Dry skin is often caused by a lack of both moisture and oil, which can make the skin feel tight. Here's a guide to the signs and causes of dry skin and how a softening, barrier-strengthening routine can hydrate, reduce tightness and give the skin better balance.
Dry skin often lacks both moisture and lipids, which makes the skin easily feel tight and can flake. In dry skin, the skin barrier can also be weakened and thus not retain moisture as well. When the skin lacks its natural lipids and moisture-binding substances, it becomes more sensitive and can react more.
External factors such as cold and sun can quickly worsen already dry skin.
Dry skin benefits from a gentle, emollient cleanser that is only used in the evening to remove makeup; lukewarm water is sufficient in the morning. This helps the skin maintain its moisture balance.
Use a face cream rich in moisture-binding and skin-derived lipids as well as a concentrate that strengthens the barrier and balances the skin's microbiome. A strong and balanced microbiome helps the skin to bind moisture and soothe irritation.
To strengthen dry or very dry skin, emollient and microbiome- and barrier-strengthening skin care is needed that adds both moisture, fat and skin-derived substances that help the skin regain its balance.
An oil cleanser that, thanks to a high content of skin-identical oils, very gently but effectively dissolves dirt, makeup and sunscreen without disturbing the skin's moisture balance or bacterial flora. For normal/dry to very dry and sensitive skin. 150ml
Moisturizer with ceramides, squalane and ectoine that provides intensive hydration and strengthens the skin barrier. For dry and sensitive skin. 50ml
Concentrate with over 100 billion live lactic acid bacteria from breast milk that strengthens the skin barrier and balances the skin's microbiome for less dry and sensitive skin with a natural glow. Mix with moisturizer to activate. 30ml
A good skincare routine for dry skin doesn't have to be complicated. Start with a mild cleanser that doesn't dry out the skin or disturb its natural balance. Then, apply hydrating skincare while the skin is still slightly damp, and finish with a richer cream or oil that helps the skin retain moisture and strengthens the skin barrier. For dry and sensitive skin, less is often more; choose a few well-selected products without unnecessary additives.
Some of our products are refrigerated to preserve the efficacy of sensitive ingredients. This is indicated on each product page. If your body needs extra care, you will find nourishing creams under body care.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
About dry skin
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The best thing for dry skin is to add both moisture and lipids and help strengthen the skin barrier, so that the skin can better retain moisture. Choose moisturizing products with skin-identical ingredients and apply them while the skin is still slightly damp after cleansing. Avoid drying cleansers and products with unnecessary additives, such as perfume.
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For extremely dry skin, the skin needs both moisture and lipids to better retain moisture. Apply moisturizing skincare while the skin is still slightly damp and follow up with a rich cream that helps strengthen the skin barrier. Also try to limit cleansing to what is necessary and use a mild cleanser that does not dry out the skin. Choose products without unnecessary additives to minimize the risk of the skin reacting. If the skin cracks, bleeds, or the problems do not improve, we recommend that you contact a doctor or dermatologist.
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For dry and sensitive skin, a minimalist routine with few, mild products without unnecessary additives is best. Choose moisturising products that are fragrance-free and that help to retain moisture and strengthen the skin barrier. Use a mild cleanser that doesn't dry out the skin and be careful with products that contain strong acids if the skin feels irritated or reactive.
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Moisturize dry skin morning and evening, and more often if needed when the skin feels extra dry or tight, for example during the colder months of the year. Cleanse your skin in the evening to wash away dirt, sunscreen, and makeup, then apply moisturizing skincare while the skin is still slightly damp. In the morning, it is often sufficient to moisturize the skin without cleansing.