How to Protect & Repair the Skin Barrier

The crisp, winter air can leave skin feeling dry and flakey. Throw in the mix that most people are spending more time indoors at this time and you have a recipe for tight, dry skin.

Most people slather on more skin cream when their skin begins to feel dry. However, this may be the worst thing to do if the products used weaken the skin’s natural moisture barrier and leave the skin feeling tighter and drier than before. Even worse, these products may not address skin conditions or heal the damage sustained from environmental factors. The good news is there are moisturising products that contain nourishing active ingredients that repair and enhance the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Add these to your list.

Serum 16 Retinol Complex

Serum 16 is a powerful serum that visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage, by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin. This professional-strength retinoid is easily tolerated and improves the skin’s texture and tone, while evening out discolouration and leaving the skin brighter. 

Humidify Deep Moisture Cream

Humidify is a deep moisturising cream that hydrates the skin and improves the integrity of the skin’s natural barrier function. The results speak for themselves: skin hydration is improved by 42% after two weeks of continuous use, based on clinical data acquire from key ingredient manufacturers. Humidify contains nourishing active ingredients, including niacinamide, shea butter, trehalose, and colloidal oatmeal. Apply it daily for a smoother, firmer, more youthful complexion. 

Cell ID Growth Factor Serum

Cell ID serum contains active ingredients to prevent and repair the signs of premature ageing, including growth factors, enzymes, amino acids, and antioxidants. This is an all-in-one serum that improves cellular growth, increases cellular energy, and helps the skin repair itself.  Apply it after cleansing in the evening, along with your other trusted skin nourishing products.

B Complex Skin Energizing Booster

The B Complex Skin Energy Booster is a Vitamin B boosting powder that you mix with your favourite serum or moisturiser. The powder contains a blend of Niacinamide, Biotin and purified Coconut Powder to improve the skin’s moisture barrier and clarify and balance the skin. The result is smoother skin texture and a healthy and balanced skin barrier function. 

Micro Defence Microbiome Sheet Mask

The Micro Defence sheet mask is a peel off face mask that delivers skin-quenching hydration to skin. It contains a prebiotic serum that strengthens the skin’s natural barrier function to leave skin feeling healthy and hydrated. Additionally, it reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles and also reduces the appearance of redness.

Remedy Omega Complex Treatment

Remedy is a serum rich in omega fatty acids, antioxidants, and Vitamin E to lock in moisture and leave dry skin feeling well-hydrated. It is formulated with safflower, grapeseed, and pomegranate seeds oils to deliver long-lasting moisture to the skin. Additionally, it energises the skin while it hydrates and nourishes. Apply it daily to your face, as well as your nails, cuticles or hair.

Surge Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Surge is a nourishing serum that softens skin while promoting its elasticity. It’s a hyaluronic acid booster that hydrates dehydrated skin and delivers nourishing active ingredients, including niacinamide and kiwi fruit water. Vitamin C moisturises and brightens the skin’s appearance while hyaluronic acid locks in moisture. Additionally, it features a self-loading cap for mess-free application. Use it in the evening after cleansing and applying Serum 16. 

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