Our skin is a powerful, living organ that performs numerous functions for our bodies and protects us from the outside world. The skin barrier protects our body from infections, chemicals, toxins, moisture loss, and other everyday stresses. It also prevents dehydration, regulates body temperature, releases hormones, transports vital nutrients to the skin, synthesises vitamin D, and protects against oxidation of the lipids in the epidermis. It is little wonder that the skin and its health deserve our attention.
What is the skin barrier, and what does it look like?
Your skin barrier comprises multiple layers, which are categorised according to their location and role. For example, the stratum corneum is the uppermost layer of the skin. Together with all the other layers, it protects the underlying tissues from harsh external environments and aggressors.
Vichy’s Mineral 89 Skin Health Booster is a fortifying and plumping daily booster. It provides the skin of the face with 89% mineralising volcanic water and hyaluronic acid. These minerals make the skin more resistant to urban and environmental stressors.
The acid mantle
The skin barrier is slightly acidic by nature. Its surface microbiome is a thin film made of sebum that contains amino acids, lipids, and other components that keep the surface in balance.
This valuable layer creates protection against the growth of harmful viruses, bacteria, and fungi that could damage the skin leading to infection. This buffer can be weakened during illness and with harsh skin products that strip off the skin’s natural oils.
A disruption in the acid mantle leads to inflammatory conditions that can cause the skin to be irritated, red, dry, and look aged in appearance.
Skin support with Mineral 89
Mineral 89 is an advanced Skin health booster with a formula that acts as a skin barrier to protect your skin and ensure it Is fortified, hydrated, plumped and glowing with health. From travel to pollution to harsh product use to excessive sun exposure, Mineral 89 prioritises antioxidant protection, restoring and strengthening the natural skin barrier. The skin barrier is then better able to perform its functions, improving skin health and appearance.
Mineral 89 can also be used as a primer to make up and by men immediately after shaving. The skin health booster should be applied to the decolletage, neck, and face after cleansing and before applying serums, moisturisers, and sun protection. The lightweight and transparent formula is absorbed quickly and efficiently into the skin. It is suitable for sensitive skin as it contains no fragrance, parabens, or alcohol; it is also hypoallergenic.
With naturally occurring hyaluronic acid that hydrates and plumps the skin, and Vichy volcanic water that is enriched with 15 minerals it strengthens and repairs the skin barrier, Mineral 89 has become a popular daily booster that gives the skin a chance to keep conducting its vital roles.
Sources:
Skin Barrier Function and How to Repair and Care for It. (2020, September 16). Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/health/skin-barrier
How To Repair Your Skin’s Acid Mantle. (n.d.). Trusted Health Products. Retrieved 4 April 2022, from https://www.trustedhealthproducts.com/blogs/skin-care/how-to-repair-your-skin-s-acid-mantle