Hair transformation doesn't begin with the ends, it starts at the scalp. By incorporating ingredients like ceramides, ...

Meanwhile, your skin barrier—the invisible protective layer that keeps irritants out and moisture in—is getting demolished by the very products marketed as skincare miracles.

Best Lipid Ratio for a Resilient Barrier Adding “a ceramide cream” is table stakes; the ratio is where genuine repair happens. Many chemists favor a 3:1:1 blend of ceramides, cholesterol, and ...

And, in case you’re curious about what a skin barrier actually is, the answer is simple: the barrier of your skin. (OK, it’s a little more deep than that — but, also, not really.

“Ceramides are a type of lipid (fat molecule) that plays a crucial role in maintaining the skin’s barrier function,” says Dr. Sam Ellis, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of Prequel.

Keeping your skin hydrated during the colder months is already a common concern, but ensuring that your skin barrier is both intact and prepped for that extra hydration is something you might not ...

The skin barrier also regulates body temperature, and keeps the skin hydrated by preventing water loss. This prevents dryness and flakiness – essential for a smooth, healthy complexion.

Think of your skin barrier as the bouncer at the exclusive club that is your body. When it’s functioning properly, it keeps unwanted elements out while maintaining the good stuff inside.

I regularly wear two down jackets. But my skin is doing great. The dry patches have gone; my skin is no longer red with sensitivity. And it feels like my skin-care products are absorbed now.

Researchers at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) have discovered a specialized population of neutrophils in the skin that produce extracellular matrix components ...

But there are ways in which this barrier can be compromised (exfoliating too much, not wearing sunscreen, picking at skin, and so on). So, let's look at what can do your skin wrong and how to make ...