Makeup Articles - Dry Skin - What’s Your Skin type !

Today the term ’skin type’ is something of an anathema. We all know that our skin can change - from greasy one day to dry the next (depending on fluctuating hormones and outside factors like the weather), and that we need to change our skincare routine accordingly. Dry skin tends to age quickly and can be flaky. Although its pores are barely visible, and sebum production is minimal, the idea that dry skin suffers no break-outs is a myth.

Most people try to combat dry skin by saturating it with oil - not the best plan if you realize that dry skin is actually thirsty. What it needs is a regular supply of water (taken internally) as well as a boost by using the right face creams.

Because we lose about 600 ml (1 pint) of body fluid a day through epidermal evaporation, those with dry skin should ensure that they drink at least eight glasses of water a day. In particular, air conditioning and wind exposure aggravate dry skin, so make sure you always wear a protective moisturizer. Cream cleansers are best for dry skin, as water-soluble products tend to exacerbate the problem. As well as moisturizing religiously twice a day, an occasional intensive night treatment will boost your daily routine (skin absorbs active ingredients best when you are asleep).

Choosing the right make-up is key to disguising dry skin: while powder products will stick in every crease and crevice and make your face look like a road map, oil-based products (with ingredients such as silicones) will glide on easily without cracking.