“Why is my skin still dry even though I use moisturizer?”
“Do I need more water or more cream?”
“What’s the difference between dehydrated and dry skin?”
I hear these questions almost every single day — and for good reason.
Most people (even skincare lovers!) confuse hydration with moisture, and the two are not the same.
Understanding the difference is the key to choosing the right products, the right facials, and the right routine for year-round glow — especially in Edmonton’s dry climate.
Let’s break it down.
💦 What Is Hydration? (Hint: Your Skin Is Thirsty)
Hydration = water content in the skin.
When your skin is dehydrated, it lacks water — not oil. Even oily skin can be dehydrated.
Signs of Dehydrated Skin:
- Tightness
- Dullness
- Makeup separating or patching
- Fine lines that look like “cracks”
- Feeling dry and oily at the same time
How to Fix It:
Hydrate with water-binding ingredients like:
- Hyaluronic acid
- Glycerin
- Aloe
- Panthenol
- Peptides
✨ Best treatment: Majestic Radiance Aqua Facial
Perfect for deep hydration boost and foundation prep for winter dryness.
🧴 What Is Moisture? (Your Skin Needs Lipids)
Moisture = oil and lipids that keep water locked in.
When your skin is dry, it lacks oil — not water.
Signs of Dry Skin:
- Flaking or rough patches
- Redness or irritation
- Feels dry no matter what
- Needs richer creams
- Looks matte or “flat”
How to Fix It:
Use moisture-sealing ingredients like:
- Ceramides
- Fatty acids
- Shea butter
- Squalane
- Jojoba or plant oils
✨ Best treatment: Mindful Signature Wellness Facial
Perfect for barrier repair, nourishment, and winter skin comfort.
🌿 Hydration vs. Moisture: Why You Need Both
Think of your skin like a sponge:
- Hydration makes the sponge plump with water.
- Moisture seals that water in so it doesn’t evaporate.
If you only hydrate → your skin dries out fast.
If you only moisturize → your skin feels greasy but still tight.
Together, hydration + moisture = balanced, bouncy, glowing skin.
💆♀️ How We Treat Hydration & Moisture at Ma-Arteh
At Ma-Arteh, your facial is always customized to give your skin exactly what it’s missing — not what TikTok told you to use.
Recommended based on skin condition:
For Dehydrated Skin (Needs Water):
- Majestic Radiance Aqua Facial
- Mystical Glow Boosting Facial with hydrating serums
- Moment of Purity Facial for gentle balancing
For Dry Skin (Needs Oil):
- Mindful Signature Wellness Facial
- Barrier-repair protocols
- Lipid-rich massage & moisture layering
Not sure which one you are? Book a facial and I’ll diagnose it for you.
🤍 The Bottom Line
Hydration and moisture aren’t the same — but your skin needs both.
Once you understand the difference, everything from your skincare routine to your facials becomes way more effective.
📅 Ready to Fix Your Dry or Dehydrated Skin?
Let’s bring your skin back to balance. Book your personalized hydration or moisture-focused facial at Ma-Arteh Beauty Studio and Medispa.
Because glowing skin starts with knowing what it actually needs. ✨