Hydration analysis
Hydration analysis in LUMINA SKIN lets you detect dehydration vs oiliness. It measures dehydration versus oiliness balance, and works best as a weekly habit rather than a one-off.
What hydration analysis measures
The scan focuses on dehydration versus oiliness balance. Use it to detect dehydration vs oiliness.
A scan after a long flight often shows hydration down and oiliness up — the classic oily-dehydrated pattern. The fix is more water-binding serum and a lighter moisturizer, not a stronger mattifying product.
Your first scan, step by step
Follow the same six steps every time and your results become comparable.
How to read the result
Look for hydration dips after actives or flights. Look at direction over several weeks rather than one number.
A common misreading: reading shine as proof that skin has enough moisture.
Pair it with other LUMINA tools
Hydration analysis works best alongside one or two complementary checks rather than all of them at once.
Fixing a bad or confusing result
Before you worry about a result from hydration analysis, rule out the usual suspects below.
What to expect from hydration analysis over a month
Expect the first two weeks to teach you how to scan well, and the next two to show direction. Hydration analysis rewards repetition.
Frequently asked questions
What does hydration analysis measure?
Dehydration versus oiliness balance.
How often should I use hydration analysis?
Weekly.
How do I avoid bad scans?
Scan a few hours after cleansing; avoid scanning right after a hydrating mist.
Who is hydration analysis best for?
Oily-dehydrated skin. Reflects surface water, not overall health.
Why do my hydration analysis results differ from day to day?
Lighting, angle, hydration and time of day all shift the result. Scanning right after a hydrating mist is the usual cause, so keep the setup the same and judge the trend.
Can hydration analysis diagnose a skin condition?
No. It gives cosmetic feedback only. Reflects surface water, not overall health. See a qualified professional for pain, bleeding, rapidly changing spots or anything that worries you.