Did you know that according to dermatological studies: Dry skin is skin that has a high chance of facing premature skin aging if not taken care of carefully. So what causes dry skin to age prematurely? How to choose anti aging moisturizer for dry skin. Let's learn about this topic with Dermalogica in this article now!
What causes dry skin to easily age?
Before going into understanding the causes of aging in dry skin. We need to understand clearly, what is skin aging?
What is skin aging?
Aging is an inevitable process of the body. However, depending on the body and objective factors such as nutrition, exercise, exogenous factors, etc., the aging rate will be different for each person. So with people of the same age. There are people who will look older, and there are people who will look younger.
Skin aging is a decline in skin function. As we get older, the number of cells in our skin tends to decrease. At the same time, elastin and collagen fibers - which have the function of creating elasticity and firmness for the skin - also gradually lose their elasticity. This leads to wrinkles starting to form, skin sagging and dehydration. Signs of aging will appear earliest in the facial muscle areas that express emotions. Like the corners of the eyes, forehead, smile lines...
In addition to the above manifestations, skin aging is also expressed in the following signs:
- The skin on the jaw line overlaps and a double chin appears.
- The skin at the corners of the mouth sags.
- The temples are more sunken.
- Cheeks tend to be flat, cheekbones are not clearly visible.
- The face is less defined.
Causes of dry aging skin
Before we get into why dry skin needs to use anti-aging moisturizer. Let's learn about the reasons why dry skin will age prematurely!
Dry skin is skin that has two main problems: lack of water and lack of moisture
- Lack of water: This is a condition where the amount of water needed in the skin epidermis is not enough. Causes skin cells to lack water and become rough. This is the cause of peeling and burning sensation on the surface of dry skin.
- Lack of moisture: The cause of lack of moisture lies in the damaged natural skin protective membrane. The skin's natural protective membrane is formed by two main components: protein and lipid (fat). The skin's protective layer is damaged, causing the necessary amount of moisture on the skin's surface to be insufficient (the amount of water on the skin evaporates).
Dehydration and lack of moisture cause the skin to become drier and more sensitive. The result of this condition is the appearance of wrinkles. In addition, the natural skin protective barrier is weakened, allowing harmful external factors such as dirt, pollution, bacteria, and sunlight to easily penetrate and form free radicals. Free radicals are the root cause of premature aging.
Why does dry skin need to use anti-aging moisturizer?
Moisturizer besides hydrating the skin, this product also acts as a protective barrier for the skin. The ingredients in anti-aging moisturizers will help strengthen the skin's natural protective barrier. Thanks to this main use, the skin will be provided with enough water and healthy. This is especially necessary and important if you have dry and sensitive skin.
For the above reasons, using moisturizer every day is essential. However, with each skin condition, the need for moisture and hydration will be different. Therefore, you need to choose a moisturizing product that is suitable for your skin.
How to choose anti-aging moisturizer products
Here are some notes that you need to consider when choosing a moisturizer for dry skin:
- Ingredients: A good anti-aging moisturizer needs to ensure hydrating and moisturizing ingredients. Some moisturizing ingredients: skin care oils, ceramides... Moisturizing ingredients can include: glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, aloe vera gel...
- Product texture: For dry, severely peeling skin. Creams with a thick texture will provide better results. On the contrary, if your skin is dry but you have acne problems. Choose for yourself products that have a liquid structure and are easier to absorb.
Moisturizing is an essential step that needs to be done every day. If you want healthy, beautiful and youthful skin, you cannot ignore the combination of mask application in your skin care routine. Here, Dermalogica suggests to you how effective the Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque is through the following article.
Dermalogica Super Rich Repair anti-aging moisturizer
Dermalogica Super Rich Repair is a cream product with an intensive formula for dry skin. Super Rich Repair is a moisturizer product in the AGE Smart anti-aging product line. Super Rich Repair effectively restores dry skin and fights premature aging. Let's find out what's special about the main ingredients in Super Rich Repair!
Main ingredients and uses of Super Rich Repair
- Arginine/Lysine Polypeptide: are two "powerful" peptides that smooth and do not contain acid. Peptide helps stimulate protein production - this is one of the two main ingredients in the natural skin protective layer. Thanks to that, this ingredient provides effective skin recovery.
- Glycerin is an important ingredient that helps hydrate dry skin
- Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)...: Oils in Super Rich Repair Acts as a membrane to help prevent water loss in the skin epidermis. At the same time, prevent harmful agents from attacking the skin.
- Genistein (active Isoflavonoid extracted from Soybeans) and Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E): These are substances that have the ability to fight free radicals. At the same time, these active ingredients help stimulate the production of collagen and Hyaluronic Acid, bringing elasticity to the skin.
- Colloidal Oatmeal, Avena Sativa (Oat extracts): these two ingredients play a role in soothing the skin and reducing irritation on dry skin.
- Madecassoside (active ingredient extracted from Gotu kola): this is an active ingredient with strong anti-inflammatory properties but is very safe for sensitive or damaged skin.
Suitable skin type
Super Rich Repair is a heavy-duty anti-aging moisturizer that is suitable for dry, dehydrated skin types.
How to use
Super Rich Repair cream will be used as the last step in the skin care cycle. We take a sufficient amount of cream. Then apply the cream evenly on the face and neck area. Note, we apply the cream from the inside out and upward.
Use Super Rich Repair once or twice a day depending on your skin's needs. And especially, if you want to increase skin hydration before sun protection. You can use this moisturizer before the Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50 sunscreen. In addition, readers can learn more about the Dermalogica Prisma Protect daytime moisturizing sunscreen line. Is it good ? Here.
Dermalogica hopes with the information in this article. You now have a broader perspective on moisturizing your skin. To prevent skin aging, we do not need to immediately choose strong active ingredients such as: retinol, tretinoin... Just choose for yourself a suitable anti-aging moisturizer product. If so, you can help restore your skin and slow down the aging process. Listen to your skin's voice!