Hydrating Skincare Routines for Dry & Dehydrated Skin
When your skin feels tight, rough or just “thirsty,” it’s important to remember: “dry” and “dehydrated” aren’t the same thing. Dry skin lacks oil (lipids), while dehydrated skin lacks water — and the right routine can help both. Guided by our dermal and plant-science expertise, here’s how to restore hydration and comfort step by step.
1. Start with a Gentle, Hydrating Cleanser
Begin by washing away impurities without stripping essential moisture.
Product Pick: Checks & Balances™ Milky Oil Cleanser + Makeup Melter — removes makeup without a trace, dissolves impurities, and leaves skin clean and soft with rice oil, almond oil, and plant-derived glycerin.
Why it helps: When skin feels dry or dehydrated, harsh cleansers can make things feel worse. This milky formula helps preserve hydration and supports the skin barrier.
Quick Tip: Use it as your first cleanse if you wear makeup or sunscreen, then follow with a gentle second cleanse if needed.
2. Replenish with a Hydrating Treatment or Mist
After cleansing, give your skin an instant boost of hydration to prep for what comes next.
Product Pick: Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins™ Mega-Mushroom Soothing Hydra-Mist with Reishi & Snow Mushroom — instantly boosts moisture by +90%* with ultra-fine droplets that absorb on contact.
Why it helps: When skin is dehydrated, it needs help attracting and holding water. This hydra-mist delivers lightweight moisture and soothes on the spot.
Mini Callout: Mist anytime during the day — especially when skin feels tight or after exposure to dry air.
*Clinical testing on 19 women, immediately after product application.
3. Moisturize to Lock In Hydration
Once your skin is hydrated, it’s time to seal it in and strengthen your barrier.
Product Pick: GinZing™ Ultra Hydrating Energy-Boosting Cream — delivers radiance and quenches thirsty complexions with 72-hour hydration. Niacinamide helps lock in moisture and boost the skin’s barrier.
Why it helps: An ultra-hydrating, energy-boosting moisturizer for dry skin that's formulated to help wake up the look of dull, dehydrated, and lackluster complexions.
Quick Tip: Apply moisturizer to damp skin to help lock in hydration.
4. Treat Yourself to an Overnight Hydration Boost
Even the best routines benefit from an extra layer of care.
Product Pick: Drink Up™ Intensive Overnight Hydrating Mask with Avocado & Hyaluronic Acid — delivers 72-hour hydration and leaves skin dewy and refreshed by morning.
Why it helps: Overnight, skin naturally repairs itself. This mask deeply replenishes moisture so you wake up soft, smooth, and comfortable.
Mini Callout: Apply a thin layer to dry areas like your neck or hands — they need extra love, too.
5. Hydrate Beyond the Face
Your body deserves just as much hydration as your face.
Product Pick: Precipitation™ Moisture Recovery Body Lotion — with Sunflower and Soybean Oils, this rich yet fast-absorbing formula helps refresh, renew, and replenish dull, dry skin with no greasy residue.
Why it helps: When skin loses moisture, it shows beyond the face. Nourishing oils help leave skin feeling soft and supple.
Quick Tip: After your shower, apply within minutes while skin is still slightly damp to lock in hydration.
6. Adjust with the Seasons
Your skin’s hydration needs can shift with the weather or your environment. When the air is dry, or when you’re exposed to heat or air conditioning, increase your hydration support.
Humectants like Hyaluronic Acid and Glycerin attract and bind moisture, while emollients like Squalane and Avocado Oil help seal it in by forming a thin protective layer on the surface. Together, they help keep skin soft, smooth, and comfortable — even in challenging conditions.
Mini Callout: Keep a hydra-mist nearby if you travel or spend time in dry environments — it’s an easy way to refresh and comfort your skin throughout the day.
FAQs
What’s the difference between dry and dehydrated skin?
How often should I use a hydrating mask?
Once or twice a week is ideal for most skin types. If your skin feels extra tight or dull, you can use our Drink Up™ Intensive Overnight Mask more often for an added moisture boost
Can I over-hydrate my skin?
What’s the best time to apply hydrating products?
Should I change my routine in different seasons?
The Bottom Line
Dry and dehydrated skin need both water and barrier support. By cleansing gently, layering hydration, sealing in moisture, and adjusting to your environment, you’ll help restore skin’s natural comfort and bounce.
Our nature-meets-science formulas are designed to work with your skin — so you can keep that hydrated, healthy glow every day.