Sensitized skin is not a skin type. It is skin that is triggered by internal and external factors, such as medications, sun exposure, diets, weather, and certain chemicals. Some skin care products may be too harsh to the skin. SKIN SENSITIVITY Exposure to stress, over-exfoliation, alcohol, smoking, a client’s lifestyle can cause skin sensitivity. This common condition is caused by a damaged barrier function that…

You always hear about the mind and body connection. But, what about the skin and gut connection?If an individual constantly eats a diet lacking in nutrients, they will suffer the consequences of inflammation.Skin is a person’s largest organ. It is made up of many, tiny living microorganisms that fight off harmful bacteria and keep the body’s bacteria balanced.This is the same for the gut.In order…

First things first, what is the skin barrier? The skin barrier consists of cells and is made up of lipids (fats) and it forms the skin’s outermost layer. Also known as the permeability barrier, moisture barrier, or lipid barrier, the skin barrier is responsible for making sure essential water and electrolytes do not evaporate from the skin. When the skin barrier is damaged, signs of…

Compromised skin can affect a large group of the population, including oncology patients. According to the American Cancer Society, in 2020, there will be an estimated 1.8 million new cancer cases diagnosed.1Among complaints, cancer patients can experience dry skin, hand and foot skin reaction, and dermatitis.2 {mprestriction ids="3,4,26,18,6,7,8,9,14,18"} Oncology patients can alsopsychologically suffer from their condition, as well and aestheticians can impact these patients in…