Your skin does more than determine how you look, it protects you every day. At the center of that protection is your skin barrier, a vital layer that keeps moisture in and harmful irritants out. When it’s healthy, your skin feels comfortable, balanced, and resilient. When it’s damaged, irritation, dryness, and breakouts often follow. Let’s break down why your skin barrier matters, what causes damage, and how to restore it. What Is the Skin Barrier? The skin barrier, also known as the stratum corneum, is [...]