The Dry Skin Edit: How to Tell if you Have Dry Skin & How to Treat it with Skincare

As the colder months come around, many begin to suffer from dry skin. Experiencing dry skin can be irritating and uncomfortable. Pomp, licensed estheticians give insight into how to tell if you have dry skin, and what you can do about it...

How to Tell if You Have Dry Skin

Though it can feel like you are suffering from dry skin, how can you if you actually have dry skin?

Here are some signs and symptoms that mean you may be suffering from dry skin...

• Makeup looks dry and cakey

• Flaky

• Itchiness

• Tight, rough texture

• Smaller pores

• May accentuate wrinkles

Many clients of estheticians will complain about how their dry skin affects them. From cakey makeup, wrinkly textures, and tightness even after using a hydrating moisturizer. Itchiness tends to be the most common complaint. Especially if the client has been using stronger ingredients in their skincare.

How to Treat Dry Skin with Skincare

Dry skin can often lead to self-consciousness and frustration. With holiday parties on the horizon, feeling insecure about your skin is not desirable.

According to licensed estheticians, here are skincare ingredients that are beneficial to dry skin...

• Ceramides

• Peptides

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin E

• Glycolic acid

• Lactic acid

• Hyaluronic acid

Lactic acids are often refreshing to the skin. It restores hydration and softness. Ceramides and cholesterol are great for replenishing the skin barrier. It also helps to protect the skin from further discomfort.

It is important to note that some ingredients may sting upon application. Especially is the skin barrier is stripped.

Overall, dry skin is frustrating but 100% treatable. To start your customized skincare journey, connect with a Pomp, licensed esthetician here.