Concerns

Dull, dry, or rough-textured skin

Skin its glow, feeling dehydrated, or uneven in texture with enlarged pores? Let’s look at why, and how to bring it back to health.

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What you might be noticing

Skin looks flat and grey rather than bright. It feels tight after cleansing, rough to the touch or flaky in patches.

Makeup sites on top instead of blending in.

Pores may look larger, and fine lines show more when skin is dehydrated.

Why it happens

Skin renews itself every 28 days or so in your 20s, but this slows with age. Dead cells build up on the surface and reflect light poorly.

The skin barrier can be weakened by harsh cleansers, over-exfoliating, central heating, cold weather and hormonal changes such as menopause. A damaged barrier loses water faster, so skin feels dry and looks dull.

How we assess it

Every treatment plan at Palmeira Clinic in Brighton and Hove starts with a consultation with our medical team, in three steps:

Your concerns and goals

We listen to what’s bothering you and what you’d like to achieve.

A thorough assessment

We review you medical history and examine your skin and features to understand the cause.

Honest advice

We explain what may help, what won’t, and any risks, so you can decide without pressure.

Treatments we may discuss

Depending on your assessment, your clinician may talk you through one or more of the options below. Not every option suits everyone, and we’ll only recommend treatment where we think it’s appropriate.

  • Bespoke Medical Skincare

  • Sunekos®

What you can do at home

  • Switch to a gentle, non-foaming cleanser.
  • Exfoliate no more than two or three times a week.
  • Apply moisturiser to damp skin to lock in water.
  • Look for ceramides, glycerine, niacinamide and hyaluronic acid in your skincare products.
  • Use SPF daily, and run a humidifier in winter if your home is dry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dry skin lacks oil; dehydrated skin lacks water. You can have both, and even oily skin can be dehydrated. Knowing which helps you choose the right products.

Cold air outside and central heating inside both lower humidity, drawing water out of the skin. Many people need a richer routine from October to March.

Yes. Falling oestrogen around perimenopause and menopause reduces collagen and oil, so skin can feel drier and thinner. Pregnancy can also change your skin.

If it itches, cracks, bleeds or forms a rash, it may be a skin condition such as eczema or psoriasis. Your GO can diagnose and treat this.

It can hydrate deeper layers of the skin and target texture more directly. A clinical assessment also makes sure your home routine suits your skin.

Related Reading

    Related concerns we often see in clients

    Skin and facial changes rarely happen in isolation. These concerns often appear alongside each other, and we can look at them together during your consultation.

    • Tired eyes, thinning lips or crepey neck

    • Lines and Wrinkles

    • Acne, redness or uneven skin tone

    IMPORTANT

    Important information

    All treatments are subject to a consultation and medical assessment, and only go ahead if clinically appropriate. Results can’t be guaranteed. Your clinician will explain the benefits, risks and alternatives, including no treatment. The information in this website is for general information and is not a substitute for personal medical advice.

    Next steps

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    Your first appointment is about understanding your skin and what matters to you. We’ll explain your options honestly, and there’s no obligation to go ahead with treatment. If you want any further information please contact us.

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