Dry skin produces less oil and often needs richer textures, while dehydrated skin lacks water and can affect any skin type. Many people have a bit of both.
Dry vs dehydrated
Dry skin is a skin type, and usually needs richer moisturisers and oils. Dehydrated skin is a temporary state that benefits from water-binding ingredients such as hyaluronic acid.
What to use
- Layer humectants and emollients. Hydrators draw water in, while ceramides and rich creams help hold it there.
- Night creams: Oskia Bedtime Beauty Cream, Verso Night Cream and Votary Super Seed Nutrient Cream.
- Oils to seal it in: Votary Super Seed Facial Oil and Oskia Restoration Oil, as a last step at night.
- Cleanse gently. Cream, milk and balm textures are less likely to leave skin tight than foaming formulas.
Applying products to slightly damp skin can help. Browse the dry skin collection and dryness and dehydration.
Dry skin: frequently asked questions
What is the difference between dry and dehydrated skin?
Dry skin is a skin type that produces less oil, while dehydrated skin lacks water and can affect any skin type.
Which ingredients are best for dry skin?
Common choices are hyaluronic acid, glycerin, ceramides, squalane and nourishing plant oils.
Should I use a face oil on dry skin?
Many people like a face oil as the last step at night, over serum and moisturiser, to help seal everything in.