Radiant skin starts with a strong foundation: your skin protection barrier. It is your protective shield against environmental influences, moisture loss and irritations. However, stress, incorrect care or external stress can weakenwhich skin problems in the face and on the body. Find out how you can skinprotectstrengthen barrier, one damaged skin barrier repair and your skin microbiome from the inside build up and support it - for a healthy, even complexion.
Strengthen the skin's protective barrier: essential protective functions of the epidermis
The skin's protective barrier, also known as the epidermal barrier, is a complex structure in the outermost layer of the skin, the stratum corneum. It provides effective protection against external stressors and regulates the skin's moisture balance. This barrier consists primarily of keratinocytes (corneocytes) - dead, keratinized skin cells - which are embedded in a lipid matrix. The lipid matrix consists of ceramides, cholesterol and free fatty acids and forms the main pathway through the stratum corneum. These lipids therefore play a decisive role in the permeability of the skin to various substances. The special arrangement of the skin's protective barrier results in the following key functions:
- Regulation of transepidermal water loss (TEWL): Prevents excessive moisture loss and maintains skin hydration.
- Protection against environmental influences: Forms a physical and chemical barrier against pollutants, UV radiation and pathogenic bacteria, viruses and fungi.
- pH value regulation: Maintains a healthy, slightly acidic pH (around 4.5-6.5) on the skin's surface, which promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria that naturally live on the skin and inhibits pathogenic microorganisms.
- Immunological function: Contains immune cells that form a first line of defense against pathogens.
The integrity of this barrier is crucial for the health and function of the skin.
SOS: When to protect your repair your damaged skin barrier must
Your skin sends you clear signals when the protective barrier is weakened. Redness, dryness, itching or an unpleasant feeling of tightness are signs that you should not ignore. Increased sensitivity to products that you normally tolerate well can also be an indication of a damaged skin barrier.
- Flaky or peeling skin
- Increased sensitivity to sunlight
- Increased acne formation or breakouts
- Slow wound healing
- Fine lines and wrinkles appear more pronounced
If you experience one or more of these symptoms face or on your body, it is important to act quickly to skin barrier to strengthen and to repair. One damaged protective skin barrier can not only lead to discomfort but also makes your skin more susceptible for long-term damage and premature aging. Time to give your skin some love and attention to your skin!
Inner strength: Do your skin(-barrier) something good
True beauty and strength come from within - this also applies to your skin. Nutrition, hydration and stress management are crucial if you want to repair and strengthen your skin's protective barrier. With the right nutrients, sufficient fluids and conscious relaxation, you can build up your skin barrier from the inside, strengthen thin skin and sustainably regenerate damaged skin.
Superfood for super skin
Nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamins can strengthen your skin and make it glow. So you can give your skin's protective barrier for example with fish, nuts, berries and green leafy vegetables do something good.
- Salmon: rich in omega-3 fatty acids and astaxanthin
- Avocados: Provide healthy fats and vitamin E
- Sweet potatoes: Contain beta-carotene, a precursor of vitamin A
- Kale: Full of antioxidants and vitamin C
- Pumpkin seeds: Provide zinc, which is important for skin regeneration
Hydration: Water as a beauty elixir
Water is life, even for your skin. Drink enough throughout the day to help hydrate your skin from the inside. A large water bottle in your field of vision can remind you to drink, and if you spice up your drinks with fruit 2 liters a day suddenly no longer a problem at all. Reduce caffeinated and alcoholic drinks, as these can have a dehydrating effect. Our tip: Green tea is not only refreshing, but also provides valuable antioxidants.
Stress management: relaxed skin is beautiful skin
Stress is an enemy of your skin's protective barrier. Chronic stress can lead to increased cortisol levels which can weaken the skin barrier. Find your own personal relaxation method - be it meditation, yoga or a walk in nature. Your skin will reward you with a healthy glow thank you.
- Mindfulness meditation: Helps you stay in the moment and reduce worry
- Progressive muscle relaxation: Releases physical tension in the body
- Regular exercise: Promotes the release of endorphins
- Sufficient sleep: Aim for 7-9 hours per night for optimal skin regeneration
- Maintain hobbies: Creative activities can reduce stress and bring joy
Customized care: Your skin type, your routine
Every skin type has specific needs when it comes to repair and strengthening the skin barrier goes. Let's take a closer look at the different skin types and their ideal care throw.
Dry and sensitive skin: gentle strengthening
If your skin is prone to dryness and sensitivity, rely on mild, moisturizing products. Ceramides and hyaluronic acid are your best friends for moisturizing the skin. rebuild the skin's protective barrier. Avoid hot showers and aggressive scrubsthat could further stress your skin.
- Gentle, pH-neutral cleansers without sulphates
- Moisturizers with ceramides and glycerine
- Hydrating face masks with soothing ingredients such as aloe vera or oat extract
- Be careful with active ingredients such as retinol or AHAs - start with low concentrations and increase slowly
Oily skin and acne: balance is everything
Even oily skin needs moisture! Choose light ones, non-comedogenic formulations. Niacinamide can help to regulate sebum production and at the same time improve strengthen the skin barrier.
- Light, oil-free moisturizercreams
- Products with salicylic acid for gentle exfoliation
- Clay masks to regulate sebum production
- Serums with niacinamide and zinc to support the skin barrier
Combination and normal skin: the golden mean
Combination and normal skin needs a balanced care. Concentrate on hydration and gentle protection. Experiment with different textures to find the perfect balance.
- Light lotions or gels for the T-zone
- Richer creams for drier areas
- Antioxidant-rich serums for added protection
- Regular, gentle exfoliation to support cell renewal
Mature skin: timeless beauty
With increasing age, the strengthening of the skin protection barrier even more important. Peptides and antioxidants are your allies in the fight against free radicals and moisture loss.
- Rich creams with peptides and ceramides
- Products containing retinol to promote collagen production
- Antioxidant-rich serums (e.g. with vitamin C) to protect against free radicals
- Night creams with regenerating ingredients such as bakuchiol or evening primrose oil
Power ingredients for a strong protective skin barrier
The right ingredients in your skincare can significantly strengthen its protection and even repair a damaged skin barrier. Three particularly effective active ingredients are collagenhyaluronic acid and niacinamide.
Collagen: The structural protein (scaffold) of the skin
Collagen is an essential protein that forms the structure and strength of the skin significantly influenced:
- Collagen is the most abundant protein in the dermis
- Strengthens the elasticity and strength of the skin
- Promotes cell renewal and wound healing
- Helps to bind moisture in the skin
With increasing age, the body's own collagen production decreases. Collagen products can strengthen the skin barrier and improve hydration.
Hyaluronic acid: the moisture magnet
Hyaluronic acid is a polysaccharide that can be used to 1000-fold of its own weight in bind water can:
- High-molecular hyaluronic acid: Forms a protective film on the skin surface
- Low-molecular hyaluronic acid: Moisturizes in deeper layers
- Supports the barrier function through intensive hydration
- Promotes the elasticity and suppleness of the skin
In synergistic combination with our 97% skin-identical collagen, you will find hyaluronic acid in our Collagen Night Serum or in our Collagen Body Lotion.
Niacinamide: The multifunctional active ingredient
Niacinamide, also known as vitamin B3, offers many benefits for the skin barrier:
- Increases ceramide production
- Strengthens the elasticity of the skin
- Reduces redness and inflammation
- Regulates sebum production
- Can lighten pigmentation spots
- Supports collagen production
In our QMS bestseller, the Collagen Recovery Creamthe ingredient unfolds its outstanding antioxidant effect.
The three ingredients work synergistically to strengthen the skin's protective barrier. While collagen supports structural integrity, hyaluronic acid ensures optimal hydration and niacinamide improves the overall barrier function and skin health.
Scientific innovations for strengthening the skin barrier
The future is now: Dermatological knowledge is continuously expanding and the skin care research is constantly making progress. Scientists and dermatologists are developing groundbreaking innovationswhich could protect your skin barrier even better in the future.
The skin microbiome: your invisible ecosystem
Living on your skin trillions from microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses, which together form your skin microbiome together. This invisible ecosystem is crucial for a healthy skin barrier. A balanced microbiome protects against harmful germsregulates the pH value and supports the skin in defense against inflammation. However, external factors such as environmental pollution, aggressive skin care products and excessive hygiene can disrupt the balance of your skin microbiome. This is where prebiotic and probiotic skincare ingredients come into play:
- Prebiotics: Nourish the "good" skin bacteria and promote their proliferation.
- Probiotics: Living microorganisms that strengthen the skin microbiome and restore the balance.
Skin careproducts with Lactobacillus ferments, Bifidobacterium extracts or inulin help to microbiome to stabilize and thus protective skin barrier to strengthen. In combination with moisturizing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, this can improve the skin barrier function sustainably improve.
QMS Medicosmetics: Scientifically sound solutions for your skin barrier
QMS Medicosmetics develops innovative solutions for a strong skin protection barrier: With scientifically proven premium skin care like COLLAgen3D™ and the PRECISION CARE collection we offer products that penetrate deep into the skin and strengthen it from the inside out. We rely on highly effective ingredients, confirmed in dermatological studies active ingredients, such as 100 % skin-identical, micromolecular collagen - innovative care for a strengthened skin barrier and radiantly healthy skin.
Strong skin barriers for strong women and men
A healthy skin barrier is more than just the key to beautiful skin - it is your protective shield against the challenges of everyday life. By protecting your skin protection barrier build upcare and strengthenyou invest in your well-being and your radiance.
Because strong women (and men) not only have a strong personality, they also have strong skin!