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Exploring Popular Skincare Ingredients for Beginners

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Skincare Product Categories Most skincare products can be broken down into four main categories: cleansers, toners, moisturizers, and serums. Moisturizers Moisturizers are crucial for keeping your skin hydrated and protected. How to use: Apply a few drops to clean skin before moisturizing. Can be used morning and night.

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Tech Neck: Expert-Approved Ways to Get Rid of Pesky Neck Lines

Renee Rouleau

That means you should be caring for the skin on your neck in the same way that you care for the skin on your face (yes, that means cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing… the whole nine yards). After all, the skin on your neck is thin and delicate, and the last thing you want to do is cause widespread irritation.

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5 Ingredients That Will Actually Repair Your Skin Barrier

Renee Rouleau

The moisture barrier is the outermost layer of the skin that helps retain water and protects it from external aggressors, like bacteria and environmental debris. When the moisture barrier becomes damaged (such as from over-exfoliation, retinol, and the use of harsh products), small, invisible cracks appear.

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5 Ingredients That Will Actually Repair Your Skin Barrier

Renee Rouleau

Understanding Your Skin’s Personal Bodyguard: The Moisture Barrier In case you don’t know about the skin’s barrier, here is what you first need to know. The moisture barrier is the outermost layer of the skin that helps retain water and protects it from external aggressors, like bacteria and environmental debris.

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If Fragrance In Skincare Scares You, Read This

Renee Rouleau

As we’ve collectively embraced the concept of strengthening our moisture barriers, we’ve also eschewed irritating ingredients that can weaken or disrupt those barriers. It doesn’t help that the wealth of information found on social media can often leave us feeling more confused than educated. Sensitive, easily-irritated skin?

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A Board-Certified Dermatologist's Skin Care Secrets

Eminence Organics

Many of us are guilty of swapping products too often or over-cleansing in search of instant results, only to end up with irritation and breakouts without realizing were weakening our skin barrier. Over-exfoliation, skipping moisturizer and neglecting SPF can further strip away essential hydration, leaving skin vulnerable and reactive.

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5 Ways An Alcohol-Free Toner Will Elevate Your Beauty Routine

Renee Rouleau

It’s the easiest way to get plump, hydrated skin and avoid unnecessary moisture loss. Toners Can Support Your Moisture Barrier By supplying your skin with essential hydration and nutrients, you’re supporting its moisture barrier. Read more about the moisture barrier and what to do if it’s damaged.