BIODROGA - MOISTURE AND BALANCE FOR DRY SKIN

The hydration of the skin

Many different factors are responsible for the natural moisture condition of the skin. A well formed hydrolipid film with many natural moisturising factors (NMF) is of great importance. They form the perfect interplay with low transepidermal water loss (TEWL). Well filled reservoirs in the connective tissue complete the optimal hydration of the skin. The hydrolipid film is formed by the secretions of the sweat and sebaceous glands. It keeps the skin supple and, together with the acid protection mantle and skin barrier, helps protect the skin from harmful external influences, such as pathogenic bacteria or fungi.

This fine tuned balance can be disturbed by different influences:

• Genetic predisposition and age
• Too aggressive skin cleansing
• Care products that are not tailored to the current skin needs
• Stress, hustle and bustle, nicotine, high alcohol consumption and especially UV
   radiation, wind and cold, air conditioning and heating air
• Lack of moisture supply via beverages
• Progressive skin aging.