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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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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). Dr. Mariwalla suggests using a sandwiching technique, in which you apply moisturizer, then retinol, then another layer of moisturizer.

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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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Renée Predicts the 6 Biggest Skincare Trends of 2023

Renee Rouleau

In her version, Dr. Bowe says night one is for exfoliation, night two is for a retinoid, and then nights three and four are all about hydrating and nourishing to strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier. There’s no shortage of nourishing, moisturizing body products, and this is definitely the first step to healthy skin.

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Skin HIIT – A Skin Barrier Breakdown Workout for Your Skin

Renee Rouleau

The concept of a HIIT workout (high-intensity interval training) is all about working really, really hard and then recovering. Step 2: Next, use a gentle exfoliating facial scrub (like Triple Berry Smoothing Scrub ) to physically buff and lift off any remaining dry cells. It’s the “no pain, no gain” philosophy.

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A Board-Certified Dermatologist's Skin Care Secrets

Eminence Organics

Over-exfoliation, skipping moisturizer and neglecting SPF can further strip away essential hydration, leaving skin vulnerable and reactive. Many people over-exfoliate or strip their skin with harsh cleansing products. Prioritize gentle cleansing, hydration and lipid-rich moisturizers to keep your skin resilient.

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Should You Get MOXI Laser Treatment? Here’s Renée’s Experience & Thoughts

Renee Rouleau

Post-MOXI protocol is simple: Wear a moisturizing sunscreen and stay out of the sun as much as possible. I simply washed my face morning and night with Purifying Face Wash , followed by Moisture Infusion Toner , and used Weightless Protection SPF 30 in the morning and Skin Recovery Lotion at night. What is the healing process?