Dry Skin

A type of skin that produces less sebum than normal skin. Dry skin lacks the lipids it requires to maintain moisture and build a defensive barrier against external influences as a result of the absence of sebum. This leads to an impaired function of the barrier.

CAUSES

• Lack of natural moisturizing factors (NMFs) that contribute to water binding, especially urea, amino acids and lactic acid.

• Lack of epidermal lipids because ceramides, fatty acids and cholesterol are necessary to act as a safe skin barrier.

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HOW TO IDENTIFY ?

•  Feel tight

• Brittle

• Rough

• Look dull

•  Low skin elasticity

• Possible itchiness