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Dry skin can be a temporary seasonal issue or a year-round concern. It happens when the skin doesn’t retain enough moisture, due to genetics, weather, ageing, or harsh products leaving it feeling tight, rough, flaky, or even itchy. Dehydration is different, it’s a lack of water in the skin, which can affect all skin types, even oily ones. The right treatments and skincare can replenish lost hydration, strengthen the barrier, and keep moisture locked in for longer.
Exposure to cold air, wind, and low humidity strips away natural moisture, leaving skin tight, flaky, and prone to irritation.
When the skin doesn’t produce enough natural oils, it struggles to lock in hydration, leading to dryness and rough patches.
Cleansers or skincare with strong ingredients can strip away the skin’s protective barrier, making it more prone to dryness.
As we age, cell renewal slows and the skin barrier weakens, making dryness, thinning, and loss of hydration more common.
Our team will help make taking care of your skin health easy to understand, and even easier to stay committed to. The beauty industry is noisy and confusing but at Caci we’re calm, we keep it simple and we’re experts.
At Caci we love nothing better than to give people a lift – not just to your skin, but to your confidence, wellbeing, and belief in the power of looking after yourself. Setting aside some ‘me time’ daily at home and in clinic each
month. That’s all it takes.
We’re here to help you to feel confident in your skin.
We’re for you.
Dry skin happens when the skin’s barrier can’t hold enough moisture. It can be caused by genetics, cold weather, low oil production, harsh skincare products, or ageing. In New Zealand, strong winds and seasonal changes often make dryness worse.
Dry skin lacks oil, while dehydrated skin lacks water. Dry skin often feels tight, rough, or flaky, whereas dehydrated skin can look dull and feel tight even if it’s oily. A free consultation at Caci can help determine which one you’re experiencing.
Skincare is essential, but for stubborn or recurring dryness, clinic treatments give faster, longer-lasting results. At Caci, hydrating treatments like sonophoresis skin infusions, microdermabrasion, and the Skinsmiths B12 Hydrating Facial help restore moisture and strengthen the skin barrier.
We recommend treatments such as:
Sonophoresis Skin Infusion → deeply infuses hydrating serums.
Skinsmiths B12 Hydrating Facial → boosts moisture and glow.
Microdermabrasion → gently removes dry, dead skin for better absorption.
These are paired with targeted skincare to maintain results at home.
Consistency is key. Daily SPF, hydrating moisturisers, and avoiding harsh cleansers all help. Professional treatments every few weeks, combined with a customised homecare routine, will keep skin healthy, soft, and hydrated.