NATIONAL SKIN BARRIER DAY
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NATIONAL SKIN BARRIER DAY
March 12 is National Skin Barrier Day on the National Day Calendar as a day to raise awareness on the importance of skin barrier health for every skin type and every concern. Today, we are taking extra time to educate, encourage and inspire people to learn more about their skin barrier and take and take steps to protect it.
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Skin is the largest organ in our body and acts as a protective barrier for our overall health. A healthy skin barrier acts as a shield, protecting our bodies from harmful external elements and ensuring optimal skin health. Despite its vital role, our skin barrier is often overlooked in our daily healthcare routine. National Skin Barrier Day emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy skin barrier, while educating ourselves on the proper skin care practices and solutions.
Many people are unaware of the importance of how to properly care for our skin barrier. This neglect can result in a variety of skin concerns and can compromise our overall health. Our healthy skin barrier acts as the body's primary defense system, protecting us from environmental irritants, sensitivity, preventing dryness and keeping our skin healthy and looking great. The need for proper skin barrier care is essential in our daily routine to avoid damage.
5 Signs of a Compromised Skin Barrier
There are several conditions and factors that can cause damage to your skin barrier. For example, allergic diseases, such as asthma or food allergies may increase the chances of a disrupted skin barrier. In addition, many autoimmune diseases can cause skin concerns, such as psoriasis or dermatitis herpetiformis. Signs of a compromised skin barrier include:
Visible redness or irritation.
Minor cuts, scrapes or scratches.
Localized dry skin associated with itchiness.
Post-superficial aesthetic procedure.
Skin discomfort or tightness.
CELEBRATE NATIONAL SKIN BARRIER DAY
A healthy skin barrier not only affects our appearance, but it also affects us psychologically on how we feel about ourselves. Simple maintenance can and will help you feel beautiful in your skin. A few best practices to support and maintain your skin barrier include:
Use a gentle skincare product that is formulated to support a healthy skin barrier.
Keep your body hydrated by drinking plenty of water and moisturizing your skin regularly.
Use sunscreen every day and limit sun exposure to protect your skin from harmful UV rays.
Avoid using harsh products on your skin, especially those that contain alcohol. strong fragrances, and other irritants that can irritate your skin.
Get personalized advice and product recommendations specifically for your skin needs from a dermatologist.
Share your skin barrier routine with others on social media using the hashtag #NationalSkinBarrierDay.
HISTORY BEHIND NATIONAL SKIN BARRIER DAY
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National Skin Barrier Day was submitted by Avène in 2024 and approved by the National Day Calendar Registrar to be celebrated each year on March 12. Beginning in 2025, we are taking extra time to educate, encourage and inspire people to learn more about their skin barrier and act on protecting it. Let's join Avène as they raise awareness about the importance of skin health, encourage people to take better care of their largest organ, and promote education and prevention to ensure healthy skin for everyone.
About the Founder
With over 275 years of expertise rooted in dermatology and hydrotherapy, Eau Thermale Avène is a leader in managing sensitive skin disorders and is recommended by dermatologists worldwide. Formulated with dermatologist-recommended ingredients, Avène offers a wide range of high-quality, efficacious solutions with proven results.
Avène is dedicated to supporting the quality of life for all skin types. Dermatologists are involved from product concept, development, and testing, to create safe solutions for even the most sensitive skin. At the heart of every formula is Avène Thermal Spring Water, which is clinically proven to soothe, soften and calm the skin. All products are non-comedogenic.
