What is the difference between dry skin and dehydrated skin?
The terms “dry skin” and “dehydrated skin” are often used interchangeably, but there is an important difference.
A dry skin naturally produces less sebum. As a result, the skin barrier is weaker, and moisture can evaporate more easily. The skin often feels rough and may be sensitive to factors such as cold, wind, heating, and air conditioning. Common characteristics of dry skin include:
- A tight, pulling sensation after cleansing
- Flakes or rough patches
- A dull appearance
- Sensitive or easily irritated skin
Dehydrated skin lacks moisture. As a result, dehydrated skin can occur in any skin type, even combination or oily skin. Commoncharacteristics of dehydrated skin include:
- Fine dry lines
- A dull appearance
- A tight feeling
- Reduced flexibility
For both dry and dehydrated skin, it is important to deeply moisturize the skin and support the skin barrier.
Why a day cream alone isn’t enough
Many people think that dry skin simply needs more cream. In reality, there’s often more to it than that. Dry skin needs not only extra moisture, but also support for the skin barrier. When this protective layer isn’t functioning optimally, moisture evaporates from the skin more quickly, and active ingredients can’t work as effectively.
Effective skincare therefore addresses multiple levels: replenishing moisture, strengthening the skin barrier, protecting against external factors such as UV radiation, and supporting the skin’s natural functions. It is precisely this combination that makes the difference between temporary relief and long-term improvement in skin condition.
Why is the skin barrier so important?
The skin barrier is the skin’s natural protective layer. This layer helps retain moisture and protects against harmful external influences. When the skin barrier weakens, the skin can lose moisture more quickly. This creates a vicious cycle of dryness, sensitivity, and deteriorating skin condition. An effective, moisturizing day cream therefore not only helps add moisture to the skin but also helps retain that moisture.
The Power of the Ingredients in Ginkel’s Aqua Pro Day Cream
- Aquaxyl™: Smart Hydration from Within
Aquaxyl™ is a patented complex based on plant-derived sugars, derived from glucose and xylitol. It acts on the three main mechanisms of natural hydration: - it strengthens the skin barrier,
- optimizes moisture reserves and
- promotes moisture circulation within the epidermis.
It also stimulates the production of essential moisture-binding components, such as hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and filaggrin-derived substances. At the same time, it helps strengthen the skin barrier, thereby reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL). This helps the skin retain moisture more effectively, resulting in a softer, more supple skin texture and visibly smoother skin. With regular use, Aquaxyl™ also supports the skin’s natural exfoliation process and helps reduce fine dryness lines.
- Aloe Vera: Soothing and Nourishing
Aloe vera is extracted from the leaf gel of Aloe barbadensis Miller and is known for its high content of bioactive compounds. It contains, among other things, polysaccharides, amino acids, enzymes, minerals, and antioxidants that help maintain healthy skin.The polysaccharides, in particular, play an important role in retaining moisture on the skin’s surface. These are natural chains of sugar molecules that can bind large amounts of moisture. In addition, aloe vera supports the skin’s natural ability to repair itself and helps reduce redness and tightness. As a result, this ingredient contributes to more comfortable, supple, and better-hydrated skin. - Green Tea Extract: Protection Through Antioxidants
Green Tea Extract is derived from the leaves of Camellia sinensis and is rich in polyphenols, particularly catechins such as epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). These compounds are among the most extensively studied antioxidants in skincare due to their protective effects on the skin. Antioxidants help neutralize free radicals caused by factors such as UV radiation, air pollution, and oxidative stress. Oxidative stress occurs when the skin is exposed to factors such as sunlight, air pollution, and cigarette smoke. By providing this protection, Green Tea Extract helps maintain healthy skin function and contributes to a fresh, vibrant appearance. In addition, green tea is known for its soothing properties, making it particularly suitable for dry and sensitive skin.
Why choose a day cream with SPF?
Daily protection against UV radiation is essential for maintaining healthy skin. Even on cloudy days, UVA rays reach the skin. These rays penetrate deep into the skin and play a major role in premature skin aging, such as fine lines, loss of elasticity, and age spots.
In addition, exposure to UV radiation can weaken the skin barrier and contribute to moisture loss. For dry and dehydrated skin types, protection is therefore just as important as hydration.
The Aqua Pro Day Cream combines moisturizing ingredients with SPF 15, which not only hydrates the skin but also provides daily protection against the harmful effects of sunlight. In this way, the cream supports both the skin’s condition and its resilience, forming a strong foundation for your daily skincare routine.
A valuable complement to professional treatments
For estheticians, at-home skincare is an important part of a successful treatment regimen. The results achieved in the salon can only be optimally maintained if the skin receives the proper care at home as well.
The Aqua Pro Day Cream It is therefore the perfect complement to treatments designed for dry and dehydrated skin types. Thanks to the combination of Aquaxyl™, aloe vera, green tea extract, and SPF 15, the cream provides hydration, nourishment, and protection all in one product. An effective day cream that not only provides immediate comfort but also contributes to healthy, hydrated skin in the long term.
