How to Choose a Facial Cleanser for Dry Skin

A closer look at dry skin

Anyone can experience dry skin at any age, and it is often caused by the skin losing too much water or its natural oils. Dry skin can occur at any age and can be caused by excessive water or natural oil loss in the skin. Causes of dry skin include a lack of available moisture in the surrounding air, harsh soaps and other skincare products, a genetic predisposition that results in the skin producing less sebum (or oil), certain medications (such as those designed to lower cholesterol)¹ and chronic conditions like eczema, psoriasis and diabetes.

Regardless of the specific root cause, most dry skin has one thing in common: a compromised skin barrier. The skin’s barrier is designed to keep moisture in and irritants out, but when it doesn’t perform as it should, it’s easier for moisture to evaporate and potential irritants to enter.

 

Ingredients to look for

 

In addition to a mild, gentle formula, there are a few additional beneficial ingredients to look for in a facial cleanser for dry skin.

• Hyaluronic Acid: Found naturally within the skin, hyaluronic acid is a sugar that is naturally produced by the body and is responsible for the skin’s plumpness and volume. This ingredient can attract and retain moisture, making it an excellent non-comedogenic hydrating ingredient. A facial cleanser for dry skin with hyaluronic acid forms a layer of hydration on top of the skin that enhances its feeling of softness and smoothness. In addition to hydrating the skin’s surface, hyaluronic acid also helps plump the skin.
  
  
• Ceramides: Ceramides are lipids that act as “mortar” between the skin’s cellular “bricks” to help reinforce the skin’s barrier and help the skin retain moisture. Ceramides also help the skin barrier protect against environmental aggressors like irritants and pollutants. Without the proper ratio of ceramides, the skin’s barrier can become compromised, which can lead to dryness, itching and irritation. A facial cleanser for dry skin that contains ceramides can help minimize barrier disruption caused by cleansing and increase the skin’s moisture levels.

 

 

The ideal cleanser for dry skin

 

There are several options when selecting a face wash for dry skin. Our Hydrating Facial Cleanser is a lightweight lotion formula that effectively removes dirt and makeup while rinsing away easily, without leaving any residue behind. Our soap-free Hydrating Cleanser Bar can offer the same benefits in a familiar, easy-to-use solid form.  CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser is a lightweight foaming formula that effectively removes dirt and makeup while rinsing away easily, without leaving any residue behind.