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How to hydrate your skin the right way

How to HYDRATE Your Skin the Right Way

Written by Derma Health

Keeping skin hydrated is not only a concern for the winter; there is a difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin, and the latter can be improved with a regular, cyclical routine. Dry skin is usually a symptom of either the weather or genetics, characterized by flakiness, dullness in color and often itchiness. Dehydrated skin may often result in itchiness and roughness, but it also shows a loss of elasticity. If you were to pinch anywhere on your skin and notice it does not bounce back right away, your skin may be dehydrated.

Just as the rest of your body may become dehydrated, your skin is affected by a lack of moisture in the same way. This can be remedied in a few simple steps that can be added to your skincare routine, as well as by learning more about your skin type and the best way to care for it all year long.

The Three-Step Formula

A proper skincare hydration routine should contain three steps, for most skin types. When paired with an appropriate cleanser, your skin’s hydration is optimized with a cycle of toner, serum and moisturizer on a twice-daily basis. Many men and women choose one method for moisturizing and miss out on the well-rounded results they can find with a routine that promotes the health and hydration of their skin. You can enjoy truly healthy and glowing skin with this May skin tip!

Toner

Most of us know toner as a protective follow-up to cleansers, removing any extra dirt from the day while treating acne and shrinking large pores. However, toner also has hydrating qualities, as it helps to bind moisture to your skin. Ensuring your skin is clean, free of excess oils and prepared to accept the benefits of moisturizer and serum is essential in ensuring true hydration and skin health.

Serum

Serums may be used for many purposes, including anti-aging, but no matter the specific target, serums are extremely beneficial in improving the hydration of your skin. Again, true hydration goes deeper than merely providing topical moisture to your skin. Serum helps to activate collagen production in your skin cells, reduce redness and irritation, and brighten your skin overall. They are meant for boosting your skin’s general health, improving its functions, including its natural ability to hydrate.

Moisturizer

Of course, moisturizer is essential in improving your skin’s hydration and giving you that natural, supple glow that leaves your skin looking young and fresh. Moisturizers range in function and vary depending on your skin type; they may contain sun protection or be formulated for anti-aging purposes. No matter the case, moisturizing in the morning and before bed works to even your skin tone, reduce dryness and redness and, of course, improve hydration beneath the surface.

What’s right for YOUR skin?

Learning more about your skin type and goals is essential in choosing products that will help you achieve health and hydration. When you contact Derma Health for a custom skin evaluation, you will be able to meet with a dermatologist who will help you learn about the best formulas for treating your own conditions. For the most success in your three-step hydrating cycle, you must know specifically which products are best for you. Call the Derma Health Institute today at 602.903.1320 or visit us at dhiskin.com/12news, to schedule your initial consultation and begin your journey toward a healthier you!

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