Dehydrated skin: 5 signs that are often confused with dryness.

Dehydrated skin is one of the most common problems, regardless of skin type or age. It's often confused with dry skin, leading to improper skincare regimens that don't deliver the desired results.

In this article, we'll look at how to distinguish dehydrated from dry skin and what signs you should look out for.

What is dehydrated skin? 

Dehydration is a skin condition associated with a lack of water in the stratum corneum. Unlike dry skin (which is a skin type characterized by a lipid deficiency), any skin type can be dehydrated: oily, combination, or normal.

The causes of dehydration may be various:

• aggressive cleansing

• dry air and cold

• improper care

• stress and disruption of the skin's barrier function

5 Signs of Dehydrated Skin That Are Confused with Dryness

1. Tightness after cleansing. One of the most common symptoms of dehydration is discomfort and tightness immediately after cleansing. Important: this can happen even to people with oily skin.

Dry skin feels tight all the time, while dehydrated skin feels tight, especially after contact with water or cleansers.

2. Dull complexion and lack of radiance. When skin lacks moisture, it looks tired, dull, and lacks a healthy glow. Even without a rash or redness, the face can appear flat and lifeless.

3. Fine lines that disappear with moisturizing. Fine lines that become visible throughout the day and diminish after applying moisturizer are a telltale sign of dehydration.

These are not age-related changes or dryness, but a temporary reaction of the skin to water deficiency.

4. An oily sheen combined with a dry feeling. If your skin is shiny but also flaky or uncomfortable, this is a classic sign of dehydration. In response to a lack of moisture, your skin begins to produce more sebum to protect itself, which is why it's often mistakenly considered oily.

5. Increased sensitivity and reactivity. Dehydrated skin often reacts to familiar products, causing tingling, redness, or a feeling of "tiredness." This is due to an imbalance in the hydrolipidic balance and a weakened protective barrier, and not necessarily to sensitive skin type.

How to help dehydrated skin: Biono Bloom solutions

To eliminate dehydration, skin doesn't need "heavy" nourishing textures, but products that work to maintain water balance and rebuild the protective barrier. Biono Bloom skincare should emphasize:

Step 1. Cleansing without feeling tight

For daily cleansing, use Biono Bloom Cleansing Gel with amino acids.

Gently cleanses the skin without damaging its natural protective barrier and without leaving a feeling of dryness after washing.

Step 2. Restoring balance after washing

After cleansing, it is important to immediately restore skin comfort.

Biono Bloom facial tonic with azelaic acid 3% helps:

• reduce the feeling of tightness

• soothe the skin after contact with water

• prepare it for the next stages of care

Step 3. Maintaining hydration

To prevent moisture evaporation during the day, complement your care with Biono Bloom moisturizing cream with centella.

It supports the skin's protective barrier, reduces its sensitivity and helps maintain a feeling of comfort even on cold days.

A nice bonus

There is a 15% discount on the entire Biono Bloom range until the end of the month, so it's a good time to refresh your basic care and support your skin during periods of dehydration.