Dehydrated Skin No More

We always talk about adding hydration to our skin. But what about the opposite. What if we stop dehydrating our skin...so we won't have to hydrate it like crazy? I know that no one is intentionally doing this, but there are habits and products that will strip your skin faster than summer turns to fall.

As an esthetician for 21 years and a beauty product junkie for a LOT longer than that, my top tip is: change your facial cleanser. No more gel cleansers, no foaming cleansers - put them away for another time or give them to a friend. Choose an oil-based cleanser, like Dermalogica Pre Cleanse, to remove that first layer of dirt, oil and makeup without stripping your skin of its natural oils. When cleansing, use tepid water, not scalding hot, and follow with a creamy cleanser to do the heavy lifting. My favorite facial cleanser is Dermalogica Magnetic Afterglow Cleanser. It contains hyaluronic acid, which acts like a magnet to draw and retain moisture. After switching up my cleansing routine, the dehydration in my skin has practically disappeared.