Does your skin suffer from dryness, flakes or feels tight? Dry skin requires extra attention and care. Learn how to hydrate and protect your skin for a radiant result.
Dry skin, also known as xerosis cutis, is caused by a disturbed barrier function in the top layer of the skin, the horny layer. This layer consists of dead skin cells and fats that retain moisture and protect your skin against external influences. When the fats in this layer are missing, the skin can dry out. This leads to symptoms such as itching, peeling and a feeling of tightness.
Dry skin is caused by a lack of water in the stratum corneum. Various factors can play a role here:
Dry skin has specific characteristics, including:
With a good skin care routine, you can effectively address dry skin:
In addition to home care, there are also effective treatments for dry skin:
At Clinic Doctor Frodo, we recommend the skin care products from SkinCeutics, which have been scientifically developed to hydrate and protect the skin.
For dry skin, we recommend:
Advantages and disadvantages
Een losse behandeling kan veel doen – maar bij complexere huidproblemen of als je langduriger resultaat wilt, is een combinatieaanpak vaak effectiever.In dit overzicht zie je in één oogopslag het verschil tussen een geïsoleerde behandeling en onze holistische SkinBoost-aanpak.
Multiple sessions required: For optimal results, a treatment such as microneedling may require multiple sessions.
Time investment: Repairing dry skin requires consistency in skin care and treatments.
Bij Kliniek Dokter Frodo draait het niet om snelle oplossingen, maar om duurzame huidverbetering die echt bij jou past. We combineren medische kennis met een verfijnde, holistische visie: niet alleen de techniek telt, maar vooral het totaalplaatje van jouw huid, leefstijl en wensen.
Onze specialisten nemen uitgebreid de tijd om jouw huid te analyseren, met aandacht voor de onderliggende oorzaken van huidveroudering of onbalans. Op basis daarvan stellen we een persoonlijk plan op – zorgvuldig opgebouwd, realistisch én gericht op langdurige resultaten.
Of je nu kiest voor een losse behandeling of een volledig SkinBoost-traject: je krijgt altijd een veilige, wetenschappelijk onderbouwde aanpak, uitgevoerd door ervaren professionals. En minstens zo belangrijk: we begeleiden je ook ná de behandeling. Want echte huidverbetering stopt niet bij je laatste afspraak – die bouw je stap voor stap verder op, samen met ons.
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Dry skin is caused by a disturbed barrier function, often due to factors such as low humidity, aging, aggressive skin cleansing, skin diseases such as eczema, or the use of medication.
Use a hydrating cream or serum daily with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid. Avoid hot showers and opt for mild cleansing products to protect your skin.
No, dry skin lacks fats, while dehydrated skin lacks water. However, both can cause similar symptoms such as tightness and flaking.
Effective treatments include microneedling with hyaluronic acid, which improves skin hydration and absorption of active substances, and high-quality products such as SkinCeutics.
Avoid products containing alcohol, sulfates, and harsh exfoliants, as they can further dry out and irritate the skin.
A routine that includes a mild cleanser, a hydrating serum, a nourishing cream and a sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) helps to hydrate and protect the skin.
In winter, the humidity is lower and central heaters provide dry air. This can accelerate the loss of moisture in your skin, leading to dry skin
Yes, a balanced diet with plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E, and hydration can support the skin from within and reduce dehydration.