Skin Barrier SOS: How I’m Repairing My Skin After Over-Exfoliation

Recently, my barrier felt compromised (dryness, stinging, redness… the works. I hit pause on all actives and went back to skin barrier basics with help from some trusted SkinCeuticals products. Here’s the routine that’s helping me heal and rebuild: Cleanser: any gentle non striping cleanser Serum: Hydrating B5 Gel Packed with hyaluronic acid and vitamin B5 to deeply hydrate and soothe. Moisturiser: Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2 A holy grail for barrier repair. Restores essential lipids (ceramides, cholesterol, fatty acids) and makes my skin feel nourished and protected. Sunscreen (AM): Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50 Mineral-based, lightweight, and gentle If your skin ever feels overworked or sensitive, don’t panic. Just go back to the basics and give your skin what it needs: hydration, lipids, and protection 💙