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How Do I know if My Skin is Dry or Dehydrated?

To put it simply, “dry” is a skin type and “dehydrated” is a skin condition. Dry skin lacks oil-based moisture, or lipids. Dehydrated skin lacks water. 

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What is slugging?

While slugging may seem to be the latest K-beauty skincare trend, the practice actually dates back to beauty routines of the 60s and 70s.

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The Importance of Lipids to Skin Health

Lipids may not sound very sexy. But they’re vital for the health and youthful appearance of our skin. Essentially, lipids are the skin’s natural fats – and essential components of the skin’s upper layers.

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Changing the conversation about skin barrier health….

We are changing the conversation around skin – by going deeper than topical results – and focusing on skin barrier lipids and their role in total wellness.

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5 first aid tips for your stressed-out skin

Diligent hand washing is a necessary part of life right now, but it can also damage your skin. It's more important than ever to keep your body’s natural armor healthy and protected.

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Did you know that all skin types can be dehydrated?

Did you know that all skin types can be dehydrated, even oily skin types? Dehydrated skin lacks water in the skin barrier. It’s possible that your skin can produce an abundance (or over-abundance) of sebum, but still be dehydrated. This happens when the skin barrier is compromised and not efficiently holding onto water. If your oily skin looks dull, feels tight, has a rough surface texture, is sensitive or reactive, or is developing lines and wrinkles, it may be dehydrated. 

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Strengthen the skin barrier and manage eczema, in 4 easy steps!

Keeping your skin barrier healthy and intact is an important part of any skincare regimen – whether you have dry skin, or you are one of 36 million North Americans...