Your skin barrier is probably one of the most important organs of your body, as is responsible for your body's integrity, regulating water loss and keeping microbes, infections and chemicals from penetrating the skin. It is the outermost layer of your skin that protects, defends and maintains homeostasis.
Through the use of harsh skincare products, sleep deprivation, UV radiation, smoking and chronic exposure to environmental pollutants, our barrier is weakened and therefore prone to damage. Physical damage is caused by over exfoliation and can also weaken your barrier. The health and how your skin glows is dependent on how healthy your barrier is and its ability to keep your skin hydrated, prevent trans epidermal water loss, and strengthen your skin by being smooth and elastic.
We have compiled a list of symptoms that may be helpful in determining the health of your skin.
- Dry flaky skin
- Itchy, rough skin
- Discolored patches
- Your skin tingles, pulls or burns when applying skincare products.
- No matter what you use your skin still feels dry, itchy and a pulling feeling.
- Red inflamed sensitive skin
- The feeling that no amount of topical application of products help.
- Noticeable premature wrinkles, dull and dry appearance.
Now we know how frustrating it is to have any of the above skincare concerns, as with most of our clients have reported low self-esteem and the feeling of feeling stuck with not knowing what to do!!this is definitely not what we want for you or your skin. We have tips and tricks that will not only regain your self-confidence but help heal your skin for glowing, healthy beautiful skin.
1. Simplify your skincare products to basics, this means do not try any new products during your healing phase, keep it simple.
2. Use a gentle cleanser that does not foam, but rather a cream cleanser or an oil cleanser such as our oil-milk cleanser. It will not strip your skins natural oil.
3. Skip exfoliants for a while, until your skin is healthy and elastic.
4. Avoid over cleansing and touching and irritating your skin.
5. Find out what is damaging your skin and leave it out of your routine for a while.
6. Use a moisturizer after cleansing that has occlusive properties to lock in moisture and.
7. Drink plenty water and eat a healthy balanced diet. Your skin's health is also dependent on your overall health and habits.
8. Avoid skin irritants such as essential oils, fragranced skincare products and applying make-up. Keep your skincare ritual really basic and nourishing.
9. Use our complete range and wait for guaranteed results!!
10. Practice healthy skin routines that nurture and nourish your skin.