Skincare needs a makeover as the seasons change.

This is a crucial time for skincare, as the weather shifts and our skin becomes more vulnerable to dryness, irritation, and sensitivity. The transition from summer to autumn is a significant shift in the skincare routine. The sun’s rays become less intense, but the air is often drier, leading to a decrease in hydration levels.

Ceramides When it comes to supporting and comforting dry skin, ceramides are key. Ceramides are naturally occuring chains of lipids in the skin. A lack of ceramides can weaken the skin barrier, making it vulnerable to damage from external aggressors, such as bitterly cold temperatures. By enhancing your regime with the topical application of ceramides, you are able to fill in any gaps, thus strengthening the barrier. To get nerdie, the skin produces ceramides naturally in the epidermal layers of the skin, where ceramides hold the upper epidermal cells in place and allow water reserves to be stored and reduce TEWL (transepidermal water loss). This gives a ‘brick and cement effect’, with the bricks being the cells and a large part of the cement being ceramides. It can help to imagine a house with no cement to keep the bricks in place – it leaves it vulnerable. The same rings true for ceramides, as the ingredient works to hold and keep a healthy barrier in place.

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The skin, our largest organ, acts as a formidable barrier against the external world.

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“For healthy and resilient skin, focus on using moisturizers that contain glycerin. Glycerin is a humectant, which means it pulls moisture from the air and your skin to keep it hydrated. This process helps build the skin’s protective barrier and keep it strong. ”
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Glycerin, a natural humectant, plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy and resilient skin.

Additional information:
* CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser is formulated with ceramides, which are essential for maintaining the skin’s protective barrier. * The cleanser is gentle and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. * It is fragrance-free and non-comedogenic, meaning it won’t clog pores. * The cleanser is available in a variety of sizes and formats, including a foaming gel and a cream.

Top tips: • Top up your hydration levels during the day with a spritz such as the brand new Skingredients Spritz O’Clock (available now at Skingredients.com) or Pestle & Mortar Balance Facial Spritz which contains calming magnesium to soothe weather worn complexions. • Take care not to over exfoliate. This can be really tempting when your skin is looking dull but over exfoliation can weaken the skin barrier, leading to more problems including sensitiation, redness and increasing transepidermal water loss (TEWL). I recommend that you exfoliate no more than 2-3 evenings a week and always opt for exfoliating acids rather than gritty, manual scrubs (which are far more barrier friendly) and follow with sunscreen every day.

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* The rise of “payday” moisturizers has been a recent trend, with consumers seeking quick hydration and relief from dry skin. * These moisturizers often contain ingredients like hyaluronic acid, which attracts and retains moisture. * Neutrogena® Hydro Boost Water Gel Moisturizer is a popular example of a “payday” moisturizer. * The popularity of “payday” moisturizers is driven by convenience, affordability, and the desire for immediate results.

Payday Murad Nutrient Charged Water Gel (€53.90, theskinnerd.com). Great for soothing all skin types, this lightweight oil-free gel moisturiser is enriched with vitamins B3 and E alongside the innovative Cumulative Hydration-Release Technology that instantly locks moisture to skin and increases retention for up to 5 days. Apply daily to alleviate dryness and keep the skin plump and smooth.