What are the signs your skin is dehydrated?Updated a year ago
So how can you tell if your skin is dehydrated? Here are the key signs to look for.
- Your skin feels tight and uncomfortable - almost like it’s a little too tight for your face. This will be especially noticeable when making facial expressions.
- Wrinkles or fine lines may appear more prominent almost overnight.
- You may have visible dead skin buildup, with patchy spots of flakiness or visible dead skin embedded within pores.
- Your skin may look a little dull, and lack “glow” or reflectiveness (although this may not be true for those with oily skin).
- Your skin can become more prone to irritation, with increased chances of rash-like flare-ups or dermatitis from things that don’t normally irritate your skin.
- Serums or moisturizers might sting as they sink into your skin.
- Breakouts may take longer to heal since dehydration impacts the skin’s self-repair mechanisms.
Remember - how your skin feels is just as relevant as how it looks.