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DRY SKIN? THE BEST TIPS FOR SUPPLE & BEAUTIFUL SKIN
Jamina Leitenmeier
Reading time approx. 8 minutes
05.03.2025
dry skin often indicates deficiency symptoms. Too little moisture often leads to the outer skin layer drying out.
What can you do to keep your skin sufficiently hydrated? We tell you how you can best care for your skin.
dry skin: What does that mean for you?
dry skin is often accompanied by signs such as skin flaking and itching. Depending on the severity, it can also lead to inflammatory reactions. Flaky skin or dry patches of skin are therefore clear warning signs that your skin is craving more moisture.
On the face, dry skin is mainly characterized by pale skin, slight flaking and a feeling of tightness. The sebaceous glands are responsible for the skin's natural moisture balance, and where they are absent, dry skin is more likely to occur.
Our joints such as elbows and knees are particularly affected by dry skin. Our feet also have fewer sebaceous glands than other parts of the body.
Causes of dry skin
The skin is our largest sensory organ. It not only protects our organs, blood vessels and bones from injury, but also prevents harmful substances from penetrating our body. It is made up of three protective layers that separate our insides from the outside environment and Protect.
Dry patches of skin are usually a sign of a disturbed skin barrier, which can be caused by various factors.
dry skin - the most common causes at a glance:
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External factors: Exposure to the elements can damage the skin's natural acid mantle so that it is no longer able to retain sufficient moisture. Dry facial skin can be the result of heat, cold or sun. Irritants such as aggressive skin care products or chemicals also play a significant role.
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Internal factors: A lack of fluids, an unbalanced diet, hormone fluctuations, unhealthy lifestyle habits - such as smoking - can also have a negative effect on the skin. The psyche can also play a role that should not be underestimated. With increasing age, the skin generally becomes drier and needs more support with hydration using special care products for dry skin.
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Skin diseases: Skin diseases such as neurodermatitis, contact eczema, psoriasis or so-called ichthyosis are also manifested by dry or flaky skin.
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Metabolic diseases: Hypothyroidism, for example, slows down the metabolism, which can lead to poorer fluid regulation, while diabetes mellitus stimulates the kidneys to produce excessive amounts of fluid. Both diseases can cause dehydration symptoms and dry skin .
Whether it's dry facial skin or dry patches of skin on the hands, feet and joints - well-hydrated skin feels much more comfortable and supple.
Fortunately, you can do a lot to restore your skin's elasticity and freshness with healthy lifestyle habits and the right care.
dry skin to face: What you should know
Our face is exposed to wind and weather every day. From cold winter air and dry heating air to harmful UV rays on particularly hot days, it's no wonder that many of us suffer from dry skin to face from time to time.
Dry facial skin requires regular care. Extreme dryness can even lead to flaky skin to face in places.
The following symptoms are typical of dry facial skin:
- Feeling of tension and itching
- Redness or inflammation
- Scaly skin to face, especially on the cheeks and forehead
- Skin impurities such as enlarged pores and spots
The right care is essential for dry facial skin. A mild and pore-deep cleanser with our Cleansing Milk not only removes residues of make-up, dirt and excess sebum, but also moisturizes your skin and prepares it for further care.
Finally, you should apply a face cream with hyaluronic acid to hydrate your facial skin. In this case, it is best to choose our HYALURON cream rich for particularly dry skin.
dry skin on the legs
dry skin on the legs is usually related to an insufficient moisturizer in combination with frequent showering or shaving .
- Water that is too hot in particular can damage the skin barrier,
- while the skin is additionally irritated or even injured during shaving .
It is best to shower with lukewarm water only and, if you shave, use a moisturizing shaving foam to protect the skin on your legs. It's best to moisturize them afterwards with a rich hyaluronic body lotion so that the moisture can penetrate the skin layers well and be stored.
Dry skin patches: This could be behind it
dry skin to face can occasionally become noticeable through particularly dry patches of skin.
This can be the cause of very dry skin and the corresponding formation of spots:
- Dehydration
- Cold and dry air
- Solar radiation
- Irritating cleaning agents
- Insufficient moisturizer
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Contact dermatitis
- Thyroid problems
Dry patches of skin are a clear sign that your fluid balance is imbalanced for some reason. Finding out this reason is the first priority in order to be able to take the best possible measures.
How to care for dry skin properly: our tips
dry skin to face requires a holistic approach to treatment: from a change in lifestyle and diet to the right care for dry skin.
With the right care for your dry skin , you can bring it back into balance:
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CleanseUse our gentle CLEANSING MILK for a deep pore cleanser. Not only does it leave the skin feeling soft, it also leaves a nourishing protective film on the skin.
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Tone: Regular exfoliation removes dead skin cells to promote skin renewal. Our AHA peeling gently and carefully removes dead skin cells and also moisturizes the skin.
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MoisturizeOur rich moisturizer HYALURON cream rich hydrates your skin intensively and leaves a nourishing protective film and a nourished skin feeling.
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Protect: Protect your skin with our Sun Fluid Spf 50+ from harmful UV rays to prevent dehydration.
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Increase air humidity: A humidifier can also Protect your skin from drying out, especially during the heating season or in heavily air-conditioned rooms.
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Adjust your diet: Make sure you eat a balanced diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These support the skin and hydrate the skin from the inside out.
With these tips, you can Moisturize dry skin in a targeted and optimal way. Give your skin the moisture and care it needs to regain a vital and radiant complexion.
Our basic care set for dry skin
Our BASIC CARE dry skin contains all our products to give your skin the moisture it needs again. The set contains the following products:
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Cleansing MilkThe nourishing milk removes dirt and make-up using plant-based surfactants and leaves the skin feeling pleasantly silky.
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CALENDULA toner: Give your skin intensive moisture with the positive properties of real Marigold.
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HYALURON cream rich: The moisturizing intensive care for dry skin provides noticeably more elasticity. With its nourishing, lipid-replenishing texture, the moisturizing cream balances sebum production and can strengthen the skin barrier.
Our basic dry skin care set
Get the all-rounder set for very dry skin and experience the feeling of velvety soft and optimally moisturized skin again.
Your skincare routine with our products: Step-by-step to supple skin
With our four steps for dry skin , we have put together a guide to a skincare routine for very dry skin on your face:
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Cleanse: Remove dirt, sebum and make-up residue from your face AM and PM with a thorough cleanser . Our Cleansing Milk is ideal for dry facial skin.
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Tone: After cleanser , apply 3-5 pumps of our CALENDULA toner directly to your skin. It removes the last residues, provides intensive moisture and prepares your skin for further care products.
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Treat: Our nourishing CERAMID serum is the perfect intensive care product for dry skin. It nourishes, soothes and, with its 5 ceramides, is even suitable for skin prone to neurodermatitis.
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Moisturize: HYALURON cream rich is ideal for reducing dryness. It leaves behind a nourishing protective film, hydrates the skin and leaves it feeling nourished.
Expert tip: Of course, you can also use the suggested care products - such as moisturizer and serum - on all other dry skin areas.
Conclusion on dry skin
dry skin in particular is an important signal that you should take seriously. After all, our skin is not only our largest sensory organ, but also an important barrier that protects us from external influences.
The right moisturizer, sufficient fluid intake, a healthy diet and relaxation techniques to combat stress are the best medium for soft skin and a healthy skin feeling.
FAQ on dry skin
What does my body lack with dry skin?
dry skin can be an indication that your body is lacking fluids and important nutrients such as essential fatty acids, vitamins (especially vitamin E and D) or minerals (such as Zinc and magnesium).
What helps best against extremely dry skin?
For extremely dry skin, it is important to regularly use moisturizing products that are rich in valuable ingredients such as hyaluronic acid and ceramides.
What should you not eat if you have dry skin?
In general, you should avoid highly processed foods, sugary snacks and alcoholic drinks, as these can Treat dehydration.