How To Heal Dry Skin With Emollients
They are used to reverse dryness and scaling, fine lines and wrinkles, and irritant contact dermatitis. Emollients are especially useful in managing eczema, psoriasis, and ichthyosis. Causes of Dry Skin Dry skin is the result of a lack of water in the stratum corneum. The stratum corneum draws water from deeper layers of the skin, and a very thin layer of sebum and dead skin cells help retain moisture. When the stratum corneum loses moisture it loses elasticity and the skin appears cracked and scaly....