Dry skin is a discomfort for everyone, and a proper dry skin care routine can help prevent it.
Dry skin syndrome is experienced by many people, regardless of age, gender, or where they live. This problem can be related to both individual factors and environmental conditions.
Dry skin is not always perceived as a serious medical problem, but it can cause discomfort, itching, peeling, and even more serious skin damage if left untreated. In some cases, dry skin problems can also affect a person’s self-esteem and quality of life.
The cosmetic and skin care industry around the world is working intensively on products that moisturize and restore the skin, such as moisturizers, creams, serums, and oils. In addition, dermatologists and health organizations are increasingly informing about proper skin care, especially in regions with harsh climatic conditions.
The most common causes of dry skin
Today, people are most often concerned about dry facial skin, dry and itchy skin, as well as dry body skin. In such cases, it is important to identify the causes and properly care for dry skin.
Dry skin - what are the main causes
Climate conditions:
Dry and cold climates, as well as the use of heating in winter, reduce the amount of moisture in the skin.
In hot and dry climates, the skin can lose moisture from excessive exposure to the sun and hot air.
Lifestyle factors:
Frequent use of hot water when washing, which washes away the skin's natural oils.
Excessive use of soaps or harsh chemical cleansers, which dry out the skin.
Insufficient water intake (dehydration).
Age:
With age, the skin naturally loses moisture due to a decrease in sebaceous gland activity and collagen production, which makes the skin thinner and drier.
Skin diseases and medical conditions:
Eczema (atopic dermatitis), psoriasis and other chronic skin diseases.
Medical conditions, such as diabetes, can cause dry skin.
Global Urbanization and Pollution:
Air pollution and dry indoor air caused by air conditioners or heating systems are significant factors in today's urban environment.
Dry Skin Care
Dry skin care is essential to restore and maintain skin moisture levels, reduce irritation, and prevent unpleasant symptoms such as itching and flaking. Here are the main steps to take to care for dry skin:
1. Gentle cleansing
Choose gentle, sulfate-free, natural soaps or cleansers that are free of alcohol, fragrances, or harsh chemicals. Oil- and butter-based products that moisturize the skin are ideal.
When washing, use warm water, not hot water, as hot water removes the skin’s natural oils and promotes dryness.
Don’t wash too often – once a day or even less is enough to avoid overdrying the skin.
2. Regular moisturizing
Apply moisturizer immediately after washing, while the skin is still slightly damp.
Use a thick, nourishing cream or oil. Products with the following ingredients are particularly effective - Shea butter, cocoa butter, panthenol - provide a barrier to retain moisture, as well as Oat extracts - reduce irritation and soothe the skin.
3. Environmental protection
Protect your skin from cold and wind by wearing gloves and scarves during the winter.
At home, use a humidifier to maintain optimal humidity indoors.
4. Avoiding irritants
Do not use products that contain alcohol, fragrances, artificial dyes or sulfates, as they can aggravate dryness and irritation.
Perform an allergy test if you start using a new cosmetic product, especially if your skin is sensitive.
5. Healthy lifestyle
Drink enough water to keep your body and skin hydrated.
Eat foods rich in healthy fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-6), such as salmon, avocado, nuts, and seeds.
Avoid excessive caffeine and alcohol, as they can cause dehydration.
6. Get medical help (if needed)
If dryness is severe, persistent, or accompanied by symptoms such as cracking, severe itching, or pain, consult a dermatologist. Your doctor may recommend medicated creams or ointments with ingredients such as panthenol.
Special skin care in winter
In winter, skin is especially prone to dryness, so it is especially important to:
- Use a thick moisturizing cream several times a day.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to hot water (such as a bath).
- Wear moisture-retaining gloves and use protective balms on your lips and hands.
How Natural and Holistic Cosmetics Can Help Dry Skin
Holistic cosmetics for dry skin care focus not only on reducing skin symptoms, but also on improving overall skin health.
Holistic cosmetics not only moisturize and nourish dry skin, but also help solve the root of the problem, improving the overall health of the skin and body. It focuses on natural, environmentally friendly products and an approach that promotes the skin's natural balance and self-renewal abilities.
Holistic cosmetics do this in the following ways:
1. It contains natural, plant-based ingredients that help to deeply nourish and moisturize the skin. It is made using:
- Plant oils and butters: Coconut oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, avocado oil, which moisturize and restore the skin's protective layer.
- Plant extracts: Chamomile, aloe vera, calendula and lavender, which soothe irritation and improve skin elasticity.
- Essential oils: Used not only for the skin, but also for aromatherapy to reduce stress, which can affect the condition of the skin.
- Vitamins and antioxidants: Vitamin C, Vitamin E and beta-carotene help protect the skin from free radical damage and promote regeneration.
2. It uses moisturizing and moisture-retaining ingredients. For example, Glycerin and Panthenol attract water to the skin and help retain it. Honey and oat oils, extracts help restore the skin's natural moisture balance. Rose water and hydrolates are used as tonics - they refresh the skin and provide a light dose of moisture.
3. It restores the skin's protective barrier. Dry skin often suffers from a damaged protective barrier, which causes moisture loss. Holistic products help restore it, for example, fatty acids naturally restore the skin's lipid barrier, beeswax forms a protective layer that prevents moisture loss.
4. Avoids aggressive chemical raw materials that can harm the skin and cause dryness. The composition does not contain sulfates, parabens, synthetic fragrances or dyes, which often cause skin irritation and dryness. The products are hypoallergenic and suitable even for very sensitive skin.
5. A holistic approach to skin care. A holistic approach emphasizes that skin health is closely linked to the balance of body and mind:
- Stress and emotional state: Holistic products often use aromatherapy (essential oils) to reduce stress, which can exacerbate the problem of dry skin.
- Nutrition and lifestyle: A holistic approach also includes advice on a healthy diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and adequate water intake.
- Meditation and relaxation: Holistic cosmetics are used in conjunction with relaxing skin care rituals, such as facial massage, to improve blood circulation and stimulate skin regeneration.
6. Sustainable and clean products. Holistic cosmetics are environmentally friendly:
- The raw materials of the products are certified and the products are packaged in sustainable materials.
- It promotes a healthy attitude not only towards the skin, but also towards the environment.
7. An individual approach to body care. Holistic cosmetics adapts to individual needs:
It helps to discover the specific causes of dry skin (for example, nutritional deficiencies, dehydration, stress), and offers customized solutions.
It often offers to combine different products or healing rituals to achieve the best result.
MARUSHA holistic and natural cosmetic products for dry skin care
MARUSHA natural products for dry skin care are as follows:
- Body oils with Calendula, which moisturize and soothe the skin;
- Nilotica Shea Butter Cream for the body, hands and lips with vitamin E;
- Facial serum with CoQ10, which restores, moisturizes and smoothes the skin of the face and the skin around the eyes;
- Facial cleansing and massage oil, which removes dirt and cosmetics, and at the same time nourishes, smoothes and soothes the skin;
- Facial cream with Rosehip and Collagen moisturizes, softens and nourishes the skin with Shea Butter;
- Facial mask with MATCHA and yogurt gently cleanses, moisturizes and softens the skin;
- Lip balm with Beeswax, Calendula and vitamin E.
- Solid lotion bars for dry skin.
- Natural Soaps with vegetable oils, butters and essential oils
- Unscented Castile soap (suitable for especially sensitive and dry skin care).
- Dish and clothes soap with essential oils.
- Rosemary Treatment Hair Oil for hair growth and Scalp - nourishes, moisturizes and restores dry, flaky, itchy scalp.
Natural soaps and their benefits for dry skin
Natural soaps, compared to conventional soaps, help any skin type and especially dry skin. MARUSHA natural soaps contain only natural ingredients (vegetable oils, vegetable butters, clays, essential oils) and do not contain aggressive chemicals that can irritate and dry the skin.
Advantages of natural soaps:
1. Skin-friendly, gentle, moisturizing and natural ingredients: They are made from vegetable oils (e.g. olive oil, coconut oil, castor oil, sunflower oil) and butters (e.g. shea butter, cocoa butter), which nourish and moisturize the skin.
2. Without synthetic additives: Natural soaps do not contain sulfates, parabens, artificial fragrances or dyes, which are often found in conventional soaps and can cause allergic reactions or dryness.
3. Preserving the skin's natural protective barrier: Natural soaps are often gentler because they do not contain strong degreasing agents that can remove natural skin lipids and disrupt the skin's moisture balance.
4. Lower risk of allergic reactions: Natural soap fragrances usually come from essential oils, which are gentler on the skin compared to synthetic fragrances. When purchasing natural soaps, it is recommended to check whether the fragrance and color are from natural raw materials, such as essential oils, plant powders, clays, etc.
5. Eco-friendly and economical: Natural soaps are not only better for the skin, but also for the environment, as they are made with biodegradable ingredients and in environmentally friendly packaging. They also last longer, as they only need a small amount on the skin and do not wear out as quickly as conventional soaps, which dissolve quickly in water.
Conventional soaps, on the other hand, may be cheaper and have a longer shelf life, but they often contain artificial and skin-harming ingredients that can cause skin dryness, irritation, or even sensitivity in the long term.
When choosing soap, it is important to pay attention to your skin type and needs - if your skin is dry or sensitive, natural soaps are the best choice.
Main conclusions
Holistic cosmetics not only moisturize and nourish dry skin, but also help solve the root of the problem, improving the overall health of the skin and body in the long term.
