Dry skin can be a congenital or acquired condition. It accompanies some dermatological diseases such as psoriasis, atopic dermatitis and some internal medicine diseases. 

It is often found in older people, where it is caused by a drop in hormone levels. It can be a subtle problem or a very serious problem characterised by cracked and peeling skin, itching and even infection with microbes. Dry skin is characterised by a lack of moisture in the top layer of the skin. In the top layer of the skin, the epidermis, the skin cells, keratinocytes, which are embedded in the fat of the epidermis, like bricks in a mortar, form a barrier that prevents toxins, allergens and microbes from entering the skin and excessive moisture loss from the body.

If the skin barrier in the top layer of the skin is damaged, moisture from the deeper layers of the skin passes quickly and unhindered into the atmosphere, causing drying of the skin. The skin barrier can be damaged by the application of degreasers (acetone and petrol), rubbing and too frequent use of detergents and frequent wetting of the skin. When the top layer of the skin loses too much moisture, the skin becomes rough to the touch, cracks, reddens and itches. In areas where sebaceous glands are scarce, such as the shins, underarms and torso, these changes are first noticed or are most pronounced.

Patients often describe having either dry or oily skin on their face. The two conditions are not mutually exclusive, which is why we often see oily skin on the face. T-zone (forehead, nose, cheeks and chin), while elsewhere the skin may also be dry. This is called a mixed skin type. In addition, someone may have oily skin all over the face, but dry skin all over the body due to a lack of sebaceous glands.

Dry skin can be cured

Dry skin is treated by restoring moisture.  To do this, we use products that have the ability to prevent moisture loss through the skin or to retain moisture in the top layer of the skin.

These are also called humectants. These include creams and lotions containing hyaluronic acid, ceramides, urea, lactate, glycerol, polyhydroxy acids, omega-6 fatty acids, as well as
micro pulverised starch.

Mesotherapy – the injection of small amounts of hyaluronic acid on the face, neck and décolleté – can also improve the skin’s moisture levels. Moisturising the skin is also rejuvenating it, as it is known that in addition to improving the appearance of the skin’s surface, the deeper layers of the skin also experience a reduction in the activity of enzymes that break down collagen and hyaluronic acid.

The type of skin on the face and the distribution of areas with oily or dry skin can be accurately determined at the Derma Center using Visia® digital facial skin analysis. During the examination, the dermatologist will advise you on the choice of products for the basic treatment of dry skin.

Appointments and further information

To book an appointment, contact us Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16:00 on the following telephone number: 064 12 80 15 or send an e-mail: info@derma-rogaska.si