hydration without feeling sticky or heavy on your complexion.
Sunscreen should be part of every skincare routine; even those with dry complexions. There are various options available when it comes to sunscreen; find one that works for you by choosing from lotion, gel, spray or stick varieties and make sure you reapply your sunscreen throughout the day if you plan to spend time outdoors.
While it can seem intimidating to create a skincare regimen specifically tailored for dry skin, rest assured that following these steps will keep your complexion looking and feeling its best. So if you want to say goodbye to tight, flaky skin and hello hydrated and plump complexion, start your new regimen today! Be patient as your body takes time adjusting; but with time and the appropriate products your complexion will soon look and feel amazing – good luck!