Understanding the Skin Barrier: Why Gentle Care Matters
If skin could speak, it would often ask for less, not more. In recent years, skincare routines have become increasingly complex. Multiple cleansers, acids, actives, and layered products promise fast results, yet many people experience sensitivity, tightness, redness, or breakouts as a result. Understanding the skin barrier helps explain why. What Is the Skin Barrier? The skin barrier is the outermost layer of the skin. Its role is simple but essential: To keep moisture in To protect against environmental stressors To defend against irritation and inflammation When the barrier is...
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