A Comprehensive Guide to Fortifying Your Skin Barrier
Hello My Skincare Nerds 🤓, The term "skin barrier" is currently generating a lot of buzz in the beauty and skincare world. . Before I get into a detailed review or recommendation of any skin-related products in my next blog, I wanted to talk about a fundamental understanding of what the skin barrier is and why it is vital to maintain. Credit: Google Image WHAT IS SKIN BARRIER? The skin barrier, sometimes referred to as the lipid barrier or moisture barrier, is a protective layer that covers most of the surface of your skin. Since it is composed of lipids like ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol, it acts as a shield to keep out external aggressors like pollutants and irritants and to restrict moisture loss. You can think of your skin barrier as the protective, robust brick walls surrounding your home. Credit: Google Image How Do I Know if My Skin Barrier is Damaged? Finding the compromised skin barrier is essential for a treatment to be successful. Keep an eye out for s...