We are often confused whether we are dry or dehydrated. Here is a simple way to tell. But, first, let us understand the differences. Dry skin is a a consequence of not having enough oil production in your skin. Dehydrated skin means your skin lacks water. You can be dry and dehydrated, but you cannot bedry and oily. Our skin needs a balance of moisture (oil) and hydration (water) to keep the barrier intactwithout being compromised. A compromised dermal-epidermal junction can mean a more sensitive skin. Dehydrated skin cannot be solved by drinking water although drinking water is definitely important to stay hydrated internally. But our skin needs hydration that can be achieved through the following ways:i) Using a water-based non-alcoholic toner can pump up the hydration especially when loadedwith hydrating ingredients such as aloe vera gel, plant saccharides, hyaluronic acid, asexamples.ii) Using a moisturizer high in humectants (like glycerin, sodium hyaluronate, sodium PCA,sorbitol, allantoin, and algae).iii) Washing your face with gentle pH balanced cleansers without any sulfates.

Dry skin can be a result of not having enough sebum production that is typical in a normal skin. This could be due to several reasons including the environment, genetics, medications, stress, medical conditions (like diabetes, psoriasis, eczema), skincare products / chemicals and their side effects. The symptoms may include itchiness, flakiness, redness, compromised barrier or broken skin, feeling oftightness on the face, prone to sunburns, rough patches, scaly skin. To help with these symptoms, it is important to moisturize the skin immediately after a shower and use lotions, oils rich in fatty acids,ceramides, and humectants. Flaxseed oil, Dhatelo Oil, Jojoba Oil are extremely useful for dry skin. For example, our Youth Restoring Abhyanga Face and Body Oil is enriched with Wild Flax Oil, Saffron, Sesame seed oil, and Dhatelo oil (a rich oil from the foothills of the Himalayas that mimics our skin’s fatty acid profile). Taking an oatmeal bath can also help alleviate symptoms of dry skin. Our Calendula Horsechestnut Firming & Moisturizing cream is enriched with gluten-free oats. It is important to not expose your skin to sulfates, harsh chemicals, including alcohol. A lifestyle change can help. Werecommend you take the dosha quiz to help you understand your mind-body type.