Caring for dry skin and what you need to know

Dry, flaky, rough skin is not only uncomfortable but also seriously affects a woman's appearance. In particular, if dry skin is not cared for properly, it will speed up the aging process.

Don't worry too much — the article below will help you restore soft, smooth skin thanks to some key tips as well as instructions on how to make masks to care for dry skin right at home.

10 things to keep in mind when caring for dry skin

Drink enough water

Water is an important component that helps maintain the skin's moisture. Therefore, you need to give your body enough water, at least 2 liters a day. Besides, you can also hydrate your body by eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Remove makeup and cleanse thoroughly

Removing makeup and cleansing thoroughly is an important step to eliminate dirt, sebum, and makeup from the skin. However, you should note to use gentle makeup removers and cleansers that do not contain alcohol or harsh detergents, to avoid drying the skin out further.

Exfoliate

Exfoliating helps remove dead skin cells, allowing the skin to absorb nutrients better. You should exfoliate dry skin 1-2 times a week using chemical or physical exfoliants that contain fine particles.

Use a moisturizer

Moisturizer is an indispensable product in a dry-skin care routine. You should use a moisturizer with humectant ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, and Ceramides to keep the skin soft, smooth, and plump.

Protect the skin from the sun

Sunlight is the main factor that harms the skin, making it dry, dull, and pigmented. Therefore, you need to apply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every day, even on cloudy days.

Avoid bathing in water that is too hot

Water that is too hot will dehydrate the skin, making it even drier. You should bathe in warm water at a temperature of about 37-38 degrees C.

Use a humidifier

A humidifier helps add moisture to the air, keeping the skin from drying out. You should use a humidifier in the bedroom, especially in winter.

Eat a healthy diet

A healthy diet rich in vitamins and minerals will keep the skin healthy from within. You should add foods rich in vitamins A, C, E, Omega-3, and so on.

Avoid using skincare products that contain alcohol

Alcohol is a strong drying agent that can make dry skin worse. Therefore, you should avoid using skincare products that contain alcohol.

Get regular skin check-ups

If dry skin comes with other symptoms such as itching or redness, you should have regular skin check-ups so that a doctor can advise and treat you promptly.

How to make natural masks for dry skin

There are many kinds of natural masks that help moisturize dry skin. Below are some popular recipes:

Avocado and yogurt mask

Both avocado and yogurt have a high fat content, providing moisture and helping the skin become soft and smooth.

Ingredients

1/2 ripe avocado

1/2 cup unsweetened yogurt

How to make it

Mash the ripe avocado.

Mix the avocado thoroughly with the unsweetened yogurt.

Apply the mixture to your face and gently massage for 15-20 minutes.

Rinse your face again with warm water.

Olive oil and honey mask

The olive oil and honey mask is a natural mask that is very effective at moisturizing dry skin. Olive oil is very good at retaining moisture for the skin, while honey has antibacterial and soothing properties.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons of olive oil

1 tablespoon of honey

How to make it

Mix 2 tablespoons of olive oil thoroughly with 1 tablespoon of honey.

Apply the mixture to your skin and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.

Rinse your face with warm water.

Egg and yogurt mask

The egg and yogurt mask is a natural mask that moisturizes, brightens the skin, and tightens pores. In it, egg white tightens pores and controls oil, while yogurt moisturizes and brightens the skin.

Ingredients

1 egg white

2 tablespoons of unsweetened yogurt

How to make it

Take the egg white and beat it until fluffy.

Mix the egg white thoroughly with 2 tablespoons of unsweetened yogurt.

Apply the mixture to your skin and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.

Rinse your face with warm water.

Potato and fresh milk mask

Potatoes contain many vitamins and minerals beneficial for the skin. Fresh milk moisturizes and softens the skin.

Ingredients

1 potato

2 tablespoons of unsweetened fresh milk

How to make it

Boil one potato until cooked, peel it, and mash it.

Mix the potato thoroughly with 2 tablespoons of unsweetened fresh milk.

Apply the mixture to your skin and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.

Rinse your face with warm water.

A suggestion for an instant hydrating mask for soft, smooth skin

There's no denying the wonderful benefits that masks made from natural ingredients bring. However, for busy women, making a mask at home by hand is not a simple task. In that case, ready-made masks are your “savior.”

One of the popular products today that HTP would like to introduce to you is Sắc Ngọc Khang's Bamboo Fiber Mask. The special feature of this product is that the mask sheet is made entirely of bamboo fiber, which retains nutrients exceptionally well, gives a soft feeling, and hydrates the skin instantly.

The Bamboo Fiber Mask is favored for its ability to restore a youthful look to the skin, helping women relax and feel comfortable amid a busy schedule and harsh weather. The product contains a “premium” list of ingredients, including:

White Mulberry Root Extract: Helps inhibit the formation of melanin, improves dull, dark skin and brown spots, nourishes bright, smooth skin, and prevents the aging process.

Hydrolyzed Collagen: A “golden” nutrient that helps make the skin plump, firm, and elastic, prevents moisture loss, softens the skin, and reduces wrinkles.

Vitamin E: Hydrates the skin and improves dry, flaky, rough skin.

Pearl Extract: Improves elasticity, stimulates collagen production, and nourishes long-lasting bright, smooth beauty.

Conclusion

Caring for dry skin requires care and a strong focus on hydrating the skin. We hope that the tips as well as the moisturizing mask recipes shared in this article will help you soon “say goodbye” to rough, flaky dry skin. If you still have any questions about caring for dry skin, don't hesitate to ask in the comments below, and HTP will help answer them as soon as possible.