Dehydrated Skin

What Is Dehydrated Skin?

Dehydrated or dry skin is referred to scientifically as xerosis, a prevalent condition characterized by dryness of the outer layer of the skin. This condition leads to a loss of suppleness, resulting in the formation of small splits or cracks, accompanied by flaking or scales. Additionally, the affected skin may become red and itchy. Xerosis affects both males and females equally, with a higher frequency observed among older individuals.

What Causes Dehydrated, Dry Skin?

Bathing or hand washing too frequently can contribute to xerosis, especially with the use of harsh soaps. Constant scratching and rubbing can cause the skin to become thick and leathery. Xerosis can affect the skin on any part of the body but commonly occurs on the lower legs, arms, scalp and hands.

Why is it important to choose a skilled injecting doctor?

Age: Increasing age and menopause can be associated with a natural reduction of skin moisture.
Genetic factors: ichthyosis
Skin problems: eczema and psoriasis
Internal diseases: thyroid disease, renal disease, malnutrition, diabetes
Medications: diuretics, cholesterol-lowering drugs, retinoids
Environmental factors: cold and windy weather, dry climate
Long hot showers or baths
Excessive hand washing
Contact with harsh irritants such as soaps or detergents
Air-conditioning and heating
Sun exposure and sun damage.

At-Home Measures For Dry Skin

Identify and treat contributing factors (see list above).
Reduce the frequency and length of baths or showers and use lukewarm water.
Avoid soap and use soap-free, fragrance-free cleansers or bath oil.
Pat your skin dry with a soft towel and do not rub too vigorously.
Apply a bland emollient or moisturiser after showering while the skin is still warm and damp. Repeat an application of moisturiser as often as necessary throughout the day. Your dermatologist can recommend a good emollient or moisturiser for you to use.
Lips and hands may need extra attention. Lip balms need to be applied multiple times throughout the day to the lips. Similarly, thicker moisturisers or balms should be applied to your hands frequently.
Treat eczema, psoriasis and other skin conditions. Discuss this with your dermatologist.
Wear cotton (or other natural fibres) next to your skin and under wool or synthetic clothing if these cause itching or irritation to the skin.
Use a humidifier to add moisture to the air inside your home.
If the condition becomes worse, please see your doctor or dermatologist.

In-Clinic Treatments

Skin Boosters

“Skinboosters” are procedures where lightweight bio-stimulatory compounds like Hyaluronic Acid (HA) or Poly Deoxyribonucleotides (PDRN) are injected into the skin for intense hydration and/or rejuvenation. HA is capable of binding over 1000 times its weight in water and locks intense moisture within the skin. As we age, our HA content diminishes with half of it being lost by age fifty. This loss of skin texture and firmness causes fine lines and wrinkles to appear. HA skinboosters work to stimulate collagen production and delay the onset by replenishing the skin’s inherent moisture content, reviving skin for a smoother, softer and glowing effect.

Benefits Of Skinboosters

Skinboosters are suitable for dull, dry, uneven complexions and lines. Their numerous anti-aging benefits include greater elasticity, stronger skin integrity, reduced pore size, shallower wrinkles and lines. Pigmented spots can lighten over time for a more hydrated, refreshed and radiant look.

TEOXANE® BARE SKIN BOOSTERS

Made in Switzerland, Teoxane (RHA 1 & Redensity 1) imparts HA into different layers of the skin to give it a deep lustre and a lasting glow. This lifts and tightens the skin while improving the appearance of pitted scars and dark-pigmented acne marks. Results can last up to 12 months depending on skin quality, lifestyle, and treatment area.

FILORGA® NCTF® BOOST 135 HA

Filorga is a nutrient-rich concentrate containing 54 active ingredients. This French-made cocktail of HA, vitamins, amino acids, coenzymes, nucleic acids, and antioxidants stimulates the production of collagen, elastin and HA by fibroblasts. You may choose between 3 different injection methods: Needleless, Microneedling or Booster injection. There is minimal downtime and effects last for 6 months to a year.

PROFHILO® TIME REVERSE INJECTION

In Profhilo, HA exists as a type of molecule called Hybrid Cooperative Complex, which gives the ability to ‘bio-remodel’ the skin tissue and releases HA evenly under the skin. The concentration of HA in Profhilo is about 5 times more than the average skinbooster, making its concentration the highest in the world. Hailing from Italy, Profhilo treatments involve only five injection sites on each side of the face and neck using the Bio Aesthetic Point (BAP) technique.

REJURAN

Rejuran Healer, also known as PDRN Therapy, boosts the skin’s regeneration ability with biologically active molecules called Poly Deoxyribonucleotides (PDRN), the building blocks of DNA. Extracted from salmon, it naturally builds collagen, restores damage and reduces inflammation. Compared to HA injectables, Rejuran speeds up skin regeneration and reverses a variety of skin ageing processes. Rejuran originated in Korea.

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