Assessing the integrity of our skin barrier
Conversations about the skin barrier are mainstream nowadays, and a vast range of products are available to repair, protect, soothe and calm our skin from supermarkets, pharmacies and beauty counters. Assessing the integrity and vulnerabilities of our skin barrier Our...
The differences between baby and adult skin
What are the differences between baby and adult skin? Baby skin has reduced barrier function and a different lipid profile, increased reactivity, lower melanin production (and therefore less in-built sun protection). It also displays higher permeability, enabling...
Dr Carol Treasure’s latest thoughts on mildness…
Written by Dr Carol Treasure Here I am indulging in some all-important self care after a very busy couple of weeks! When rushing around, often staying in hotels and spending time in air conditioned conference rooms, I sense my skin becoming a little more sensitive....