Is your skin feeling tight? Or have you noticed your makeup looks patchy? These are all signs that your skin might be dehydrated. Dehydrated skin can be an uncomfortable experience and may impact your confidence as well. We’re here to help guide you through the reasons why your skin gets dehydrated and how to bring back your radiance.
What causes dehydrated skin?
Before we dive in, let’s talk about the difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin. Dry skin is caused by a lack of natural oils, whereas dehydrated skin is a result of the skin not getting enough water. You may notice sunken eyes, itchiness, a dull complexion and an emphasis on fine lines.
The top layer of our skin, the skin barrier, helps regulate water loss and prevent dehydration. However, when it’s damaged, our skin loses its elasticity and becomes irritated. This can be caused by:
- Air conditioning
- Environmental factors, including too much sun exposure and seasonal changes
- Lifestyle stress
- Over-exfoliation
Providing hydration with ingredients like hyaluronic acid can help repair and strengthen our skin barrier.
Hyaluronic acid’s role in our skin.
Hyaluronic acid is a substance naturally produced in the body to lock water inside tissue cells. In addition to keeping our skin hydrated, it also ensures our joints work smoothly and keeps our eyes moist. A third of our body’s hyaluronic acid can be found in the skin. Hyaluronic acid attracts and binds to water, giving it that hydrated, supple appearance. As we continue to age, our hyaluronic acid production begins to decrease, which can result in dehydrated skin.
How can I maintain my skin’s hydration?
The first step to combating dehydrated skin is to ensure your body is receiving enough water. Stay hydrated throughout the day, especially after a workout. A few lifestyle changes that can help with dehydration include:
- Cutting down on caffeinated drinks
- Making sure you’re getting enough quality sleep
- Incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your diet
Using a hydrating daily moisturizer can help soothe a damaged skin barrier and relieve irritation on the surface, but if you’re looking for longer-lasting results, try reaching for support that works from within.
When looking for a hydration boost, sodium hyaluronate may be your answer. Sodium hyaluronate is extracted from hyaluronic acid and has a lower molecular weight in comparison. This means it’s small in size, allowing it to be easily absorbable and reach the deep layers of your skin.
By supporting your skin’s hydration levels from the inside out, you can help maintain healthy skin all year round.
Looking to hydrate from within?
Orange Naturals’ Hya Skin is formulated with 60mg of sodium hyaluronate to encourage hydration from the top layers to deeper parts of the skin. The added support of L-lysine and vitamin C promotes collagen production for smoother-looking skin.
Maintaining healthy skin isn’t just about what you put on your skin, but also how you support it from within. Nourish your skin by staying hydrated to set the stage for a healthy glow.
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Dry Skin vs. Dehydrated: How to Tell the Difference — And Why It Matters
Everything to know about hyaluronic acid
How To Tell if Your Skin Barrier Is Damaged and What To Do About It
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Is My Skin Dehydrated?
Sodium hyaluronate in skin care: What to know
What Is Sodium Hyaluronate and How Is It Used in Skin Care?
What to know about dehydrated skin
What to Know About Your Skin Barrier and How to Protect It
