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Barrier Damage

Discover ingredients and formulations designed to help help repair and strengthen a compromised skin barrier.

What is Barrier Damage

A damaged skin barrier loses moisture more easily and lets irritants in, leading to dryness, stinging, redness, and tightness. Over-exfoliation, harsh products, and weather changes are common causes. Barrier-repairing formulas with lipids and soothing ingredients help restore comfort and resilience.

Key Ingredient for Barrier Damage

Ingredients

Key Benefit

Concern Match

Ceramide NP replenishes essential lipids to support skin barrier recovery.

★★★★★

Beta-Glucan supports hydration and moisture barrier function.

★★★★★

Niacinamide supports barrier lipids to strengthen a weakened skin barrier.

★★★★★

Shea Butter supports the moisture barrier to reduce water loss.

★★★★★

Dimethicone supports the moisture barrier to reduce water loss.

★★★★★

Glyceryl Stearate supports the moisture barrier to reduce water loss.

★★★★★

Peptides may support barrier function, depending on peptide type and formulation.

★★★★★

PDRN is being studied for barrier support, with limited evidence for everyday topical use.

★★★★★

Hydrogenated Polydecene supports the moisture barrier to reduce water loss.

★★★★★

Hyaluronic Acid supports hydration alongside ingredients that strengthen the skin barrier.

★★★★★

Recommended Formulas Formulas

Serum
Balm
Cream
Gel
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