Dry skin usually becomes noticeable immediately after cleansing: a pronounced tight feeling that does not go away without care. The surface feels rough or slightly flaky, and the complexion looks dull and lacks radiance. It reacts more quickly and intensely to external stimuli such as cold, dry heating air, or wind than other skin types.

It is important to distinguish between dry skin type and dehydrated skin. Dehydration is a temporary condition – it can also affect oily skin and is caused by lack of moisture, air conditioning, or incorrect care. Dry skin, on the other hand, is genetically determined: the sebaceous glands permanently produce too little sebum, and the skin cannot adequately maintain its protective film.

Other typical signs: fine dryness lines that should not be confused with real wrinkles; itching with severe dryness; a slightly grayish complexion when the skin is very dehydrated. Dry skin visibly improves when the right care is used – this is a reliable identifying feature.