dry skin
Dehydrated skin
Use `dry skin` to describe physical discomfort caused by lack of moisture on your body.
في 15 ثانية
- Skin that lacks moisture, feeling tight, itchy, or looking flaky.
- Commonly used in winter or when discussing beauty and health.
- A neutral, everyday phrase suitable for doctors or friends.
المعنى
This phrase describes skin that feels tight, rough, or flaky because it lacks moisture. It is what happens to your face or hands when the weather is very cold or you use too much soap.
أمثلة رئيسية
3 من 6Talking to a friend in winter
My face gets such dry skin whenever the heater is on.
My face gets such dehydrated skin whenever the heater is on.
Asking for help at a pharmacy
Do you have any recommendations for a lotion for very dry skin?
Do you have any recommendations for a lotion for very dehydrated skin?
Texting a partner
Ugh, my hands are so itchy from this dry skin!
Ugh, my hands are so itchy from this dehydrated skin!
خلفية ثقافية
The obsession with avoiding dry skin has created a multi-billion dollar moisturizer industry in the West. In colder climates like the UK, US, and Canada, discussing 'winter skin' is a standard social bonding topic. It is often linked to the 'self-care' movement where healthy, glowing skin is seen as a sign of wellness.
The 'Tight' Feeling
If your face feels like it is 'too small' for your head after washing, that is the classic sign of `dry skin`.
Dry vs. Dehydrated
In beauty shops, `dry` means lack of oil, while `dehydrated` means lack of water. But in normal life, just say `dry skin`!
في 15 ثانية
- Skin that lacks moisture, feeling tight, itchy, or looking flaky.
- Commonly used in winter or when discussing beauty and health.
- A neutral, everyday phrase suitable for doctors or friends.
What It Means
Dry skin is a very common way to describe a lack of oil or water in your skin. It often feels itchy or looks a bit white and scaly. Think of a desert floor that needs rain. That is exactly what your skin is feeling! It is not a medical emergency. It is just a sign you need some lotion or cream.
How To Use It
You can use dry skin as a noun phrase in almost any sentence. You can say you "have" it or you are "suffering from" it. Use it when talking to friends, doctors, or shop assistants. It is a very direct and simple term. You do not need to be poetic. Just say, "My hands are so dry."
When To Use It
Use this during winter when the heater is on high. Use it at the pharmacy when looking for moisturizer. It is perfect for small talk about the weather. If you are at a spa, tell the therapist you have dry skin. They will know exactly which oils to use. It is also great for texting a friend to complain about the wind.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use it to describe someone's personality. In English, a "dry" person usually means they have a sarcastic sense of humor. That is a different thing! Also, do not confuse it with "dehydrated." While similar, dry skin is the standard term for the physical feeling. Avoid using it in a super romantic moment. Nobody wants to talk about flaky elbows during a candlelit dinner!
Cultural Background
In English-speaking countries, there is a huge industry for "skincare." People spend a lot of money to avoid dry skin. It is a very common topic in commercials. In the UK and Canada, talking about dry skin is basically a national hobby in winter. It is a safe, non-controversial topic for polite conversation. Everyone relates to the struggle of itchy winter skin.
Common Variations
You might hear people say they have patchy skin or flaky skin. These are just more specific versions of dry skin. If it is very bad, they might say their skin is cracked. In commercials, you will see the term parched skin. That is just a fancy, dramatic way to say it is very thirsty for water!
ملاحظات الاستخدام
This is a safe, neutral phrase. It is not slang, so you can use it with your boss or your grandmother without any issues.
The 'Tight' Feeling
If your face feels like it is 'too small' for your head after washing, that is the classic sign of `dry skin`.
Dry vs. Dehydrated
In beauty shops, `dry` means lack of oil, while `dehydrated` means lack of water. But in normal life, just say `dry skin`!
Small Talk Savior
If you run out of things to say in an elevator during winter, mentioning how the air gives you `dry skin` is a perfect conversation starter.
أمثلة
6My face gets such dry skin whenever the heater is on.
My face gets such dehydrated skin whenever the heater is on.
Uses 'dry skin' to explain a common seasonal problem.
Do you have any recommendations for a lotion for very dry skin?
Do you have any recommendations for a lotion for very dehydrated skin?
A polite way to ask for a product recommendation.
Ugh, my hands are so itchy from this dry skin!
Ugh, my hands are so itchy from this dehydrated skin!
Expressing mild frustration in a close relationship.
I have such dry skin that I'm basically a human lizard now.
I have such dehydrated skin that I'm basically a human lizard now.
Using hyperbole to make a joke about the texture of the skin.
The patient complained of persistent dry skin on their elbows.
The patient complained of persistent dehydrated skin on their elbows.
Standard clinical description of a symptom.
It sounds silly, but my dry skin makes me feel so self-conscious.
It sounds silly, but my dehydrated skin makes me feel so self-conscious.
Sharing a vulnerable feeling about physical appearance.
اختبر نفسك
Choose the best word to complete the sentence about winter care.
The cold wind always gives me ___ skin.
Cold wind removes moisture, leading to the condition known as `dry skin`.
Complete the dialogue.
A: Why are you putting on lotion? B: Because I have very ___ ___.
Lotion is the standard treatment for `dry skin`.
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وسائل تعلم بصرية
Formality of 'Dry Skin'
Complaining to friends about itchiness.
My skin is so dry, it's gross!
Standard everyday use.
I need lotion for my dry skin.
Medical or professional context.
The cream treats chronic dry skin.
Where to talk about Dry Skin
At the Pharmacy
Looking for specialized creams.
Winter Weather
Complaining about the cold air.
Skincare Routine
Talking about beauty products.
After Swimming
Chlorine making skin feel tight.
الأسئلة الشائعة
10 أسئلةIt is used by doctors, but the formal medical term is xerosis. You can safely use dry skin with a doctor and they will understand perfectly.
Yes, but be careful! Dry humor means sarcastic, not thirsty. Only use dry skin for the physical condition.
You can say it is extremely dry or severely dry. If it is peeling, you can say flaky skin.
It is a bit personal for a formal meeting, but fine for a casual chat before the meeting starts. For example, The office air is so dry, my skin is suffering!
The opposite is oily skin. If you have both, you have combination skin.
Absolutely. While women might talk about it more in beauty contexts, men use it frequently, especially regarding their hands or face after shaving.
Usually, no. If you say I am dry, people might think you are thirsty or that you aren't wet from the rain. Always say My skin is dry or I have dry skin.
Yes, it is usually rude to tell someone else they have dry skin. It is better to wait for them to mention it first.
Common verbs include have, get, suffer from, and treat. For example, I get dry skin in October.
Not really, but people might use the word ashy in some cultures (like African American Vernacular English) to describe the white appearance of dry skin.
عبارات ذات صلة
Chapped lips
Dry, cracked, or sore lips usually caused by wind or cold.
Oily skin
Skin that produces too much natural oil, often looking shiny.
Sensitive skin
Skin that reacts easily to products or the environment with redness or itching.
Moisturize
The action of putting cream on the skin to stop it from being dry.
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