DRY, SUN-WEARY, AND PEELING SKIN - HOW TO TAKE CARE OF IT?
The days are getting shorter and the heat has given way to crisp autumn mornings. As well as changes in the weather, you may notice some differences in your skin. Skin hydration levels change with the seasons and many skin conditions are related to temperature and humidity.
The skin’s role is to protect the body from harmful external mechanical agents such as UV radiation, infection by micro-organisms, temperature, chemicals, and water evaporation. The most important protection is provided by the epidermis, which is made up of epidermal cells and lipids. If this protective function of our barrier is weakened, there is increased evaporation of water and drying of the skin, which is visible as fine skin peeling.
SUNBATHING, CHLORINE, AND SALT TAKE THEIR TOLL
SUNBATHING, CHLORINE, AND SALT TAKE THEIR TOLL
In summer, sweating and the amount of sebum secreted by the sebaceous glands increase. It should also be remembered that exposure to the sun, chlorinated water, and chemical additives in various creams and make-ups can provoke changes in the skin. The combination of these factors damages the skin’s protective layer. As it cannot regulate its moisture, redness, scaling, and itching occur. Dry skin is often sensitive and prone to premature aging. Cracked and dry skin is also a common accompaniment of inflammatory or skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis. With the help of proper skincare, it is important to bring the skin back into balance and erase the unwanted traces of summer.
Water loss needs to be constantly replaced, especially by the fluids you drink. Some water is ingested with food, some are produced when nutrients are metabolised in the body. For basic physiological needs, an average of 2-3 liters per day should be sufficient for an adult, and 1 liter per day for children.
EXFOLIATION INCREASES SKIN RADIANCE
The first step is to gently exfoliate the skin to remove dead skin cells, excess oils, toxins, and dirt. The scrub helps to stimulate blood flow and thus the regeneration of our skin. After this, it is more receptive to further care and the ingredients can infiltrate the skin more easily.
HIGH AMOUNT OF HUMIDIFICATION
The next step is to use products that intensively moisturise the skin, which is very important when dry skin occurs. When caring for dry skin, choose products that contain the following ingredients:
ALOE VERA:
Aloe vera is known for its moisturising, soothing and regenerating effect. It is rich in polysaccharides which provide intense hydration and give it a gel-like texture. Minerals, enzymes, amino acids, and vitamins provide the skin with important nutrients for the growth of new, healthy tissue, thus accelerating skin renewal.
HYALURONIC ACID:
Hyaluronic acid is an integral part of the skin and can bind up to 1000 times its weight in water. It contributes to the intense hydration of the skin, making it more supple, toned, and smooth.
SKIN REGENERATION
Research shows that ACTIVE OXYGEN plays an important role in skin regeneration. Oxygen deficiency at the cellular level can lead to disturbances in the process of cell defense and regeneration.
The active form of oxygen enters cell cycles and raises the energy potential of the cell. It also enters the mitochondria, which is essential for protein formation processes through a wide range of biochemical reactions. The new proteins are then incorporated into the cell, allowing it to recover more quickly.
ADDITION OF A FATTY PHASE
Although hydration is very important for skin hydration, it is the lipids that regulate the water content of the skin. Applying the right lipids has an ‘occlusive effect’, which means that it prevents water from evaporating through the skin and stimulates its passage from the lower to the upper layers of the skin. Natural oils such as olive oil, avocado oil, almond oil, and jojoba oil can be used for this purpose. You can also use a light emulsion – a combination of a light lotion and vegetable oil.
