Intercellular lipids of skin

Intercellular lipids of skin

July 22, 2020 0 Comments

Stratum corneum lipids play a major role in maintaining skin hydration. These intercellular lipids comprise approximately 40% to 50% ceramides, 20% to 25% cholesterol, 15% to 25% fatty acids (that have chain lengths between 16 and 30 carbons, C24:0–C28:0 being the most abundant), and 5% to 10% cholesterol sulfate.

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Transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and damage to the skin barrier

Transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and damage to the skin barrier

July 21, 2020 0 Comments

Transepidermal water loss (TEWL) is the loss of water from the stratum corneum.  And it’s one of the major factors responsible for dry, scaly skin and irritant dermatitis.

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Desquamation: The shedding of skin cells

Desquamation: The shedding of skin cells

January 07, 2020 0 Comments

Shedding of skin is a process call desquamation. In normal skin, the whole epidermis is replace in about 42 days and for the stratum corneum alone in about 14 days.

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Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF): How our skin retains water naturally

Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF): How our skin retains water naturally

October 11, 2019 0 Comments

Our stratum corneum contains free amino acids, and other nature occurring chemical lactic acid, urea, and sodium PCA, etc.  These are called “natural moisturizing factors” and are responsible for keeping the skin moist and pliable by attracting and holding water.

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A Quick Overview of skin anatomy and physiology

A Quick Overview of skin anatomy and physiology

July 20, 2019 0 Comments

Skin is the organ that protect us from the environment.  It is our widest organ with a weight of about 4 kg and 1.8 m2 surface. It prevents dehydration, stop harmful materials from penetrating into our body, helps maintain our body temperature, and act as a cushions against mechanical shock. Our skin is a living organism, therefore it goes through an aging process and under constant renewal. As we aged, its functionality also decreased.

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The important relationship between Cleanser, Skin pH, and Acne

The important relationship between Cleanser, Skin pH, and Acne

July 19, 2019 0 Comments

If there’s one thing I can tell you that will make the biggest difference in your acne treatment or taking care of your skin …that will be choosing the right cleanser.  The right cleanser is one that won’t alter our skin pH or damage our skin barrier.

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Y.O.U Experience- LM's Testimonial

Y.O.U Experience- LM's Testimonial

June 20, 2019 0 Comments

L.M. is a long time customer of mine.  It’s incredible to read her testimonial for YOU Skincare! Reading and seeing people’s skin health improved gives me joy.  This is why I do what I do and why I never give up no matter how many obstacles came my way! This truly validates my belief that healthy skin can be achieved by being gentle with your skin.  

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Our Founder's Story.  How YOU Skincare come about....

Our Founder's Story. How YOU Skincare come about....

February 12, 2019 0 Comments

People often associate acne with teenage hormones, but in my experience it’s a combination of skincare products, diet, hormone, and stress. Your body is a well-oiled machine. We have to feed it the right oil and perform periodic maintenance if we want it to stay healthy for a long time. We have only one skin, one body so we need to take good care of it! If you invest in your health you will be the one reaping the rewards.
Here's my story of my acne journey and how I end up creating YOU Skincare!

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A Brand New YOU!

A Brand New YOU!

April 02, 2017 0 Comments

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