It's important to understand that our skin can be water dry (hyaluronic acid) or oil dry (lipids). It is usually common for younger skin to be more water dry and as we age our lipid production slows down and we become oil dry too. Dry skin is common as we age. Using thick heavy creams to cure dry skin can give the sensation that your skin is moisture or hydrated. However, this is often a false sense of comfort and will actually slow down your skin’s natural sebum production as it believes it already has enough. You By Sia has a number of cures for dry skin.
Dry skin can be caused by factors such genetics, diet, as lack of nutrient delivery, dehydration, inflammation and overuse of chemicals, or exfoliants. These cause the skin to become dehydrated through removal or impairing the skin natural moisture barrier, the epidermal barrier.
It's important to understand that our skin can be water dry, mended by an infusion of hyaluronic acid, or oil dry mended by an infusion of lipids. So before seeking out a dry skin treatment, it is best to work out the cause first. It is usually common for younger skin to be more water dry, and as we age our lipid production slows down and we become oil dry, too.
Increasing your diet with omegas and essential fatty acids will help, however our skin is usually the last organ to receive anything.
Using thick heavy creams to give the sensation that your skin is moisture or hydrated, is just a false sense of comfort and will actually slow down your skin natural sebum production as it believes it has plenty. That's why when you wash your face, your skin feels dry unless you place that heavy cream back on. If you really want your skin to maintain and replenish its hydration and moisture, you need to be using a highly concentrated active ingredient cosmeceutical skincare. Call or go online and book in for a one on one skin consultation with one of our skin professionals and start your journey towards beautiful healthy skin.
Treatment | Price | LUXE VIP |
---|---|---|
Moisture Intensive LED Facial | $129 | Save 30% |