Tightness, dehydration lines, lack of suppleness, or a less luminous complexion can reveal dehydrated skin. Unlike dry skin, dehydration is a lack of water and can affect all skin types. A suitable hydrating routine helps restore and maintain optimal hydration. HUYGENS products notably combine different forms of hyaluronic acid with hydrating botanical actives for suppler, plumper skin.
Dehydrated skin lacks water. It may show tightness, a lack of suppleness or comfort, a duller complexion and fine dehydration lines, particularly visible around the eyes or when the skin is solicited. It can also feel like the skin is "pulling" after cleansing. Unlike a skin type, dehydration is a generally temporary state: it can therefore affect dry skin as well as normal, combination or oily skin. Heating, air conditioning, sun, cold or the use of overly stripping products can notably accentuate it.
What is the difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin?
The difference lies mainly in what the skin lacks: dehydrated skin lacks water, while dry skin mainly lacks lipids. The first may feel tight occasionally, show small fine lines and lack bounce; the second is generally more uncomfortable, rough and prone to lasting feelings of dryness. The two can also combine. Dehydrated skin will therefore favor hydrating products, while dry skin will additionally need richer, more nourishing textures to provide lipids and help limit water loss.
Which products should I favor for dehydrated skin?
Start with a hydrating serum, which brings the skin actives able to promote and maintain its hydration, then apply a cream to help limit water loss and seal in that hydration. The HUYGENS Hyaluronic range was designed around this complementarity. The Hyaluronic Concentrate is the first hydrating step; it can then be combined with The Hyaluronic Face Cream, light and fresh, or The Concentrated Hyaluronic Day Cream, richer, when the skin is looking for more comfort. The choice of cream therefore depends as much on the level of dehydration as on the skin type.
Is hyaluronic acid suitable for dehydration?
Hyaluronic acid is a molecule naturally present in the skin, known for its strong ability to retain water. In cosmetics, different molecular weights deliver a complementary hydrating action. The HUYGENS Hyaluronic Concentrate thus combines a double dose of high and low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, completed notably by Fucocert® and aloe vera. This combination helps maintain hydration and restore visibly suppler, smoother and bouncier skin.
Can oily skin be dehydrated?
Yes, and it is a common confusion. Sebum and water do not play the same role in the skin: high sebum production therefore does not rule out a lack of water. Combination or oily skin can at the same time shine, show visible pores or blemishes and feel tight or show dehydration lines. In that case, avoid trying to "dry out" the skin further with overly stripping cleansers. Instead, favor a hydrating serum and light, non-overloaded textures, to bring the hydration it needs while remaining suited to its skin type.
How do I adapt my routine in hot weather?
With heat, perspiration and sun exposure, the skin can lose more water even as rich textures become less pleasant to wear. The aim is therefore to maintain good hydration while lightening textures. Keep a hydrating serum such as The HUYGENS Hyaluronic Concentrate, then favor a fresh, light cream, such as The HUYGENS Hyaluronic Face Cream, rather than a very rich texture if your skin does not feel the need. In the morning, finish with suitable sun protection. This approach preserves hydration without multiplying layers or weighing down the skin during hot spells.
