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Skin Hydration
Why Does Skin Lose Hydration?
A loss of the lipids that normally seal in moisture can lead to dry skin. Atopic dermatitis, also called eczema, is a common condition where the skin barrier is more prone to losing its integrity.
Sometimes the things you do — or don’t do — deplete your skin’s water content, including
Some medical conditions also lead to dry skin, including
These problems are easy enough to fix. For example, you might drink a few extra glasses of water each day, keep your showers short and lukewarm, or minimize the use of soap, which strips the natural oils away from your skin.
Poor nutrition
Diabetes
Thyroid disease
How to Keep Your Skin Hydrated
To improve the look and feel of your skin, you want to attract moisture inside and keep it there. Here are a few ways to do it
If your skin still looks dry and flaky, apply a moisturizer or hydrating mask.