Choosing the Right Face Wash for Dry Skin

Choosing a face wash based on your skin type is the most fundamental step in skincare. It must cleanse your face without worsening the symptoms of your skin type. In today’s blog, dry skin is in question and the kind of face wash that would be ideal for this skin type. Let us first understand what dry skin really needs.

Dry skin on the whole looks textured, flaky and lacks moisture ( in the form of water and lipids)

• So it requires a face wash that gently cleanses without worsening the papery texture.
• Allows to retain moisture so that that skin is hydrated and nourished.
• Helps the skin preserve its natural oils
• Does not contain ingredients that trigger irritations or flare ups

So these are the ingredients you need to look for in your face wash for dry skin:

• Hyaluronic Acid: one of the most important ingredients as this humectant helps retain water and gives your skin a hydrated look without clogging pores and making it too sticky.
• Ceramides: As dry skin lacks moisture, a face wash that contains ceramides will help nourish the skin and strengthen the barrier
• Vitamin B5: It nourishes your skin whilst improving texture and ups your hydration quotient.
• Niacinamide: This is one ingredient that soothes both - oily and dry skin and is required in your face wash as it works on reducing redness, strengthens your barrier and brightens the skin.
• Squalane or light weight plant oils: Replicates the function of your skin’s oils as it provides intense but light weight hydration. Doesn’t clog pores and create build up.
• Aloe Vera, Oat extract: These are calming and cooling ingredients that are required in a face wash as they help calm and soothe skin and avoid any irritation/ triggers especially if you have dry, sensitive skin. Further, aloe vera has hydrating properties that leave your skin feeling fresh and nourished.

Ingredients to be vary of

• High alcohol content: Can irritate the skin and worsen dryness
• Potent concentration of exfoliants: Best avoided in your daily use face wash as exfoliants will help remove the layer of dead cells but daily use might increase dryness and worsen the texture.
• Fragrances: Strong fragrances are a major trigger for dry, sensitive skin. Aim for a face wash with a neutral fragrance.

These are the type of cleansers that work best for dry skin:

• Cream-based cleansers: They have a creamy texture that helps cleanse without tightening your skin. They also provide the much needed hydration your dry skin needs making it the best choice.
• Cleansing balms and oils: If you wear make up or sunscreen, these cleansing balms strip your skin clean without drying it out. Pair it with a cream-based cleanser for a complete rinse. This combo is useful when heavy make up is part of your routine.
• Gels: Dry sensitive skin may also opt for gel formulas if they are labeled for this specific skin type. It is best to opt for the creamy ones or at least go for gels that contain humectants. It is best to avoid foaming gels as they contain surfactants that strip your skin of its natural oils.

Other variables to keep in mind:

• Ph Balanced: Our skin is slightly acidic at 4.5 - 5.5, that’s why alkaline based cleansers can disturb this balance and worsen dryness. As a result, cream-based formulations tend to be kinder to your PH Balance.Also look for a label that says - Ph Balanced as these products are designed to intentionally work in tandem with your skin’s natural state.
• Non-foaming: We cannot stress enough on avoiding any foaming cleanser as they contain harsh surfactants that work to cleanse your skin and strip it dry.
• Ingredients: Take a close look at your ingredient list - if humectants and any form of ceramide are at the top of the list, it is worth considering as these are non-drying ingredients. Avoid face washes with drying alcohols and strong fragrances.

How to cleanse

While everyone knows how to cleanse, we are here to remind you that when it comes to dry skin, immediately moisture (after patting the skin dry) as it locks in hydration at the deepest layer. When it comes to your night routine, opt for an occlusive cream as the final step for ultimate skin replenishment.

The D Wave Plumping Gel Creme

Provides intense hydration and works on reducing the appearance of pores. Fine lines or any sort of texture giving you a smooth, fresh, plumped appearance. It contains 3 primary ingredients - Argan Stem Cells that help stimulate the rejuvenation process, the coveted humectant - Hyaluronic Acid that fights moisture loss effectively and Trepeptides, a form of lipid that gives your skin a dewy look as it stimulates collagen production.

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The D Wave Deep Pore Cleanser

We also recommend the D Wave Deep Pore Cleanser that purifies your skin without drying it out. The plant extracts also possess anti-inflammatory inflammatory properties that ensure your skin is calm and soothed and left fresh after every wash. It also serves as a natural exfoliant ensuring your skin feels hydrated and not dried out after every wash.

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At the end of the day, dry skin needs a little love, needs a little hydration. Give it some nourishment and see it shine!

FAQ’s

Q1. Which facewash is better for dry skin?

Ans. A non-foaming, cream-based formulation is the better choice for dry skin as it cleanses your skin without stripping it dry.

What kind of face wash should I use for dry skin?

Q2. How to choose facewash for dry skin?

Ans. Here are points to keep in mind while choosing a face wash for dry skin

Q3. How to find the best face wash for dry skin?

Ans. If your face wash:

You have the best face wash at hand!