Let’s talk about your skin barrier.
No, it’s not some mystical aura. It’s literally your skin’s first line of defense. Think of it as a tiny bouncer protecting you from irritation, redness, and basically every bad decision your skin might regret.
When it’s damaged? Boom. Sensitivity, dryness, breakouts. Your skin suddenly becomes dramatic, and not in a cute way.
Step one: hydration is your friend. Ceramides, fatty acids, and barrier-friendly oils are the VIPs your skin actually listens to.
Step two: gentle cleansing. Microbiome-friendly cleansers, yes, the fancy ones, help keep the balance without stripping your skin like a horror movie.
Step three: consistency. Repair doesn’t happen overnight, but it happens beautifully when you actually show up.
Because here’s the truth: you can have the most luxurious serum on the planet, but if your barrier is a mess, your skin will still be that clingy, drama-queen roommate nobody warned you about.
Because if your face feels tight, angry, flaky, or personally offended, this is why.
Your barrier isn’t “sensitive.”
It’s tired. Over-exfoliated. Under-supported. And begging for structure.
I broke down exactly how to protect and rebuild it in this video, no fluff, no fear-mongering, just what actually helps.
👉 Here is the full product list I recommend.
