The upkeep and maintenance of your skin requires a dedicated nighttime skincare. One that helps shed buildup and cues healthy cell renewal while addressing relevant concerns. Luckily, Foxtale is bringing tailored PM routines mapped into different skin types. In this blog, we help you with the best skin care for dry skin. So, keep scrolling.  

We know that dry skin loses its moisture content swiftly, often becoming dehydrated in the process. Therefore, nighttime skincare for dry skin should focus on preventing TEWL (also known as transepidermal water loss) and intense hydration. 

Before we get to these products, let’s see how the skin functions differently at night. 

Understanding Skin’s Circadian Rhythm 

The skin is exposed to dirt, grime, pollutants and other aggressors during the day. To counterbalance the impact, the skin is in protection mode during the AM. However, at night, the skin prioritizes its repair and rejuvenation activities. It sheds the unwarranted buildup and dead cells to ensure healthy cellular renewal.   

Why Do You Need Skincare At The Night? 

There are several reasons why a fleshed-out routine is a must for your nighttime rituals   

1. Better Absorption: For the unversed, your lipid barrier is the most absorbent at night. If you want to treat specific concerns like dryness – your PM routine is the best time to use ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerine, Lactic Acid, Ceramides, D-Patheneol and more. They absorb quickly into the dermis and show visible results swiftly  

2. Aid The Renewal Process: Using active ingredients like Retinols, AHAs and BHAs helps expedite the renewal process, leading to glowing, gorgeous skin.   

3. Seal And Protect: The downside to your lipid barrier being extremely absorbent at night? Your skin loses moisture dramatically. Not only does this make your skin flaky, but also impacts the rejuvenation activities at a cellular level. To thwart these problems, a thick hydrating moisturizer is necessary in your skincare routine. 

Okay, But What Should I Apply On My Dry Skin At Night?

Keeping in mind the cellular renewal process and concerns unique to dry skin – here’s a tailored nighttime routine. This is bound to transform your skin (and life) by leaps and bounds. 

1. Never Budge On Cleansing: Cleansing at night is vital for dry skin too. It gently removes dirt, grime and impurities, revealing a brighter surface sitting underneath. This step in your skincare also ensures the better absorption of your serums and treatments. 

Foxtale Recommends: Hydrating Face Wash with Hyaluronic Acid  

The meticulous formula contains Sodium Hyaluronate (HA) and Red Algae Extract that replenish your skin’s moisture reservoir. The perfect cleanser for dry skin, it soaks up excess sebum and combats acne over time. 

Other USP: This efficient face wash doubles as a makeup remover. It contains gentle surfactants that melt makeup and SPF without disturbing your skin’s pH. 

2. Treat With Care: Next, use a Foxtale serum to address pressing skin concerns. This active-infused formulation travels deep into the skin, guaranteeing visible results in the blink of an eye. 

Foxtale Recommends: The Daily Hydrating Serum  

If you want to double down on hydration for your skin, opt for our Daily Hydrating Serum. It boasts Sodium Hyaluronate (HA) and 5 other hydrators that improve your skin’s capacity to hold water. Results? No dryness or uncomfortable flakiness. Just plump soft skin. 

Other USP: Regular use of the hydrating serum softens signs of skin ageing and reduces inflammation. 

Foxtale Recommends: AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum 

Wake up with a renewed glow using our AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum. Dry skin often appears dull and beat-looking. But not anymore! This high-performing serum contains Glycolic Acid and Salicylic Acid that dissolve buildup to ensure healthy cellular renewal. It is also a good fit for folks with dry, acne-prone skin. Salicylic Acid in this formulation cuts oil, unclogs pores and alleviates acne for smooth skin sans texture. 

Other USP: Unlike many of its counterparts – our Exfoliating Serum contains Hyaluronic Acid that hydrates and offsets any episodes of inflammation. 

Foxtale Recommends: Retinol Anti-Ageing Serum  

 Another serum that supports the repair process while you sleep is Retinol. It exfoliates your skin’s outermost layer to generate newer, healthier cells. You can use this formulation to fight premature signs of skin ageing – a result of perpetually dry skin. 

Other USP: Our unique serum is formulated with Encapsulated Retinol. This rendition of Retinol travels into the deepest layers of the skin and breaks open. Results? A dramatic reduction in episodes of purging and flare-ups. 

3.  Moisturize To Revive Dry Skin 

Moisturization is key for reviving dry, flaky skin. A potent formula creates a protective barrier on the dermis, preventing TEWL or transepidermal water loss. A skin-appropriate moisturizer also softens ageing lines, soothes inflammation and makes your skin appear more youthful. 

Foxtale Recommends: Hydrating Moisturizer with Ceramides 

The lightweight and non-greasy formula ensures 24-hour long moisturization for the skin, keeping it soft, supple and taut. Moreover, the cream carries Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Olive Oil, and Ceramides that improve your skin’s capacity to hold moisture molecules. 

Other USP: Ceramides and Vitamin E sit on the lipid barrier, averting aggressors, pollutants, and free radicals. It is the perfect choice for folks with underlying sensitivities too. 

All you need is 3 quick steps in your nighttime routine to transform your skin exponentially. Remember – if you are administering serums or treatments to your skin, follow up with the Dewy or Matte Sunscreen for dry skin. 

 FAQs  

1. What to apply on dry skin at night? Start with gently cleansing your face with our Hydrating Face Wash Follow up with our in-house Hyaluronic Acid Serum Seal in the treatment with the Hydrating Moisturizer  

2. What is the best serum for dry skin? 

To deeply rejuvenate dry skin, you can try Foxtale’s Hydrating Serum. It contains Sodium Hyaluronate and 5 other hydrators that deeply rejuvenate the skin. 

3. What is the best moisturizer for dry skin? 

 Try Foxtale’s Hydrating Moisturizer with Ceramides. It contains Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer and Olive Oil that improve your skin’s capacity to hold moisture. 

If you want to revive dry skin, a hydrating serum should be on your radar. For those unaware, a hydrating serum improves your skin's water-holding capacity. This formulation usually contains one (or more) humectant that makes your skin soft, supple and radiant – banishing flaky, scaly texture. But that’s not all. A hydrating serum extends several other benefits for your skin. Scroll ahead to learn more about it in this blog. 

Why Is Hydration Important? 

Before we learn the importance of hydrating serums, let’s understand why hydration is important. For the unversed, sustained hydration is vital for your skin’s overall health. Here’s how -

1. Hydration keeps the lipid barrier intact, which serves as the first line of defence for your body.

2. Regular hydration reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and crow’s feet while making your skin supple and radiant.

3. Hydration is also responsible for accelerated healing of the skin. Use a humectant-infused serum to alleviate inflammation, redness, hives and more.

4. A serum with hyaluronic acid helps restore your skin’s youthful appearance. It reduces sagginess and make the skin instantly plumper.

5. What many might know – hydration also helps administer a healthy skin microbiome. Case in point, the lack of hydration cues the sebaceous glands into overdrive mode, leading to excess oiliness.

Why Pick A Hydrating Serum? 

As discussed earlier, a hydrating serum is formulated with one (or more) humectant. This water-loving ingredient binds water molecules to the skin, ensuring sustained hydration.  

While there are several hydrating skincare staples like cleansers and moisturisers, a facial serum is undoubtedly the most effective. This is due to two reasons .

1. A face serum carries a high concentration of active ingredients. This ensures visible results in a short time.  

2. The thin, water-like consistency of a facial serum allows it to seep deep into the skin – adding to its efficacy. 

The Best Hydrating Serum For Dry Skin

Your search for a potent hydrating Hyaluronic Acid Serum ends here. Try Foxtale’s innovative, safe and effective Daily Hydrating Serum. It boasts Sodium Hyaluronate and 5 other humectants that deeply rejuvenate the skin. Results? Soft, radiant skin that no makeup product can mimic. 

Here are some other reasons to love our Daily Hydrating Serum 

- Topical application of our Hydrating Serum makes the skin plump by 75%. 

- The breathable formula ensures 24-long moisturization for the skin, keeping it supple and bouncy throughout the day. 

- Alpha Bisabolol, Betaine and Vitamin E soothe inflamed or irritated skin in only 10 minutes 

- It contains 6 hydration boosters that percolate 6X deeper into the skin for intense hydration. 

The Best Routine For Skin Hydration  

• Here’s how you can maximise your skin’s hydration using the Daily Hydrating Serum. You can use these products for dry skin, in your morning and nighttime skincare routine.

1. Foxtale's Hydrating Face Wash – a gentle hydrating cleanser containing Sodium Hyaluronate and Red Algae Extract removes dirt from the skin while ensuring its long-lasting hydration. The best part? This formulation also doubles as an efficient makeup remover. That’s right. It is packed with gentle surfactants that dissolve every trace of makeup and SPF.

2. Once your skin is dry, take a few drops of the serum and apply it to your face. Never rub the serum, as it may cause stress to your skin.

3. After the serum absorbs into the skin, use a moisturizer to seal in the hydration. Luckily. Foxtale’s Ceramide Super Cream helps double down on efforts for hydration. It contains Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer and Olive Oil that help replenish your skin’s moisture reservoir. Moreover, Ceramide and Vitamin E in the formula sit on the lipid barrier to avert pollutants.

4. Sun protection is non-negotiable, regardless of your skin type. Use it in your AM skincare routine to shield the skin against irksome UVA and UVB rays. For folks with dry skin, we recommend Foxtale’s Dewy Sunscreen. It contains D-Panthenol and Vitamin E that ensure long-lasting moisturization for the skin.

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3. How to use hyaluronic acid and vitamin C together
 

Conclusion

The best way to revive dry skin? Add a hydrating serum to your daily skincare routine. Infused with one (or more) humectant, a serum seeps deep into the skin to replenish the moisture bank.   

Your skin deserves only the best, which is why we recommend the Daily Hydrating Serum for you. The feather-light formula carries Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Aquaporin Boosters, Red Algae Extract, Betaine, Vitamin B5, and Alpha Bisabolol for 6X hydration. 

Rough, sunken or dull skin – the above symptoms may allude to dehydration. For the unversed, dehydration occurs when your skin’s moisture bank is running low. It is a prevalent skin concern and is not to be confused with dryness (which is a skin type).   

Unsure if your skin is dehydrated or not? Here’s a simple test to help you determine. Using two fingers, pinch the skin at the back of your hand. If it bounces back within 3 to 4 seconds, your skin is hydrated. Else, we urge you to continue reading this blog.   

To help restore your skin to its former glory, we bring you a Foxtale-approved cheatsheet of the best hydration products. But before we get there, let’s understand hydration and its many benefits.  

What Is Hydration? 

Hydration is the process of binding water molecules to the skin, ensuring its soft, supple appearance. The best way to hydrate your skin is by adhering to a morning and nighttime skincare ritual with humectants-infused products (more on that later).  

What Are The Best Ingredients To Hydrate?  

Place your trust in water-loving humectants like Hyaluronic Acid, Aquaporin Boosters, Glycerin, Lactic Acid and more. As discussed earlier – the topical application of these humectants improves your skin’s water-holding capacity.  

What Are The Benefits Of Skin Hydration?  

Hydration is not a matter of choice in your skincare routine. In fact, regular hydration is indispensable to healthy, happy skin. Here’s a closer look at the many benefits of hydration.

1. Sustained hydration restores your skin’s youthful appearance while dwindling the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet.

2. If you grapple with dry, flaky patches, ensure daily hydration for the skin. Humectants like HA, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, etc conquer all, ensuring smooth, even texture.

3. Hydration also plays a pivotal role in reinforcing the lipid barrier. For the unversed, the lipid or skin barrier serves as the first wall of defence for your body. It keeps menacing aggressors, pollutants, and impurities at bay.

4. Hydration ensures a balanced microbiome for oily skin. You see, the lack of hydration triggers the sebaceous glands into overdrive mode. Results? More greasiness than usual.

5. Expert studies suggest that hydration accelerates your skin’s healing process. Additionally, humectants like Hyaluronic Acid, Betaine, and Alpha-Bisabolol offsets episodes of inflammation.

What Are The Best Hydration Products On Foxtale  

Without further ado, here are the best hydrating products on Foxtale. Add them your daily skincare and see the results for yourself  

1. The Best Hydrating Face Wash – Foxtale’s Hydrating Face Wash 

Ingredients: Sodium Hyaluronate and Red Algae Extract   

How Does It Work: The innovative cleanser adroitly removes dirt, grime, and impurities without making your skin feel stripped. Sodium Hyaluronate and Red Algae Extract in the formula improve your skin’s capacity to hold water.  

Other USP  

1. The high-performing face wash promotes a healthy lipid barrier, making it one of the best skincare products for sensitive skin. 

2. Red Algae Extract removes excess sebum, ensuring a healthy microbiome for the skin

3. Vitamin B5 alleviates acne and bestows a renewed glow on the skin

4. The formula boasts HydraMelt technology, making it an effective makeup remover. Use it in your PM regimen to dissolve stubborn makeup and SPF traces

2. Best Hydrating Serum – Foxtale’s Daily Hydrating Serum

Ingredients: Sodium Hyaluronate, Aquaporin Boosters, Betaine, Alpha-Bisabolol, D-Panthenol, Red Algae Extract   

How Does It Work: The lightweight formula contains 6 hydrators that seep into your skin and replenish its moisture bank.   

Other USP  

1. The exquisitely creamy serum helps soothe inflammation, rashes and other flare-ups in only 10 minutes. 

2. Use the Hydrating Serum regularly to help soften fine lines, wrinkles, crow’s feet and other signs of premature ageing   

3. Our innovative formula instantly makes the skin plump and ensures long-lasting (24-hour) moisturization. 

4. Use the Daily Hydrating Serum to ensure smooth and buoyant skin 

3. Best Serum For Preserving Hydration – Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum 

Ingredients: Niacinamide and Olive Leaf Extract  

How Does It Work: The topical application of Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum prevents TEWL, helping double down on hydration. Moreover, the skincare multitasker soothes inflamed, irritated skin in a jiffy.  

Other USP  

1. The serum blots excess sebum to ensure oil-free radiance for your skin

2. Our innovative product extends priming benefits too. That’s right. Use it to minimize pores, blur blemishes, and brighten the complexion – creating a smooth, even canvas.

3. Foxtale’s Niacinamide Serum bestows a gorgeous matte finish on the skin, making it the perfect product for your vanity. 

4. Best Hydrating Moisturizer For Dry Skin – Foxtale’s Hydrating Moisturizer 

Ingredients: Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Olive Oil, Ceramides, and Vitamin E   

How Does It Work: The breathable formula with Sodium Hyaluronate Crospolymer and Olive Oil bind water molecules to the skin, improving its hydration. Moreover, Ceramides forms a protective barrier on the dermis, preventing TEWL or transepidermal water loss.  

Other USP  

1. Our Hydrating Moisturizer smoothens skin in the first 5 uses.

2. It’s Barrier Repair Formula boosts your skin’s ability to reverse damage.

3. Ceramides and Vitamin E shield the skin against pollutants, free radicals, and other menacing aggressors.

4. Hydrogenated Olive Oil in the cream makes it extremely nourishing, especially for sensitive skin types. 

5. Best Hydrating Moisturizer For Oily Skin – Foxtale’s Oil Free Moisturizer 

Ingredients: Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, Red Algae Extract, Blue-Green Algae Extract, and Betaine  

How Does It Work: We know that hydration is vital for oily skin types too. Foxtale’s Oil Free Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid and Marine Extracts improve your skin’s water-holding capacity. Formulated for oily, combination, acne-prone skin – the moisturizer doesn’t add grease, clog pores or flare up underlying sensitivities.  

Other USP  

1. Niacinamide cuts excess oil from the skin, ensuring a balanced microbiome. 

2. Topical application of the moisturizer prevents clogged pores and acne.

3. If your skin has been looking dull, add the Oil Free Moisturizer in your skincare rotation. Niacinamide reduces spots and patches while brightening the skin with time.

4. Our innovative gel-based formula also upholds the lipid barrier for healthy skin. For those unaware, Niacinamide boosts Ceramide and Elastin production to improve barrier functionality. 

FAQs  

1. How can I hydrate my skin in 2 days? 

If you want to hydrate your skin in 2 days – we recommend using these products in your morning and nighttime rituals. 

- Start by gently cleansing your face with Foxtale’s Hydrating Face Wash.  

- Once your skin is dry, dab the Hydrating Serum on your face. This formula shows instantaneous results by making the skin plump.  

- After the treatment, use the Hydrating Moisturizer with Ceramides to lock the hydration. 

2. What are some tips and tricks to hydrate my skin? 

- Steer clear of harsh skincare

- Don’t use alcohol-infused formula   

- Use a humidifier  

-  Avoid hot showers 

Contrary to common belief, dry skin needs regular exfoliation too. But there is no denying that this can be a little tricky. For those unaware, exfoliation involves dissolving buildup from the skin to reveal a smooth, glowing surface underneath.   

But how should one proceed when their skin is already dry, flaky or even scaly in texture? Wouldn’t exfoliation aggravate the above concerns? Well, the answer is a resounding no.  

With the right technique and products, you can easily exfoliate dry, flaky skin. This step in your daily routine will help ensure even radiant skin and a balanced microbiome. Infact, regular exfoliation also casts away the flakiness that makes your complexion cloudy or dull. Before getting to the handpicked products, let’s understand exfoliation and its many benefits. 

What Is Exfoliation? 

As discussed, exfoliation dissolves dead cells, debris and dirt from the skin, revealing a smooth, radiant surface.  

For the unversed, the skin renews itself every few days (< 30) days. This leads to the formation of new skin cells on the dermis. If by this time, the dead cells and debris don’t fall out, your skin appears dull, patchy and flaky. 

In other words, exfoliation helps accelerate the regeneration process of skin cells. This biweekly step in your routine also dissolves the dirt, grime, and other pollutants accumulated on your skin. Results? A renewed glow that is hard to recreate. 

What Are The Benefits Of Exfoliation? 

Exfoliation is a great way to reset your skin at home. If you are wondering whether you need another step in your routine, consider its many benefits 

1. Exfoliation unclogs pores: Exfoliation helps remove dead, dry cells deep inside the pores. This helps drastically minimize the appearance of pores.  

2. Exfoliation reduces blackheads and whiteheads: Clogged pores when further aggravated turn into blackheads or whiteheads. For those unaware, blackheads have bigger openings on the skin that lead to melanin oxidation – resulting in the said colour. On the other hand, the small openings of whiteheads don’t let air inside.  

3. Exfoliation prevents acne or breakouts: Acne occurs when bacteria thrive in clogged pores. Exfoliation buffs away buildup and oil – nipping this problem in the bud. If you struggle with dry, acne-prone skin, do consider exfoliating twice weekly. 

4. Exfoliation reduces dullness: Dryness or flakiness can wane the complexion. If you are in the same boat, might we recommend exfoliation for your skincare rotation? This process dissolves dead cells, debris and flakiness to ensure an even texture. Plus, the renewed glow is just chef kisses.  

5. Exfoliation ensures healthy cell turnover: Exfoliation helps dissolve dead cells which ensures the healthy and accelerated regeneration of skin cells.  

6. Exfoliation improves Collagen production: If you wish to age gracefully, add exfoliation to your weekly skincare routine. Exfoliation over a prolonged period helps bolster Collagen production in the skin cells. For those unaware – Collagen is a protein responsible for your skin’s taut and supple appearance. It also reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet.

How Often Should I Exfoliate My Dry Skin? 

Experts suggest that exfoliating twice a week is enough for folks with dry skin. If you exceed this upper limit, there are increased chances of experiencing uncomfortably tight skin.

What Is Over-Exfoliation? 

Over-exfoliation removes natural oils from the skin, drying your already parched and flaky. To steer clear of this problem, we recommend opting for exfoliation biweekly. 

What Is The Best Product For Exfoliation? 

Now that you are well-versed in the many benefits of exfoliation, it's time to add a product to your rotation. Try Foxtale’s AHA BHA Serum STAT. The innovative and gentle serum has been formulated with all skin types in mind.  

Still on the fence? Here’s why our Exfoliating Serum is a must-have 

1. No tingling or burning sensation: Foxtale’s AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum doesn’t burn or tingle the skin on application. 

2. Supports barrier health: The serum contains Niacinamide that strengthens the lipid barrier – making it one of the products for dry skin. 

3. Ensures long-lasting hydration for the skin: Worried that exfoliation will dry out your skin? Place your trust in Foxtale’s AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum. It contains Hyaluronic Acid that improves your skin’s capacity to hold moisture. 

4. Instantaneous results: If you struggle with uneven skin texture, this product should be on your radar. It ensures visible smoothness from the very first use. One of the best glowing skin products, you can grab this formula only at INR 545. 

5. Grants a renewed glow to the skin: Glycolic Acid in this serum sheds dead cells and cues healthy renewal, guaranteeing a renewed glow for the skin.

How Should I Use The AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum? 

Make the most of Foxtale’s AHA BHA Exfoliating Serum by adding it to your weekly routine. Regardless of the skin type, we encourage readers to use the treatment only at night. Here’s why -

1. Some folks may experience photosensitivity due to AHA BHA. To avoid any accidental flare-ups or inflammation, we recommend using this serum at night.

2. The skin has a circadian rhythm which prioritizes repair and rejuvenation at night. Active ingredients like AHA BHA help expedite the renewal process by dissolving buildup. 

3. For those unaware, the skin or lipid barrier is the most absorbent at night. This is why we recommend using the serum at night for better results. 

What Are Some Do’s and Don’ts While Applying Face Serum?

Do: Use a light hand to gently dab the serum onto your skin 

Don’t: Don’t aggressively rub your skin as it may cause stress. 

Do: Take only 2 to 3 drops of the serum for one wear. For the unversed, serums contain a high concentration of active ingredients. Therefore, a little goes a long way.

Don’t: Don’t apply serum on damp skin. 

Do: Before applying the serum, thoroughly cleanse your face with a soothing formula.

Don’t: Don’t apply serum on inflamed or irritated skin.

Do: If you are new to a skincare product or an active ingredient, remember to conduct a patch test on the neck first.