Most people think dry skin and dehydrated skin are the same—but they’re not. In fact, understanding the difference between dry and dehydrated skin could be the reason your routine isn’t working.
If you’ve been slathering on lotion but still feel flaky, itchy, or tight, your skin might be asking for more than just moisture. Let’s break down the difference—and how LBXS SKIN can help with both.
1. What’s the Difference Between Dry Skin and Dehydrated Skin?
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Dry skin is a skin type. It means your skin naturally produces less oil and needs richer ingredients to feel soft and stay protected.
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Dehydrated skin is a condition. It means your skin is lacking water—even if you’re oily!
Dry = needs oil.
Dehydrated = needs water.
Most people (especially with melanin-rich or eczema-prone skin) have a mix of both—and they need a layered approachto fix it.
2. Signs Your Skin Is Dehydrated (Not Just Dry)
You might be dealing with dehydrated skin if you notice:
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Skin feels tight, even if it looks oily
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Flaking or dullness that won’t go away
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Makeup sitting unevenly
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Skin that “drinks” moisturizer but still feels rough
If this sounds like you, your skin barrier needs help holding on to hydration.
3. Why Hydration + Moisture Are Both Essential
Hydration and moisture are not the same.
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Hydration = adding water to the skin
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Moisture = sealing that water in
At LBXS SKIN, we formulate products that do both—so your skin can glow, feel soft, and stay calm.
✨ Sea Moss Buttercream – Naked → rich in sea moss (a natural humectant) and ceramides that help attract and seal in water
✨ Repair & Glow → packed with Japanese Camellia Oil +Vegan Squalane to deeply hydrate, plump, and support the moisture barrier
4. The Best Routine for Dry + Dehydrated Skin
Here’s how to treat both conditions at the same time:
Step 1: Cleanse gently
Avoid stripping your skin with harsh foaming cleansers. (Try our Gentle Cleanser instead!)
Step 2: Apply a hydrating oil/serum
Use the Repair & Glow Face and Body Oil on damp skin to draw in water and prep your skin for moisture.
Step 3: Seal with Buttercream
Lock it all in with Naked Buttercream to create a protective seal and soften rough patches—without greasy residue.
Step 4: Repeat day and night
Consistency is key. Your barrier needs daily nourishment to stay strong and balanced.
💛 Final Thoughts: Your Skin Needs Both Oil + Water
If your skin has been acting out—tight one day, greasy the next—it’s time to treat both dryness and dehydration. With the right ingredients and a simple, intentional routine, your skin can finally find its balance.
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