5 Mistakes Destroying Your Skin Barrier (& What to Do Instead)

If your skin barrier feels tight, red, or breakout-prone, you’re not alone. A weak barrier can’t lock in hydration or protect against irritants, but with the right routine, you can repair it.

Mistake #1: Using harsh cleansers + hot water

✨ Fix it: Always use warm or cool water. Start with a gentle Oil Cleanser to melt away makeup, then follow with a pH-balanced cleanser (we recommend Fresh Face Grapefruit + Charcoal Clearing Cleanser) to clean deeply without stripping.

Mistake #2: Using strong actives (like harsh retinol or acids) on damaged skin

✨ Fix it: Swap in Bakuchiol + Hyaluronic Acid Serum. Bakuchiol supports repair & collagen production without irritation, while hyaluronic acid restores hydration.

Mistake #3: Skipping moisturizer because of oily or acne-prone skin

✨ Fix it: Use a lightweight, calming moisturizer that’s barrier-friendly. We recommend the Skin Bliss Blue Tansy + Cloudberry Brightening Moisturizer.

Mistake #4: Overloading your skin with too many products

✨ Fix it: Stick with a simple, barrier-repairing routine: cleanse → tone → serum → moisturizer → evening facial oil.

Mistake #5: Forgetting SPF

✨ Fix it: Protect the barrier you’re rebuilding. Our Daylight Pore Minimizing Primer SPF 30 is a mineral sunscreen that shields against UV while blurring pores.

The takeaway: Healing your skin barrier isn’t about perfection, it’s about patience, consistency, & choosing clean, nontoxic skincare that supports your skin instead of stressing it out.

You’ve got this, & we’re here to help.

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xo,
Krista

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