Severely Dry Skin Resists Moisture Absorption

By late October, indoor humidity often drops below 30%. Skin is considered "dry" when the moisture content of the stratum corneum falls below 30%. When indoor humidity drops to this level, even diligent daily care can gradually lead to dry skin. To prevent this, it's essential to build up your skin's fundamental resilience. If dryness hasn't progressed too far, the lotion pack method introduced last time is sufficient. However, for sudden, severe dryness, it won't be enough.

When dryness becomes extreme, the stratum corneum can peel. In response, the skin thickens the stratum corneum to prevent this. This means that even when cell turnover occurs, the thickened layer doesn't shed. To put it simply, it's like a scab. Consequently, a dull or rough complexion is a sign of advanced dryness, and at this stage, any attempt to add moisture will be repelled. Here's where we need a change in approach.

First, Let's Make Your Stiff, Dry Skin Supple

Consider a sponge: when it's saturated with water, it's soft and its pores are barely visible. But if left unused for a while, it dries out, warps, and the pores become prominent. At this point, it struggles to absorb water. However, if the surface is softened, it acts like a filter, allowing water to flow in smoothly. This principle also applies to the skin.

The general skincare order is typically: lotion (moisture) → serum (nutrients & oil) → emulsion (oil). However, when dryness is a concern, start by applying a light-textured serum or emulsion to soften the surface. Once the skin becomes supple, then introduce moisture. But if the dryness is severe, a single application won't penetrate deeply. So, apply oil again to make it supple, then reintroduce moisture. Repeating this process to gradually penetrate deeper is the "Mille-feuille" method.

Achieve Supple Skin by Layering Moisturizing Ingredients

Seal it all in with Niliya Lift Cream.

Just like a pastry mille-feuille, you layer multiple layers of moisturizing ingredients. About seven layers is ideal. After softening the skin, apply lotion, serum, lotion, serum, lotion, serum – three repetitions – and finally, seal it with the cream's oil. Touch your skin after this. It should feel incredibly supple.

However, remember to choose "light-textured" serums and emulsions for this process. If you use rich, heavy oil-based products, they will act as a seal, preventing moisture from penetrating, no matter how much you apply.

Shop for Products Perfect for the "Mille-feuille" Method!

Mille-feuille Set
Niliya Essence Lotion + Niliya Beauty Serum EX + Niliya Lift Cream

Niliya Lift Cream
Formulated with botanical ingredients that have a firming effect, this cream helps prevent sagging and promotes firm, elastic skin. It melts into the skin, nurturing a complexion that is both dewy and highly translucent.