Do you notice your skin feels tight, flaky, or dull, even after applying cream? If the answer is yes, you might be dealing with more than just simple dry skin. In reality, you could have dry and dehydrated skin, two distinct conditions that, although often confused, require complementary care.
At Maminat, we want to help you better understand your skin's needs and offer you a routine for dry, dehydrated skin based on natural, conscious, and respectful ingredients.
Is dry skin the same as dehydrated skin?
No, and here's the big confusion. People tend to confuse both terms, and to be able to solve this problem with a specific routine, it's necessary to know the differences between the two.
Dry skin: a permanent condition
Dry skin is a skin type that lacks lipids, meaning natural oils that help protect and maintain hydration. It is a permanent condition, meaning we are born with it and it usually lasts throughout life, although it can improve with a good skincare routine.
Generally, dry skin is characterized by low elasticity, a feeling of tightness, a tendency for wrinkles to appear earlier, and very few imperfections due to a lack of sebum (it's rare for them to have acne marks, for example)
Dehydrated skin: a temporary state
Dehydrated skin, on the other hand, is a temporary condition. Any skin type (even oily) can go through a period of dehydration if not enough water is consumed, if harsh products are used, or if there are changes in the climate.
Dehydrated skin tends to look dull, with a lack of radiance. It is common to feel itchy skin and even to notice it is more sensitive (especially when using conventional cosmetics not adapted to your skin type)
Can I have dry and dehydrated skin at the same time?
Yes! And in fact, it's very common. Imagine skin that doesn't produce enough oil by nature (dry), and also loses water easily (dehydrated). These skin types require a very specific routine.
That's why we have designed a routine for dry, dehydrated skin with products that provide both hydration (water) and nourishment (good fats), helping to restore your skin's natural balance.
Routine for dry, dehydrated skin with natural products
At Maminat, we work with organic ingredients and formulas that contain various vegetable oils (rosehip, grapeseed, flaxseed oil…) to restore the skin's protective barrier. As we often advocate, you don't need hundreds of products in your toiletry bag to have beautiful and healthy skin, and we're going to prove it to you!
Step 1: Gentle cleansing with virgin milk
Our gentle cleansing milk is made with geraniums and orange blossom. It cleanses without stripping the skin's natural lipids, which is essential in cases of extreme dryness. It will provide hydration, softness, and calm as soon as you apply it.
Step 2: Natural eye contour
The eye contour area is the thinnest and most delicate part of the face, and it is usually the first to show signs of dehydration. Our eye contour cream contains myrrh, marine collagen, and hazelnut oil. It is an ideal cream for softening expression lines and providing elasticity.
Applying it day and night, you will feel it deeply hydrates the area, giving you a much more rested appearance.
Step 3: Hydration with the "Always Young" facial cream for dry skin
A good cream should not only hydrate but also protect, nourish, and strengthen the skin. Our "Always Young" facial cream for dry skin is formulated precisely for that: to accompany you every day and restore that feeling of comfort your skin so desperately needs.
Thanks to its combination of natural ingredients, this cream acts as a complete treatment. It contains orange plant stem cells, which act as a protective shield against environmental factors, helping to strengthen your skin's natural defenses.
Step 4 (night): deep repair with the regenerating night serum
Night is when the skin naturally regenerates, and this regenerating night serum has been formulated precisely to take advantage of that restorative moment and help rebuild the skin barrier. If you have dry and dehydrated skin, this step should be essential in your routine, because it acts right where you need it most.
Its formula is rich, powerful, and effective. It contains vegan hyaluronic acid, which deeply hydrates and has a powerful anti-wrinkle effect. In addition, we have combined various vegetable oils such as flaxseed, grapeseed, and rosehip, known for their nourishing, regenerating, and antioxidant properties.
Other tips for caring for dry and dehydrated skin
In addition to following a good cosmetic routine, there are small daily habits that can make a big difference in the condition of your skin. Here are some simple recommendations you can incorporate into your lifestyle to enhance the effects of your cosmetic routine and make your skin feel more balanced, comfortable, and radiant.
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Drink water frequently and consume foods rich in omega-3 (such as walnuts, chia, or avocado).
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Avoid very hot showers as they can worsen dehydration.
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Get enough rest. Stress and lack of sleep directly affect your skin's condition.
Having dry and dehydrated skin is not a condemnation, but a reminder that your body needs you to listen to it. With an appropriate routine for dry, dehydrated skin, made with respectful products like those from Maminat, you can restore balance and make your skin feel comfortable, radiant, and alive again.
