The skin barrier, primarily located in the stratum corner (the outermost layer of the epidermis), serves as a protective shield, preventing transepidermal water los (TEWL) and defending against environmental aggressors like pollutants, bacteria, and allergens. Click through to learn more about what the skin barrier does, how to tell if you have an impaired barrier, and what you can do to support skin barrier health.

Pigmentation refers to the colour of your skin, determined by the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for skin, hair, and eye colour. Melanin production is a natural process that helps protect the skin from UV radiation. Click through to learn about the different types of pigmentation and what you can do to prevent hyperpigmentation.