Oily, dehydrated facial skin is the first sign that there is not enough moisture in the cells. A salvation for oily, dehydrated skin will be a special approach that will help solve the problem, as a result of which the feeling of tightness, redness, blackheads, discomfort, mild itching will disappear, fine wrinkles will smooth out, and elasticity will return.
There is an opinion that dryness and dehydration are the same thing. This statement is fundamentally incorrect. Experts call skin "dry" when it doesn't produce enough sebum to lubricate and protect it. In turn, the dehydrated dermis suffers from a lack of moisture. Although dryness and dehydration often go together, they should be treated differently.
Why does oily skin dehydrate?
There can be many common reasons for dehydration of oily skin: poorly chosen diet, exhausting exercise. But most often, regular use of aggressive skincare products leads to dehydration of the epidermis.
Our body loses fluid constantly: through evaporation, sweating, excretion, as a result of the work of internal organs and cellular processes. Add to this the loss of moisture due to central heating, air cooling, air travel, sports, hot climates and air conditioning - and you have quite a large volume of fluid required for daily replenishment.
Greater physical activity and intense training increase these losses. The human body can also lose moisture due to certain diseases and taking certain medications.
Any skin type can face this problem. When the body lacks fluid, it is immediately reflected in the appearance; the dermis becomes dry, dull and tight, and may begin to peel off. Very often, dehydrated skin is compared to a desert, which is quite fair, because cells lose one of their main components - water. Because of this, the epidermis becomes thinner and the complexion becomes dull.
What measures to take first?
Problems with dry skin affect not only the appearance: the face flakes and itches, small cracks appear on it, from which in severe cases even blood is released. To restore proper moisture content, pay attention to how you shower:
- Avoid prolonged water procedures, limiting the time to 5-10 minutes. If you like to soak in the bath, you will have to give up the habit.
- Do not wash with hot water, otherwise you will worsen your condition. Warm jets will be more beneficial for inflamed skin.
- Avoid using soap and replace it with a mild, unscented gel.
- After water procedures, do not rub your face with a towel, but remove excess moisture by blotting.
After bathing, immediately apply moisturizer, because it will be more effective than lotions or newfangled moisturizers. Pay attention to the composition: you need a product with olive, jojoba or shea oil. Components that help restore dry skin also include the following substances:
- lactic acid;
- glycerol;
- hyaluronic acid;
- dimecton;
- Lazolin.
Pay attention to the care products you use on a regular basis. After all, even from owners of once oily skin you can hear: “I dried out my face, and now it’s peeling!” Overly aggressive procedures cause the skin to lose moisture, so avoid products containing alcohol, menthol, mint, and citrus extracts. You will need gentle products with a minimum of flavors and preservatives, without retinoids.
Do not forget to apply sun protection products on time, and the filter should be 30 or higher. Not only will you notice that your skin begins to retain moisture better, but you will also prevent the formation of early wrinkles. Also, stay away from heat sources and use humidifiers: the situation should improve within a few weeks.
Watch the video in which a dermatologist will talk about other important aspects that owners of dry skin need to know:
Symptoms of oily, dehydrated skin
If you have oily skin, signs of dehydration may not be as noticeable as if you have dry skin. This is a temporary or permanent condition of the dermis that can affect anyone and is characterized by certain symptoms. Below you can read the main ones:
- Peeling on the forehead, in the eye area, chin, wings of the nose;
- A feeling of tightness, while the skin becomes shiny and inflamed;
- Enlarged flabby pores;
- Dull complexion;
- During the day, dehydrated skin absorbs moisture from foundation applied to it. As a result, makeup comes off in spots;
- Loss of skin elasticity and firmness;
- Dry mouth, dry lips;
- Rare urination, dark urine;
- General fatigue, lack of appetite;
This is exactly how dehydration of the facial skin manifests itself, provoked by dry air, cold, scorching sun and heating appliances.
If you or someone you know has signs of severe dehydration, you should consult a doctor immediately. This condition is life-threatening, but can be quickly treated.
Don't despair if you find yourself with characteristic traits. Such a problem as dehydration of oily facial skin can be solved by a set of daily measures and the use of cosmetics, with which you can correct the situation even without the help of cosmetologists.
Important nuances of care: what you need to know
When choosing a product for cleansing, pay attention to the composition: the formula often includes sodium or ammonium lauryl sulfate. This ingredient removes impurities and oil, but at the same time deprives the skin of water due to its aggressive action. If you use a similar product and then apply a moisturizer, you will only neutralize the harmful effects of lauryl sulfate. For effective care, choose soft products that provide equally deep cleansing: the lines from Renee Rouleau, recommended by Allure Magazine, have proven themselves well.
Is it possible to use soap if you choose an expensive product with added moisturizing ingredients? In no case! Let them assure you that the exclusive soap was brought from France, where Parisian beauties wash their faces with it every day. The components used as a base will invariably be aggressive, and their effect will be detrimental to overdried skins.
To properly moisturize your skin, it is important not to leave your skin without protective products. The interval between washing and applying toner should not exceed 1 minute, otherwise moisture loss cannot be avoided. If you perform evening procedures, do not neglect the night cream: at night, recovery processes are accelerated, and the skin absorbs beneficial substances faster.
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Oily dehydrated dermis
Oily, dehydrated skin, unlike dry skin, has overly enlarged and clogged pores and comedones. There are times when, even when moisturized with cosmetics, dry, oily skin still retains signs of dehydration.
Caring for oily, dehydrated skin using folk remedies:
- Dilute white clay (fifty grams) with water to a thick consistency, then pour tea tree oil (three drops) and olive oil (fifteen milliliters) into it. Apply a thick layer to your face and leave for 15 minutes.
- Beat the chicken protein well, add melted honey (thirty milliliters), tea tree oil (one drop) and squeeze lemon juice (ten milliliters). Apply the mask to your face with massage movements. Exposure time – 5 minutes.
- In equal proportions, combine natural yogurt with oatmeal (fifty grams each). After distributing the product over your face, give it a light massage. This cleansing mask is perfect for everyday use.
- Pre-prepare and cool the chamomile-based decoction. Pour rose water (forty-five milliliters) and lemon juice (fifteen milliliters) into it. The finished emulsion is used as a tonic for oily dermis of the face.
Home remedies will not only moisturize oily, dehydrated facial skin, but also cleanse and tighten pores, eliminate inflammatory processes, normalize the hydrolipid balance, and also make the skin tone uniform and fresh.
Signs of dehydrated skin
At one time or another in her life, every woman, even one who carefully takes care of herself, may face the problem of moisture loss. There are a number of external signs by which you can independently make a “disappointing diagnosis” and adjust your care for a dehydrated face:
- gray, dull color;
- dryness, flabbiness and roughness to the touch;
- areas of constant peeling appear that do not disappear even after using the cream;
- the skin loses elasticity, small wrinkles appear;
- redness, enlarged pores;
- feeling of almost constant discomfort, tightness and itching.
To accurately determine exactly the lack of moisture in the epidermis, perform this simple test. In the evening, you need to wash your face and not apply any cosmetics (cream, serum). If after a night's sleep in the morning the skin is dry, flaky and tight, this is definitely dehydration.
Homemade masks made from natural products
Like all types of facial skin, dry skin requires special care. Skin deprived of moisture is sensitive, and switching to soft natural products will be a good solution. Try the following masks:
- Avocado pulp contains a lot of oils, which explains its high calorie content. In your case, the substances will relieve irritation and provide moisture, so puree half of the ripe fruit and add ¼ cup of honey. Make a mask and let it sit for 10 minutes, then remove any residue.
- Grapes contain a large amount of moisture, which is so necessary for the skin. Wash the berries, cut them in half and puree them. Then add a little flour to prevent the mask from spreading. Apply the mixture to your face, cover it with a paper towel and wait 20 minutes. Immediately after washing, use your favorite moisturizer to seal the effect.
- Natural baby oil helps restore not only the skin of babies. Mix it with homemade mayonnaise (1:2), apply to face and neck. The exposure time will be 20 minutes, after which the mixture is washed off with warm water.
- Cucumber , mostly liquid, is suitable for use on both oily and dry skin. This will allow you to use it when the problem is caused by overly aggressive care: beauties, wanting to get rid of clogged pores in the T-zone, begin to treat it heavily. As a result, the skin becomes partially dry, while the sebaceous glands on the rest of the skin continue to work intensively. To restore facial skin, grind the cucumber into puree, add homemade sour cream and make a mask for 20 minutes.
- Banana contains vitamins that are so necessary for damaged skin. It’s worth adding 1 tsp to the fruit pulp. honey, and it will have an antibacterial and restorative effect, allowing you to heal cracks. Mix the ingredients, add 1 tsp. homemade yogurt and apply the resulting mask. Let it dry, then wash off the residue.
When making masks with dairy products, do not use store-bought yogurt or mayonnaise: a large number of preservatives and flavorings will be harmful.
At home, we recommend treating your skin and body as a whole with a mixture of avocado and coconut milk, which can be taken internally as a cocktail and applied to the face as a mask. Watch the video for more details:
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