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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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Acne Be Gone: Proven Treatments for Clear Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Acne is primarily caused by sebum - an oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands. At times, these glands can produce excess sebum, clogging pores and trapping bacteria and dead skin cells, leading to acne. Cleanse Regularly Proper cleansing is essential for removing excess sebum, dirt, and makeup that may clog pores.

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20+ Years in the Skincare Industry: Advice From an Esthetician

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Each trend presents an opportunity to tailor your regimen, but the core tenets — cleanse, treat, moisturize, and protect — stand as pillars of perennial wisdom. Hydrate to Rejuvenate: The Power of Moisture The next vital step in a skincare routine is hydration. The benefits of moisturizing extend beyond just having plump, supple skin.

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Dry skin – a Dermatologist’s tips by Dr Dray

First Derm

Dry skin – a Dermatologist’s tips by Dr Dray Dry skin Dry skin feels dry to the touch because of a lack of moisturer in the outer cell layer ( stratum corneum ). This moisture loss is often due to decreased production of natural moisturizing factors (NMFs) and lipids like ceramides, which help retain skin moisture.

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What Causes Acne?

Eminence Organics

As International Trainer Brian Goodwin explains, acne is an inflammatory skin disease that’s caused by things like excess production of sebum, dead skin cells or harmful microbes colonizing the skin. Sebaceous glands release sebum, a waxy, oily secretion that helps to lubricate and soften the skin’s surface. What Causes Acne?

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Treating Dry Skin on the Face: Effective Solutions for a Smooth Complexion

American Esthetician Organization

One of the main causes is a decrease in sebum production, which leads to a lack of natural moisturization. Sebum is an oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands in the skin, and it helps to keep the skin hydrated and protected. The lack of moisture can also cause the skin to appear red and irritated.