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Barrier Buddies: Skincare Products That Restore and Repaired my Skin Barrier!

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have you ever gone a little *too* hard with the exfoliation? accidentally mixed up two (or more) acids? yup, I've been there! here are some of the products that have helped me soothe my skin and slowly restore my skin barrier! they are gentle and don...
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Mists

 
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a lighweight sunscreen that won't leave streaks or annoying whitecast! this is a sunscreen that doesn't smell like sunscreen, so no artificial vibes! it also leaves my skin super glowy and works so nicely over makeup so make sure to reapply!!
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-fit Suncream 50ml
 
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super good at helping me soothe my skin from flare-ups! if my skin is dry and flaky, this helps me add hydration after cleansing
Avène Thermal Spring Water - Avene
 
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perfect for preventing breakouts after sweating/working out and reducing redness! it's also super refreshing after working out or a hot, sunny day.
SOS Daily Rescue Facial Spray with Hypochlorous Acid

SPFs

 
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a simple sunscreen with a more serum and lightweight texture than traditional spfs. it feels very gentle and won't make your eyes water!
[Isntree] Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel 50 ml
 
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-fit Suncream 50ml

Moisturizers

 
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perfect for soothing dry patches and irritation! you can use this as an overnight mask if you really want to lock in hydration. if your skin is feeling irritated/angry a small dolloup of this will help it calm down!
Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream - Avene
 
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this is a very soothing moisturizer (thanks to the oatmeal!) it doesn't feel heavy or thick on my skin but still is very moisturizing. great for all skin types, doesn't make me look greasy or oily
Ultra Repair Face Moisturizer
 
Aquaphor Healing Ointmen

Masks

 
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this is a cooling mask so if your barrier feels irritated or your skin has redness it will help cool your face! think about it like applying a nice layer of aloe on a sunburn! soothing, calming, and cooling
Hydro Cera-nol Real Deep Mask
 
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the oatmeal in this mask helps soothe your skin and calm down irritation and redness! it has actual oatmeal so don't be scared if you see the little bits, it's not expired! it leaves my skin feeling super soft!
Ultra Repair Oatmeal Mask
 
Torriden DIVE IN Hyaluronic Acid Facial Mask

Serums

 
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if you've tried cicalfete but find it too heavy or want to layer something with it, this is basically the soothing goodness of cicalfete in a bottle! super lightweight serum that doesn't leave any sticky feeling or residue behind! use both for maximu...
Cicalfate+ Intensive Skin Restorative Serum
 
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this is a nice serum if you're looking for a serum you can use daily that won't cause breakouts or CC. it has a hydrating, jelly texture that my skin just drinks up super quickly! it helps with redness so much!
Wonder Releaf Centella Serum Unscented - Purito Seoul