Is your skin red, itchy, rough, discoloured or flaking? You might have a damaged skin barrier, the outermost layer of your skin, the barrier acts as a protector for our delicate skin, keeping out nasties like pollution and dirt. Using too many active products and retinoids can compromise the barrier which leads to unsettled and irritated skin, but don’t stress, you can repair it by simplifying your routine and injecting hydration. Here are a few products to help you get started.
This one is thick! Using the accompanying spatula, scooping the intensive cream onto your face is almost like applying a mask. Once on, it feels like there is nothing there and leaves your skin feeling protected and hydrated.
Skinpossible, an Aussie skincare brand that caters specifically to those of us with sensitive skin, have crafted a range dedicated to compromised skin barriers. The Let’s Start Over Soufflé is light, soothing and enriching as it aims to strengthen your barrier and reduce sensitivity with long-term use.
Thick and decadent, this subtly scented cream feels weightless once it is on the skin. Waking up in the morning, your skin looks healthy and glowing, with any greasy residue long gone.A great wallet-friendly barrier repair option.
Gentle and lightweight, another option for those with easily upset skin. The creamy concoction once spread is nongreasy, perfect for use day or night and under makeup.
You know that feeling when you are at a spa getting a facial, you know you’re leaving looking like a radiant and new person, Foreo has bottled that feeling. The smooth creamy texture feels nourishing against your skin, complemented by a gentle scent, this cream is luxury.
While Vitamin C is an active ingredient, studies have also shown that it can play a role in restoring the skin barrier. This non-greasy formula brightens and smooths the skin, just be sure to keep the skin the skin hydrated.
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