You've probably spent time and money creating the perfect lineup, finding the right cleansers, toners, serums, and moisturizers. You're doing your best to take care of your skin, and all these products even promise glowing, healthy skin. But what if your well-intentioned routine is the reason behind a damaged skin barrier?
Here's a reality check: yes, your skincare routine is probably doing more harm than good. Skin is the largest organ, and the skin barrier is its natural armor. When it's damaged, your skin becomes more sensitive, reactive, and dull.
If you’re struggling with a damaged barrier, let's have a little heart-to-heart about your skincare routine.
What is Your Skin Barrier?
Your skin barrier is the outermost layer of your skin. It does exactly what it sounds like. It decides what gets in, such as hydration and nutrients, and what stays out, including pollution, bacteria, and harsh ingredients.
When your skin is healthy, it looks glowy, balanced, and calm. And when it's not, that's a sign your skin needs a much-needed break. Tightness, flaking, redness, sensitivity, and breakouts, all are signs of a damaged skin barrier. And trust us, for healthy skin, all it needs is balance.
Common Skincare Routine Mistakes That Break the Barrier
Your skin doesn't need a 12-step skincare routine. Let's talk about what you're doing wrong. Because we've all been there!
Here are some skincare routine mistakes that quietly damage your skin:
Over-cleansing: Most foaming cleansers are harsh. They strip away the skin's natural oils.
Over-exfoliating: It's not something you should do every day. Too much exfoliation with acids and scrubs can damage the protective layer.
Layer overload: Combining too many actives, like retinol, vitamin C, and exfoliants, leaves your skin exhausted.
Skipping rest: Constantly experimenting with the skin drains its energy.
Under-moisturizing: Your skin needs moisture. Under-moisturizing can damage the barrier over time.
Forgetting sunscreen: Your skin barrier helps block UV rays, but it cannot handle much. Wearing sunscreen regularly helps protect it from damage.
Using hot water: A long, hot shower is damaging your skin's barrier. It results in water loss and increased dehydration.
These mistakes might make your skin feel clean and smooth for a short time, but over time, they weaken your skin's barrier.
What Happens When You Have a Damaged Skin Barrier?
It might not be obvious, but your skin is constantly hard at work. When your skin is crumbling, it means that moisture might be leaking out and irritants are sneaking in. What is happening is the opposite of what should happen.
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Redness on your skin that simply won't calm down.
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Your skin develops flaky patches even after you moisturize it.
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Products might make your skin reactive and sting.
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You'll be surprised by acne or irritation that appears out of nowhere.
Our customers have complained all this time that they have sensitive skin, but in reality, they just have a damaged barrier. Once they simplified their routine with FATCO, it changed everything.
How to Protect Your Skin Barrier Naturally
An expensive routine will not repair your skin. The right one will. Here's how you can protect skin barrier naturally:
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Simple steps: Just cleanse, moisturize, and protect. That's it, and you're good to go.
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Avoid the harsh stuff: Foaming cleansers or alcohol-based toners need to be avoided.
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Feed your skin: Tallow for skin barrier is a natural fat. It retains moisture and calms irritation.
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Consistency: Staying consistent with a simple routine gives your skin time to heal. Barrier repair requires patience.
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Hydration: Your skin needs hydration inside and out. Water, sleep, and gentle care can go a long way.
If you're still not sure where to start, check out FATCO's facial skincare basics dry skin and facial skincare basics oily skin. We break down exactly what your skin needs!
Why FATCO Works
The skincare industry has overcomplicated things. You don't need 10 products. The right 2 will do the job better. FATCO's products deliver visible results. Here's how:
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Tallow: FATCO products include tallow as the main ingredient. A tallow-based skincare routine restores the lost moisture, and it mimics the natural sebum for deep hydration.
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Myrrh and Frankincense: Just like tallow, these ancient ingredients have also proven to be efficient in healing the skin. They soothe inflammation and promote healing.
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Antioxidants: These protect your skin against free radicals and pollution damage, supporting natural skin barrier repair.
You can find all these ingredients in FATCO's products to create your own sensitive skin care routine that works wonders. If your skin needs extra nourishment, check out our guide on how to nourish aging skin.
A Minimal Skincare Routine, the FATCO Way
FATCO makes it easy for you to reset your skin. Our Moisturizing Power Pack is a complete, barrier-friendly skincare routine. Just two simple steps, and you're done.
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First, gently cleanse with the cleansing oil. It removed dirt and makeup without stripping the skin's natural oils.
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Next, use the Myrrhaculous Face Cream to lock in moisture. It is a rich, tallow-based moisturizer that seals in hydration and rebuilds the barrier.
These two products work together to bring your skin's natural balance back. You'll feel the difference yourself in just a few days. This routine is simple, minimal, and incredibly effective.
Healthy Skin Barrier Tips from Team FATCO
We believe in practicing what you preach. Here are a few extra healthy skin barrier tips from the FATCO team:
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Do not use hot water to wash your face. Try lukewarm or cool water.
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Exfoliating every day isn't necessary. Once or twice a week is enough.
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Moisturize right after cleansing, while your skin is still damp.
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If you live in a dry climate, use a humidifier.
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Eat healthy! Your skin loves avocado, salmon, and olive oil.
Healthy habits keep your skin healthy. All you need is just a little patience.
It's Time to Rethink Your Skincare Routine
Your skin doesn't need an elaborate skincare routine. All it needs are natural products that work for you, not against you.
At FATCO, we don't believe in having a complicated skincare routine. We believe in healing it with natural ingredients. So if you're ready to start a healing journey, FATCO's clean, minimal, and tallow-powered skincare routine is what you need.