Dehydrated Skincare Routine
A skincare routine for dehydrated skin needs to focus on the main area of concern; a lack of hydration and undernourishment. The skin can suffer from insufficient natural oil production, sufficient moisture, or both. Dehydrated skin is influenced by environmental and lifestyle factors resulting in loss of moisture or trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL). Ensure your routine includes a balance of humectants, hydrating oils, emollients, and occlusive moisturisers.
Dehydrated vs. Dry Skin
Dehydrated skin lacks water, not oil. It can affect any skin type and often shows as tightness, dehydration lines, or makeup clinging.
If your skin feels rough, flaky, or persistently uncomfortable, you may instead have dry skin, which lacks lipids and requires richer nourishment.
Morning Routine for Dehydrated Skin
1. Cleanse - Gentle Bliss Gel Cleanser
A refreshing, non-stripping cleanse to wake up the skin without removing essential moisture.
2. Hydrate Deeply - Aura
Choose Aura for hydration + microbiome balance, or Cell Resilience for long-term vitality. Both layer water-light hydration into thirsty skin.
3. Replenish - Glow Serum
A gentle, deeply hydrating serum that restores luminosity and supports the moisture barrier.
4. Moisturise - Everyday Day Cream
Locks in hydration for soft, balanced skin throughout the day. Can we used as your eye cream as well.
5. Protect - Sun Cream SPF 50+
Essential for preventing transepidermal water loss and environmental dehydration.
Evening Routine for Dehydrated Skin
1. Cleanse - Gentle Bliss Cleanser
Removes SPF and impurities without stripping the skin.
2. Replenish - Cell Resilience Essence
Gives the skin a hydrating cushion before active treatments.
3. Repair - Exo Timeless ReGen Serum
A regenerative treatment to restore vitality and support barrier repair overnight.
4. Nourish - Night Comfort
A soothing, replenishing cream to deeply hydrate and comfort dehydrated skin. Can be used as a comforting eye cream as well.
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FAQs
Dry skin lacks oil, while dehydrated skin lacks water. Dehydration can affect any skin type and often shows as tightness, fine lines, and dullness.
Many notice improved comfort and hydration within days. Barrier strength and long-term resilience typically improve over 4–8 weeks with consistent use.
Yes. Dehydration weakens the barrier, making skin more reactive. This routine prioritises hydration without overstimulation.
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