That squeaky-clean feeling after washing your face? It's not your skin being extra clean. It's your skin barrier waving a small white flag.
What you need to know
Your skin has a barrier that holds moisture in and irritants out.
Hot water and harsh scrubbing wear it down.
A worn-down barrier leaks moisture fast, and that's the tightness you feel, sometimes within minutes.
Your skin barrier is like a brick wall
Myth:
Scrubbing harder gets your skin cleaner.
Fact:
Gentle cleansing lifts the same dirt and makeup as scrubbing, without wearing away the natural oils that keep your skin protected.
Skin Vibe tip: Moisturizer timing
Barrier repair starts right after cleansing. Apply moisturizer while skin's still slightly damp, it locks in what water you just gave it, instead of letting it evaporate.
