Part 2: Why repairing the skin barrier can lead to brightened skin?

What is skin barrier and it can be so important for our skin? Get to know in our previous article. Click here. 

How to fix it?

The first step is to stop doing things that cause your skin to break down.

It means no hot showers, no washing with harsh soaps and avoiding alcohol-based toners (which will dry out your skin even more).

In their place, try using gentle, natural cleansers and apply an oil-free moisturizer after each shower/bath. You can also try exfoliating with a gentle scrub every 2-3 days. However, make sure you’re not stripping off too much of your natural oils.

The secret to brighter, more even skin is to repair its barrier.

Understanding how the skin barrier works are essential, and why it's so important to protect it. When you look at your skin, you’ll see two layers: the epidermis, the top layer, and the dermis, below that.

These are both made up of different cells that work together to create a protective barrier against bacteria and pollutants in your environment.

The epidermis is where most topical products work. On the contrary, if they don't have ingredients proven to help repair this barrier function, they won't do anything for your skin!

One-way products can aid in repairing this protective layer is by using humectants like hyaluronic acid or glycerin that help attract water molecules into the deeper layers of your skin.

They (humectants) keep them supple and hydrated while increasing cell turnover, meaning they'll be healthier and brighter overall.

Ingredients for a brightened and more even complexion

The skin barrier can be improved by the use of a variety of ingredients, including:

• Collagen (in the form of peptides or hydrolyzed collagen)
• Hyaluronic acid (which is also known as hyaluronan)
• Peptides that support collagen synthesis. It helps to increase the production of collagen in the dermis

Vitamin C and antioxidants (such as Vitamin E and ferulic acid) can also improve barrier function and reduce wrinkles and hyperpigmentation.

Niacinamide (vitamin B3) can improve barrier function and reduce wrinkles and hyperpigmentation.

Whereas Magic Pinky’s 5-in-1 compact powder formula provides the following beneficial skin barrier-repairing properties:

• Squalene
  Boost hydration, boost collagen, and younger-looking skin.
  
  
• Vitamin C & Vitamin E
  Brighten scars, even up skin tone.
  
  
• Zink Oxide
  Control excess sebum, reduce extra shininess and prevent acne.
  
  
• SPF20 PA++
  Broad spectrum UV protection.
  

Final Thoughts

If you want to improve your skin, one of the most important things you can do is repair its barrier. The skin barrier is a layer of lipids that protects the underlying layers from external irritants, so restoring its integrity will help to keep your skin healthy and happy.

If your skin feels dry and irritated, you may have a compromised skin barrier. Nevertheless, don't worry. Your skin will return to normal in a few weeks with a basic skincare regimen (including a rich moisturiser). 

At HAUS Cosmetics, we want you to know (exactly) what you are putting in your skin. So, all our products feature ingredients that are good for skin care.

Find out more about HAUS Cosmetics Magic Pinky 5-in-1 micro-compact powder (for oily and non-oily skin) to help repair your skin barrier, make it brighter and boost your overall skincare routine from today.