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fungirlz · 11-16-2002, 07:56 AM

Let’s take a moment and look at the different skin conditions.

Skin Conditions develop over time and can apply to all three skin types ( with the exception of acne, which is rarely found in combination with dry skin)… Remember everyone is unique in their skin.. The most common conditions are pigmentation, acne vulgaris, ageing, dehydration, couperose and sensitivity.

Over the next several days we can discuss each of these conditions..
Today lets look at One of the most common.. Dehydration.
It means lack of sufficient moisture in the cellular system and the intercellular channels.
The look of dehydration is flaky, dry and scaly..The skin feels tight…..When you tug at the skin it “crinkles” like tissue paper..
I’m sure ya’ll see quite a few of your guests who tan with you that have this look..
The skin also may look as if there is additional thin layer of skin placed on top of it.
(this thin tissue layer look will appear on the nose and forehead.. note closely at the individual.. do not mistake dehydration for dryness).

Dehydration is caused by a lot of perspiration of the individual..the lack of producing enough sebum can not prevent the evaporation of the natural moisture.. maybe the individual has a weak metabolism but most likely if they are under 50 years of age and have this condition they lack in their intake of water. ( go back and read the thread about WATER if you have questions regarding H2O intake)..

This condition can become worse due to atmosphere…too much sun, wind, not using a good sun protection when you are outdoor playing or relaxing.. It can also be aggravated by not using the proper skin care products on the skin. Using a harsh soap…..drinking too much coffee, soda pop, teas…. taking a diuretic medication can cause this condition..
There are quite a few reasons why dehydration can occur.

Dehydration is one of the hardest conditions to diagnose. It is most of the time confused with dryness….because of the lack of oil in the skin. Dry skin can be dehydrated because of the lack of moisture retention.
But remember both oily and dry skin can be dehydrated.

When the moisture is lost in the skin the surface layers become hard and block oil secretion.. remember it is having a hard time retaining the moisture level needed..
This is very bad ( and can be painful) when this condition happens to an individual with Acne.. the oil traps in the corneum layer and thus the infection is also trapped.. ( follow?)

…… I feel it is best to first diagnose the skin type.. then the condition.. not the other way around..

One must use a protective moisturizer along with hydrating crème when they have this condition..
Remember using a lotion or crème moisturizer that is water binding does NOT mean you do not need a protective crème’…
Look for products containing hyaluronic acid,dimethicone,collagen, glycerin, glycolic acid,latic acid………
Every 8 days use a hydrating mask .. if super dehydrated maybe use it every 4-5 days..

Remember… you need to advise your guests you see about maintaining proper levels of moisture in the skin..

There is a whole art to this “tanning thing” we do… learn about the largest organ of the body THE SKIN.. and help your guests get the Best Possible tan in the shortest period of time..

We will continue our discussion of Skin Conditions later..

Thoughts on this???

C

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Christine'
Home from Nashville.. and gonna tell ya about it..[ This Message was edited by: fungirlz on 2002-11-16 07:57 ]

11-16-2002, 07:56 AM	#8 (permalink)
fungirlz Join Date: Jan 17 2002 Posts: 4,753 Rep Power: 8	Let’s take a moment and look at the different skin conditions. Skin Conditions develop over time and can apply to all three skin types ( with the exception of acne, which is rarely found in combination with dry skin)… Remember everyone is unique in their skin.. The most common conditions are pigmentation, acne vulgaris, ageing, dehydration, couperose and sensitivity. Over the next several days we can discuss each of these conditions.. Today lets look at One of the most common.. Dehydration. It means lack of sufficient moisture in the cellular system and the intercellular channels. The look of dehydration is flaky, dry and scaly..The skin feels tight…..When you tug at the skin it “crinkles” like tissue paper.. I’m sure ya’ll see quite a few of your guests who tan with you that have this look.. The skin also may look as if there is additional thin layer of skin placed on top of it. (this thin tissue layer look will appear on the nose and forehead.. note closely at the individual.. do not mistake dehydration for dryness). Dehydration is caused by a lot of perspiration of the individual..the lack of producing enough sebum can not prevent the evaporation of the natural moisture.. maybe the individual has a weak metabolism but most likely if they are under 50 years of age and have this condition they lack in their intake of water. ( go back and read the thread about WATER if you have questions regarding H2O intake).. This condition can become worse due to atmosphere…too much sun, wind, not using a good sun protection when you are outdoor playing or relaxing.. It can also be aggravated by not using the proper skin care products on the skin. Using a harsh soap…..drinking too much coffee, soda pop, teas…. taking a diuretic medication can cause this condition.. There are quite a few reasons why dehydration can occur. Dehydration is one of the hardest conditions to diagnose. It is most of the time confused with dryness….because of the lack of oil in the skin. Dry skin can be dehydrated because of the lack of moisture retention. But remember both oily and dry skin can be dehydrated. When the moisture is lost in the skin the surface layers become hard and block oil secretion.. remember it is having a hard time retaining the moisture level needed.. This is very bad ( and can be painful) when this condition happens to an individual with Acne.. the oil traps in the corneum layer and thus the infection is also trapped.. ( follow?) …… I feel it is best to first diagnose the skin type.. then the condition.. not the other way around.. One must use a protective moisturizer along with hydrating crème when they have this condition.. Remember using a lotion or crème moisturizer that is water binding does NOT mean you do not need a protective crème’… Look for products containing hyaluronic acid,dimethicone,collagen, glycerin, glycolic acid,latic acid……… Every 8 days use a hydrating mask .. if super dehydrated maybe use it every 4-5 days.. Remember… you need to advise your guests you see about maintaining proper levels of moisture in the skin.. There is a whole art to this “tanning thing” we do… learn about the largest organ of the body THE SKIN.. and help your guests get the Best Possible tan in the shortest period of time.. We will continue our discussion of Skin Conditions later.. Thoughts on this??? C _________________ Christine' Home from Nashville.. and gonna tell ya about it..[ This Message was edited by: fungirlz on 2002-11-16 07:57 ]