#SKIN BARRIER SKIN#
You can find Squalane in many Green People skin care products including Nordic Roots Marine Facial Oil.
Extracted from Olive Oil, Squalane is ultra-gentle and upon contact with the skin, it converts to Squalene to restore a healthy, moisture retaining lipid balance. To counteract this, feed your skin Squalane skin care. Squalene levels also drop as we get older. This can result in water loss and a decline in Squalene, the skin’s principal lipid. When the skin barrier becomes damaged, cracks can form between the cells.
The skin’s natural built-in moisturiser, they are typically found in-between cells in the epidermis (the top layer of skin) and help skin to regulate water loss so that it does not become dry, itchy and irritable. Lipids are natural fats that are essential for skin barrier repair. It is ideal for use as the first step of a routine to help repair a damaged skin barrier. The Omega-rich plant oils in One Balm also make this product particularly effective for removing make-up. One Balm is our multi-tasking natural barrier balm that can both be used as a cleansing balm and to gently care for patches of dry skin or eczema, cuticles and lips. Omega-3, Omega-6 and Omega-9 are all EFAs and can found in Rosehip Oil, a reparative oil with rejuvenating properties.Īnother great source of Omega-6 is Sunflower Oil which, along with Rosehip Oil, Myrrh (an essential oil known to encourage skin healing) and Jojoba (a highly protective oil/liquid wax rich in Omega-7 and -9), is used to create One Balm. Found in a balanced diet and in some plant oil skin care ingredients, EFAs nourish the skin and help it to absorb the vitamins and mineral that it needs for good health. The following section of this blog discusses some of my favourite actives for nurturing a strong and healthy skin barrier.īest natural beauty actives for skin barrier repairĪn imbalance of essential fatty acids (EFAs) can be a contributing factor to dry skin. You can help to support skin’s repair processes naturally by establishing a hydrating skin care routine that supports the ‘mortar’ of the skin to protect against water loss, irritation, and further damage.
#SKIN BARRIER HOW TO#
How to repair your skin barrier naturally Overuse of actives that are not compatible with the skin’s natural pH also risks compromising the performance of the skin barrier by stripping it of the protective lipids (natural fats) and oils that it relies on to function effectively. Those with skin conditions, such as eczema, may have lower levels of Squalene in their skin and this can mean that they are more vulnerable to dehydration and an impaired barrier function. It can also feel more sensitive and can easily become itchy, inflamed, or reddened by aggressors including pollutants and irritants found in your beauty routine.Īll skin types can be prone to damage, and this can be caused by many lifestyle factors. If your skin is damaged and your skin barrier function is impaired, you may notice that your skin is more prone to dehydration and frequently feels, dry, tight, flaky and uncomfortable.ĭamaged skin may also be more prone to conditions such as eczema and dermatitis. The same process can happen with your skin.
#SKIN BARRIER CRACKED#
If there’s not enough mortar, or it is cracked in places, then water can evaporate through the wall and aggressors, such as pollutants, can easily penetrate through. The cells are the bricks, and the mortar is made of various lipids.Īn effective brick wall will consist of bricks and mortar. it is regularly exposed to aggressors like temperature fluctuations, infrared radiation, sunlight, and air pollution and as such, it is particularly vulnerable to damage.Ī good analogy to use when understanding the functions of the skin barrier is to look at your skin as if it is a brick walk. The skin barrier (stratum corneum) found in the epidermis (the upper layer of skin) is your first line of defence against environmental aggressors, irritation and dehydration. How to know if your skin barrier is damaged In this post we help you to build a natural barrier repair routine for dry, damaged skin by asking Green People’s founder, Charlotte Vøhtz, to explain what skin really needs for effective repair. Is your beauty routine helping to repair your skin barrier?
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