🌸 Dry vs. Dehydrated Skin: What’s the Difference & How to Care for It

 

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DRY SKIN

Dry skin is a skin type — it lacks oil, which can leave the skin feeling tight, rough, or flaky.

Signs of dry skin:

• Flaky or scaly patches

• Dull, rough texture

• Feels tight, especially after cleansing

• Fine lines more noticeable

Care tips for dry skin (with MONAT):

• Use a creamy, gentle cleanser like Be Gentle™ Creamy Cleanser

• Follow with Be Gentle™ Nourishing Moisturizer — packed with shea butter and botanical oils

• Add Botanic Bakuchiol Vegan Retinol Alternative Lotion 2–3 times a week for smoothness without irritation

• For deep nourishment, apply C. Radiance™ Illuminating Serum under your moisturiser

Lifestyle tips:

• Use a humidifier in cold months

• Drink water, but also eat healthy fats (avocado, nuts)

• Always apply  Daily Mineral Protection SPF 30

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DEHYDRATED SKIN

Dehydrated skin is a condition — it lacks water, not oil. You can have oily yet dehydrated skin at the same time!

Signs of dehydrated skin:

• Skin feels tight but looks oily

• Dull or “tired” looking complexion

• Fine lines appear more defined

• Skin may feel reactive or unbalanced

Care tips for dehydrated skin (with MONAT):

• Cleanse with Be Balanced™ Foamy Cleanser — removes excess oil without drying

• Hydrate with Skin Revitalizing Essence™ — a toner-like pre-serum that preps skin beautifully

• Layer Hydration Booster™ Hyaluronic Serum to pull water into the skin

• Follow with Be Balanced™ Lightweight Moisturizer to seal hydration without heaviness

Lifestyle tips:

• Drink more water & limit caffeine

• Use hydrating sheet masks or gel-based treatments

• Apply products to damp skin to lock in moisture

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