Skin Care for Dry Skin

The best skin care products for dry skin contain emollients and humectants that replenish and lock in moisture and prevent water loss. Deeply hydrating ingredients like aloe vera, shea butter, rose water, and hyaluronic acid are excellent solutions that can be found in many Garnier dry skin products such as Micellar Cleansing Water with Hyaluronic Acid and Aloe. Try to include one or more of these moisturizing ingredients in all your face products for dry skin so your skin care routine is fully attuned to your skin’s needs. And never forget to apply an SPF moisturizer before you go outside!

While dry skin is not a direct cause of fine lines and wrinkles, it does tend to make your skin look more crepey, dull, and less supple. In other words, dry skin can accentuate any existing wrinkles because it’s depleted of the oils that make skin soft and plump. Lightweight day creams and more intensive night moisturizers for dry skin work to keep a good balance that blurs fine lines and minimizes the appearance of wrinkles.

Thankfully, the outward signs of dehydrated skin are relatively easy to spot. Your skin may feel taut, itchy, and generally uncomfortable. You might see patches of redness or irritation. Certain areas can feel rough to the touch, like around the eyebrows or on the chin and cheeks. In more extreme cases, dry skin can start flaking and become cracked. If you suspect your skin is dehydrated, you can also do a quick test by gently pinching a section of your cheek. If the skin doesn’t bounce back quickly, chances are your skin is craving hydration.