What is the skin's moisture barrier & why is it important?

When we say someone’s skin looks healthy, we’re really talking about its moisture barrier: a natural, lipid-rich blend of ceramides, cholesterol and fatty acids that makes the skin appear smooth, supple, and resilient and functions as skin’s first line of defense. A healthy moisture barrier keeps pollution and bacteria out, and helps hold in hydration.

But skin’s moisture barrier can easily be compromised by stressors like environmental aggressors, over-exfoliation, or the natural skin aging process. Like a deflated balloon, skin then loses its bounce, vitality and natural luster – becoming dull and amplifying imperfections. Many consumers turn to anti-aging products to restore their skin’s bounce and tone, but these don’t address the root problem: prolonged dehydration due to a compromised barrier.

The upcoming solution saturates skin with hydration, and locks in moisture to help it bounce back. Formulated with four types of Hyaluronic Acid, it hydrates and seals in moisture for supple skin; smooths fine lines; and strengthens skin’s barrier.