How to deal with dehydrationUpdated a year ago

How should you deal with skin dehydration? By following these steps, your skin will bounce back to a happy and nourished state soon enough, and you’ll be able to prevent future dehydration from occurring again. 

1. Make the soak and seal method a regular part of your routine. That means saturating your skin with water, either in the shower or through repeated splashing, and then immediately applying a thick occlusive that will seal the water inside, like Water Lock.
2. At least once a day, use a comprehensive moisturizer that includes both water-attracting humectants (i.e., glycerin, hyaluronic acid) and water-locking occlusives (silicones, petrolatum, shea butter, or squalane).
3. Always apply your moisturizers or serums to damp skin. 
4. Use gentle cleansers that don’t leave your skin feeling dry or tight. 
5. Don’t cleanse too often - once a day is more than enough for most people. 
6. If your skin has dead skin buildup and no irritation, exfoliate gently with an AHA-based product. 
7. When washing your face or showering, keep the water cool or lukewarm. 
8. Always apply sunscreen before heading outside or standing close to sunny windows. 

To learn more about these tips, and the “why” behind them, check out our full post on how to fix dehydrated skin. 

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