Scientists from Japan have now developed a new and improved method for estimating the skin’s protective capability in individuals The skin is the primary physical barrier against harmful substances in ...

Why is skin barrier repair essential? Skincare science reveals how barrier health supports sensitive skin care and long-term ...

The skin is the primary physical barrier against harmful substances in the environment. But there is a significant difference in the protective capacity of the skin across individuals. Knowing the ...

The skin’s top layer contains a diverse set of hundreds of lipid molecules called ceramides with varying chain lengths that play a vital role in its barrier function. Ceramides are a type of lipid ...

Scientists have accurately analyzed the tough barrier layer of the skin giving the most detailed molecular map of its structure that will help in the development of new skin products and treatments.

Over-hydration, also known as barrier saturation, does not occur from drinking too much water, but from overwhelming the stratum corneum (the outermost layer of the skin) with too many humectant-heavy ...

A weakened skin barrier doesn’t always look obvious. Discover 5 subtle symptoms and the dermatologist-approved ways to repair ...

The skin's top layer contains a diverse set of hundreds of lipid molecules called ceramides with varying chain lengths that play a vital role in its barrier function. The skin's top layer contains a ...