Ingredients Good for Dry Skin: What You Should Look Out For

Dry skin can feel tight, flaky, and uncomfortable — especially in Malaysia’s humid-yet-dehydrating climate. The key to lasting relief? Hydrating ingredients that lock in moisture and repair the skin barrier.

In this guide, we’ll break down the best ingredients for dry skin and recommend By Wishtrend’s most nourishing products to keep your complexion soft, supple, and glowing.

Why Does Skin Get Dry?

Dry skin occurs when your skin barrier is weakened, leading to moisture loss. Common causes include:

• Climate: Air-conditioning & humidity fluctuations strip moisture
• Harsh cleansers: Stripping natural oils disrupts the skin barrier
• Age: Skin produces less oil over time
• Over-exfoliation: Damages the skin’s protective layer
  

Signs You Have Dry Skin

• Tightness after washing your face
• Flaky or rough patches
• Dull, lackluster complexion
• Fine lines more noticeable (dehydration exaggerates wrinkles)
• Itchiness or irritation

If this sounds like you, it’s time to switch to hydrating ingredients!

Skincare Tips for Dry Skin

1. Avoid hot water – Lukewarm water prevents further moisture loss
2. Use a gentle cleanser – No sulfates or alcohol!
3. Layer hydration – Lightweight serums + richer creams lock in moisture
4. Exfoliate wisely – Once a week with gentle enzymes (not harsh scrubs)
5. Seal with an occlusive – Night creams prevent overnight water loss

Best Ingredients for Dry Skin

1. Hyaluronic Acid

• What it does: Quickly quenches thirsty skin and perfect for healing skin sensitivity, irritation and redness

• By Wishtrend Pick: Blue Oasis Aloe Hydrating Serum
  • Packed with 70% Aloe Vera + Hyaluronic Acid for deep hydration
  • Lightweight, perfect under moisturizer

2. Bakuchiol 

• What it does: Repairs the skin barrier to prevent moisture loss

• By Wishtrend Pick: Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Night Cream
  • Contains Retinal 0.03% + Bakuchiol 1% to improve skin barrier and makes the skin silky smooth

3. Green Tea Extract

• What it does: Soothes irritation while providing moisture to strengthen the skin barrier
  

• By Wishtrend Pick: Green Tea Enzyme Milky Foaming Wash
  • Non-drying cleanser with green tea + enzymes

4. Vitamin Tree Water

• What it does: Nourishes & protects against moisture loss

• By Wishtrend Pick: Natural Vitamin 21.5% Enhancing Sheet Mask
  • Fills up the inner layers of the skin with moisture and vitamin

Dry skin thrives on consistent hydration and barrier repair. The right ingredients — like hyaluronic acid, bakuchiol, and nourishing vitamins — can transform tight, flaky skin into a soft, supple complexion.

Ready to transform dry skin? Try these products today!