Ceramides in Skincare
Ceramides are a type of lipid naturally present in the skin known for their ability to support the skin barrier and retain moisture.
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We’re passionate about skin health education. Skin Notes is a collection of articles that focus on skincare concerns, ingredients, technologies and more.
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Skin Hydrators in Skincare
Glycerin, polyclycerides, linoleic acid and linolenic acid—all key skin hydrators—helping to provide essential moisture replenishment, retain water and maintain long term benefits.
Ferment-Peptide Complex in Skincare
Our Ferment-Peptide Complex is a snergistic peptide complex that strengthens the skin barrier and helps promote microbiota balance. It fortifies and protects the skin barrier which prevents dehydration for overall visual improvement.
Ectoin Vs. Hyaluronic Acid - Which Is Right For You?
While both ectoin and hyaluronic acid enhance skin moisture, hyaluronic acid primarily boosts hydration, while ectoin stabilizes and locks moisture in, making it especially beneficial for sensitive or dry skin prone to dehydration. Both ingredients can work synergistically together and provide long lasting hydration benefits.
Everything To Know About Our New Lip Visor Sunscreen SPF Lip Balm
Sun protection is one of the most essential parts of your daily skincare routine—but it’s easy to overlook the lips. Lips are among the most vulnerable areas on your face, yet typical sunscreen products rarely provide effective coverage for them.That's exactly why we created Lip Visor Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 Lip Balm: a lip sunscreen that protects, hydrates, and easily integrates into your daily routine
Physalis Angulata Extract in Skincare
Physalis Angulata Extract is a natural extract that helps support lip volume and provide antioxidant protection.
Sorbeth-2 Hexaoleate in Skincare
Sorbeth-2 Hexaoleate is a polymer with core technology that encapsulates sunscreen filters to help shield them from external influences and significantly enhance their performance.
Bisabolol in Skincare
Bisabolol is an antioxidant derived from chamomile known for its soothing and antioxidant properties.
Silicone for Scars: What It Does and How to Use It Effectively
Silicone is one of the most recommended ingredients for scar care because it hydrates skin, supports collagen balance, and protects the healing area. The Scar Solutions Silicone Scar Stick makes it easier to stay consistent, which is essential for effective scar treatment.
Everything To Know About Reactive Skin Solutions 5% Ectoin Cream
Our 5% Ectoin Cream is a steroid-free solution designed to rescue you on those days when nothing else in your skincare routine can. Think of it as something you might keep in a beauty First Aid kit: You’ll want it when your skin is more symptomatic and needs extra attention. It can alleviate sensitivity, scaling, roughness, redness and irritation—all while moisturizing and restoring your compromised skin barrier. Use it on flare-ups for targeted relief.
Ectoin in Skincare
Ectoin is an amino acid derivative that acts as a high-end, clinically proven active ingredient to help protect skin from dehydration and various external stressors such as free radicals, air pollution, and climate concerns and promote skin barrier improvements. Suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin.
Allantoin in Skincare
Allantoin is a compound that can be found in several plants, such as comfrey, chamomile, and wheat sprouts. In topical medical treatments, it's used to promote wound healing and in skincare, allantoin is recognized for its soothing, moisturizing and keratolytic (skin-softening) properties.
Urea + Hydroxyethyl Urea in Skincare
Urea + Hydroxyethyl Urea is a synergistic blend that hydrates while supporting skin renewal to reduce skin roughness.
Ectoin Vs. Niacinamide - Which Is Right For You?
Both ectoin and niacinamide support the skin barrier - though they work differently to do so. Ectoin supports the skin barrier by binding moisture to the skin and creating a film on the skin that prevents water loss. Niacinamide helps to facilitate the production of ceramides and elastin, two critical parts of the skin barrier; it helps support the skin's natural shield.
Everything To Know About Half & Half Fluid Moisturizer
Our Half & Half Lightweight Moisturizer is a milky emulsion format designed to mimic the benefits of a moisturizing lotion or cream—yet feel almost weightless. It’s a thin fluid that still feels plush and has some cushion. It’s not a toner or an essence; it’s a true lightweight moisturizer that feels almost as light as a toner or essence. It provides a great alternative to traditional creams or face oils.
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DISCLAIMER:
All skincare blog posts are intended to help educate on specific ingredients and skin care topics. Our articles are written to be informative and informational. They are not indicative of individual performance. Results may vary per applicant. Any reference to a specific patient experience is not a medical suggestion for treatment. Please note that any Prequel products with referenced ingredients are formulated for Cosmetic Use Only and NOT intended as replacements for physician advice and/or pharmaceutical product recommendations.