Dry to very dry skin - care recommendation

Skin type: Dry to very dry skin

Signs, triggers and care products for dry to very dry skin

Skin appearance:

dry, mainly with lack of lipids (either depending on the season or permanent) or with lack of moisture
scaly, coarse skin surface with tendency of small cracks
prone to skin inflammation
unbalanced blood circulation
sensitivity to chemical and physical influences
high sensitivity to sunlight

Affected persons / measures:

2/3 of children under the age of 10
about 30 % of the people from 10 to 60
almost all people over 60
consistent skin care is needed from youth onwards to prevent skin problems

General information:

Dry skin is common in all age groups and affects almost all people over 60. Even people with normal skin may suffer from dry skin during the cold season. This shows why care for dry skin is such an important topic in skin care.

Dry skin often has a lack of lipids and the skin surface is scaly and coarse. It has a tendency to small cracks which might inflame.

People with dry skin must give care to their skin consistently already from young age to prevent skin problems. BIOTURM offers a wide range of natural cosmetic products specially designed for the care of dry to very dry skin.

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Cleansing milk no.10

Mild and gentle cleaning for face and body. Sensitive skin has to be cleansed particularly gently and at the same time cared for while washing. Our soap-free Cleansing milk no.10 contains mild surfactants and additional lipids which prevent the skin from strong defatting by cleaning. Therefore, it is very well suitable for dry to very dry skin and for irritated skin (e. g. in case of neurodermatitis or psoriasis. Panthenol increases the skin's ability to keep moisture and soothes skin irritations. The ideal combination of the normalising lacto-intensive active complex and precious vegetable oil of controlled organic cultivation provides for a good skin feeling after washing or showering.Areas of application: For cleaning of face and body in case of dry and irritated skin, also therapy-related in case of neurodermatitis and psoriasis. Suitable as cleansing milk for babys (also for nappy area). Application: Put a small amount onto moistened hands, flannel or cotton pad. Cleanse the skin and rinse with water.

Content: 200 ml (€74.75* / 1 litre)

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€14.95*

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Bath and shower gel no.14

Mild foaming cleansing for sensitive skin. The Bath and shower gel no.14 is especially suitable for the cleansing of dry and sensitive skin.The lacto-intensive active complex protects and cares for the skin already by taking a shower. Vegetable relipidizing agents avoid defattening of the skin during cleaning.The shower gel forms a fine foam and leaves the skin feeling pleasantly soft without tension.Areas of application: For daily, especially mild cleansing of the body in case of dry and sensitive skin. Application: Apply to wet skin, rub in gently and rinse thoroughly.

Content: 200 ml (€54.75* / 1 litre)

€10.95*

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plastic free

Cleansing bar soap-free sensitive no.130

Yielding bar for daily mild and pH skin-neutral cleansing of the body. The Cleansing bar soap-free sensitive no.130 with organic shea butter is made for daily mild and pH skin-neutral cleaning of the body especially in case of sensitive skin and provides a pleasant skin feeling. The bar is very yielding and simply foams with sufficient water. The voluminous foam can be perfectly spread. The lacto-intensiv active complex normalises the skin flora and its acid mantle and cares for the skin already during washing. Our soap-free cleansing bars are an excellent alternative for all who want to avoid plastic waste and thus to protect the environment. The packaging is plastic-free, the recyclable box is made from cellulose obtained from 100 % agricultural waste. The bars are perfect for travel and sports and are a sustainable alternative to small size products.All CO2 emissions that occur during production are compensated by international climate protection projects.Areas of application: For daily gentle cleansing of the body with skin-neutral pH value, especially for sensitive skin. Application: Make the bar foam with sufficient water. Apply to wet skin and hair and massage in lightly, then rinse thoroughly. Allow the bar to dry after use.

Content: 100 g (€99.50* / 1 kilogram)

€9.95*

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Oil-whey bath sensitive no.116

Skin soothing care bath for sensitive and stressed skin. The unique combination of the special lacto-intensive active complex made of organic whey and high-quality organic sunflower oil in the Oil-whey bath sensitive no.116 has a skin calming effect on the skin. Especially stressed and dry skin (e. g. in case of neurodermatitis and psoriasis) is regenerated – organic oils of almond and evening primrose additionally indulge the skin. Together with black currant seed oil, the skin is refattened during the bath and the oils provide for a smooth skin without the feeling of tension. The bath is also suitable for the sensitive skin of babies and children.In contrast to pure oil baths, the high-quality vegetable oils and the special lacto-intensive active complex from organic whey mix with the entire bath water to an extraordinary, milky care bath that leaves no oil film either in the bath or on the skin.Areas of application: Full bath in case of dry and stressed skin, also therapy-related care in case of neurodermatitis and psoriasis. Also suitable for the sensitive skin of babies and children. Application: Pour the content into the bath water (whole content in case of the bag or a part of it in case of the glass bottle) and stir. Duration of the bath: 10 to 20 minutes.Water temperature: between 35 °C and 38 °C. Recommended use once or twice per week, preferably in the evening before going to bed.

Content: 30 ml (€108.33* / 1 litre)

€3.25*

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Face cream 5 % urea no.7

With moisturising urea for a calming and light care of facial skin. Urea is found on healthy human skin as a natural moisturiser. In case of extremely dry skin, neurodermatitis and psoriasis, the content of urea is reduced considerably, meaning the skin cannot absorb as much moisture as healthy skin can do. Our Face cream 5 % urea no.7 replenishes the missing amount of urea and increases the moisture of facial skin. The lacto-intensive active complex provides for intensive care and regeneration of damaged skin. Itchiness and tense feeling are reduced.Our Face cream with 5 % urea is WITHOUT perfume and thus also suitable for allergic persons.Due to the hygienic packaging, no air can get inside the airless dispenser. The content is particularly well protected and can be removed completely. To activate the airless system, pump vigorously several times at the beginning until the cream gets out.Areas of application: Extremely dry, dehydrated facial skin. Free of fragrances, therefore also suitable for allergic persons and as therapy-related care in the treatment of neurodermatitis and psoriasis. Application: As required apply several times daily onto cleansed facial skin.

Content: 75 ml (€159.33* / 1 litre)

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€11.95*

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Face cream dry skin no.8

Calming and protective skin care for dry facial skin. Our rich Face cream dry skin no.8 is the allround care product of our face care line. The lacto-intensive active complex together with frankincense extract protects the skin against environmental influences during the day and supports the skin’s own regeneration at night. Valuable plant oils, cocoa butter and other active plant ingredients soothe and care for the skin. Due to the hygienic packaging, no air can get inside the airless dispenser. The content is particularly well protected and can be removed completely. To activate the airless system, pump vigorously several times at the beginning until the cream gets out. Areas of application: For daily care of normal or slightly dry facial skin. Application: Apply in the morning and in the evening onto cleansed facial skin.

Content: 75 ml (€199.33* / 1 litre)

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€14.95*

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with own organic honey

Lip care repair no.54

Intensive and moisturizing care for dry, chapped lips. Nothing is more annnoying than dry, chapped or even cracked lips, especially in winter time. But also the sun may be a reason that our lips are losing moisture. Thus it is very important to take care of the lips and to give them enough moisture.Our Lip care REPAIR no.54 provides for soft and supple lips. The lacto-intensive active complex combined with honey (from own beeskeeping) calms and cares. Calendula is a popular household remedy in case of cracked skin areas and is used in our lip care as organic extract. Further precious ingredients such as organic vegetable oils from almond and organic jojoba ensure suppleness. Natural ectoin provides moisture. Tip: For preventive care of the lips, we recommend our Lip care protection no.55 or our Lip balm no.69 as wind and weather protection.Areas of application: Care of dry, chapped lips that need moisture. Application: Apply several times per day as required. Pump a small amount out of the bottle and spread the cream on the lips with your fingers. Thanks to the hygienic airless dispenser, the content can be taken out of the bottle completely. It is perfectly protected against air or dirt penetrating from the outside.

Content: 10 ml (€995.00* / 1 litre)

€9.95*

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with own organic honey

Lip balm no.69

Creamy balm for long-lasting care and gloss. The Lip balm no.69 prevents the lips to crack and gives a lasting gloss. Organic aloe vera moisturises the skin, organic shea butter and organic honey (from own beekeeping) make chapped lips velvety soft and smooth. Is it already too late? In case of cracked lips, we recommend our Lip care repair no.54 as fast and regenerating help. Areas of application: Care for dry lips giving lasting gloss and suppleness. Application: Apply several times per day as required. Pump a small amount out of the bottle and spread the cream on the lips with your fingers. Thanks to the hygienic airless dispenser, the content can be taken out of the bottle completely. It is perfectly protected against air or dirt penetrating from the outside.

Content: 10 ml (€995.00* / 1 litre)

€9.95*

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Hydrating lotion no.2

Light lotion with urea and panthenol for dry skin with a lack of moisture. The Hydrating lotion no.2 is absorbed quickly and has a regenerating and calming effect. Urea, a natural element of the skin, provides for the necessary moisture; panthenol regenerates the skin. Our lacto-intensive active complex normalises additionally. The lotion - which is particularly used in therapy-related care of neurodermatitis and psoriasis as well as for dry skin - also contains natural oils leaving the skin supple. Redness and irritations are soothed, scaly skin optic and tense feeling subside.Areas of application: Dry and stressed skin with a lack of moisture and therapy-related care in case of neurodermatitis and psoriasis. Coarse skin, age-related skin problems, dryness due to weather conditions as well as general skin care for babies and children. Application: Apply daily either on smaller or larger skin areas.

Content: 200 ml (€89.75* / 1 litre)

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€17.95*

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Lotion 10 % urea no.6

Lotion for daily care of extremly dry / coarse skin - therapy-related care especially in case of psoriasis. Urea is a natural moisturizing factor and can be found on every healthy human skin. In case of extremely dry skin, neurodermatitis and psoriasis, the amount of urea on the skin is considerably reduced, so the skin cannot bind as much moisture as healthy skin can do. Thus the Lotion 10 % urea no.6 gives the skin the missing share of urea and cares intensively with the special lacto-intensive active complex. Jojoba oil - which has similar characteristics like the human sebum - strengthens this effect. It has skin softening properties and a strong ability to maintain moisture. The lotion increases the skin's moisture, itchiness and tense feeling are reduced. Flaky skin is soothed, the skin becomes smooth and supple again.Tip: Due to its high content of urea, the lotion can also be perfectly used as foot care product. Urea and jojoba oil soften the callus and make the skin of the feet noticeably tender.Areas of application: extremely dry, coarse and sensible skin (also feet)therapy-related care in case of neurodermatitis and psoriasisalso age-related skin problems and dryness of skin due to weather conditions Application: Use daily, rub in onto small or larger areas until completely absorbed. As foot care product, apply the lotion overnight if possible.

Content: 200 ml (€84.75* / 1 litre)

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€16.95*

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Lipid lotion no.3

Rich care for dry (low-fat) skin as well as therapy-related care in case of neurodermatitis and psoriasis. The Lipid lotion no.3 with urea and panthenol as well as with a hight content of oils helps to regenerate dry and low-fat skin.The combination of our special lacto-intensive active complex and precious plant oils provide for the regenerative power. Redness, irritations and itchiness are reduced. Areas of application: care of very dry (low-fat) skintherapy-related care in case of neurodermatitis and psoriasisalso coarse skin, age-related skin problems, dryness due to weather conditions and general child care Application: Use daily, rub in onto small or larger areas until completely absorbed.

Content: 200 ml (€94.75* / 1 litre)

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€18.95*

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Protective balm no.43

Protection and help for stressed skin - e. g. in nursing and incontinence sector. The high content of pure plant oils and bees wax in the Protective balm no.43 forms a moisture-repellent barrier that intensively protects skin especially during longer contact with liquids (e. g. body fluids in the nappy area) but it still allows the skin to breathe. The special lacto-intensive active complex normalises the skin, extracts from organic camomile and organic marigold calm and regenerate the skin.The balm provides for an intensive protection of stressed skin and also serves a rich caring cream in case of extremely dry (low-fat) skin. Irritations and reddening subside, the skin becomes soft and supple. The extracts in the balm give the typical, herbal scent to this product. Areas of application: nursing care, nappy area (incontinence), protection against bedsore irritated skin, reddened skin, scaly skin appearance, age-related skin problems (e. g. very dry, low-fat skin)hand care for extremly dry hands (low-fat skin) Further areas of application: maceration (due to long contact with fluids), intertrigo (skin rash) and in areas close to wounds. Application: Apply several times daily. Easy application due to soft consistency even in case of larger skin areas.

Content: 150 ml (€106.40* / 1 litre)

€15.96* €19.95* (20% saved)

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Hand cream no.52

Regenerating hand cream with delicate scent. The light and rapidly absorbed Hand cream no.52 contains our lacto-intensive active complex to regenerate and normalize the skin. High-quality extracts from organic marigold and liquorice root calm and relax the hands. Organic sunflower oil and organic sesame oil support the effect and regenerate dry and stressed hands.In case of highly stressed hands, we recommend our rich Winter hand cream no.53.Areas of application: For dry and stressed hands. Application: Use several times per day if necessary. The cream is quickly absorbed.

Content: 75 ml (€79.33* / 1 litre)

€5.95*

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Winter hand cream no.53

Intensive care for highly stressed hands. The Winter hand cream no.53 offers a rich care for highly stressed hands which are dry or even chappy.Apart from the lacto-intensive active complex which regenerates and normalizes stressed skin, the cream contains precious waxes, organic shea butter as well as a high content of organic sunflower oil for a rich care and an intensive protection of the hands. High-quality extracts from organic marigold and liquorice root calm and relax the hands additionally.Areas of application: For chappy, dry and highly stressed hands. Application: Use several times per day if necessary.

Content: 75 ml (€106.00* / 1 litre)

€7.95*

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Cream with organic camomile no.35

Classic and calming skin care. The Cream with organic camomile no.35 serves as universal hand- and skincare. Highly concentrated organic camomile of controlled organic cultivation soothes irritations and provides for a smooth skin. The lacto-intensive active complex has a regenerating effect and normalises the skin. Organic sun flower oil, organic jojoba oil and organic bees wax take care of the skin and make it soft and smooth.The extract from organic camomile gives the typical scent to this product.Areas of application: For stressed skin, also as hand care after washing and also for baby care. Tip: Use the cream to protect the skin when colouring your hair: apply generously to the forehead and temples.Application: Apply several times per day.

Content: 100 ml (€129.50* / 1 litre)

€12.95*

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