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WHAT'S A MICROBIOME AND WHY IS IT IMPORTANT?

Hi, babes! Emma here, and today we'll be talking about something quite interesting. By that, I mean that we'll be learning out our skin's microbiome, the gut-skin relation, and of course nutricosmetics, which have been a strong trend these past few years when it comes to the beauty industry. Without further ado, let's dive right in. How frequently are we asked about our skin type when it comes to its qualities? The usual kinds, such as sensitive, normal, combination, oily, or blemish-prone, are therefore automatically used. Not that this terminology is inaccurate, but we can no longer make such straightforward inferences about our skin. Our skin is not as rigid or static as one might believe given that it is a complex organ. Understanding how our skin responds to the environment has an impact on how we take care of it. Skin Type vs Skin Condition We might comprehend that there are several "types" of skin, including normal, combination, dry, oily, and sensitive...

BARRIER REPAIR: HOW TO BABY THE HELL OUT OF YOUR SKIN WHEN YOU'VE OVERDONE IT

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Hi, babes!  Emma here,  and today we'll be discussing barrier repair! But before we begin, let's clear some things up first, shall we?  You are not alone if you have ever questioned what your skin barrier is. Recent skincare commercials have certainly highlighted skin barriers along with some lofty advice on how to improve your barrier, how to cherish it, how it's the source of all happiness and unhappiness, etc. Skin barriers are being overhyped right now, but there's a good reason for it: Your skin barrier is what determines how your skin looks and feels, and if you're not taking good care of yours, you could be increasing your risk of dryness, irritation, acne, rosacea, fine lines, and other skin conditions. Not the best, is it? I'm here to assist you in understanding what your skin barrier is precisely and why it's so crucial. Simply put, your skin's outermost layer, which acts as a shield, is known as the skin barrier. Your skin barrier basically se...