Dry skin
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Dry skin is a skin type that produces less sebum than normal skin. Due to the lack of sebum, dry skin lacks the lipids it needs to retain moisture and form a protective barrier against external aggressors. This leads to disruption of barrier function.
Dry skin is characterized by a smooth matte surface and does not shine; has small, almost imperceptible pores, the level of skin moisture is very low, and poor blood supply.
Such skin feels discomfort and tightness after washing. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and climate changes, so areas of irritation and peeling most often appear in the cheeks and forehead. On dry skin, wrinkles around the eyes appear first. In this skin type, the loss of elasticity and the aging process occur faster and more noticeably than in other skin types.
This type of skin requires delicate care, so you shouldn’t get carried away with deep cleansing products; it’s enough to use them once a week. Dry skin urgently needs additional hydration (products that retain moisture in the skin and those that promote hydration) and active nutrition. Supplements with lecithin, polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), and vitamins will help improve the condition of dry skin.
Dry skin (xerosis) exists in varying degrees of severity and in various forms that are not always clearly distinguishable. Dry skin affects significantly more women than men, and with age, all skin becomes drier. Problems associated with dry skin are very common, accounting for 40% of visits to dermatologists.