Why does skin become dry?
Why does skin become dry?
When the skin barrier is disrupted, moisture escapes and the skin becomes dry. If cracks then develop in the skin, irritants and allergens can pass into it, which causes inflammation, flare-ups and itching. This is described as atopic skin, or eczema.
HEALTHY
HYDRATED SKIN
has a balanced microbiome and preserved skin barrier
DRY SKIN
has an unbalanced microbiome and an altered skin barrier, which can result in vulnerability to irritants.