Symptoms of thinning stratum corneum

The manifestation of a thinning stratum corneum is discomfort on the face. In order to avoid irritation when washing the face, people will choose warm water to moisturize the skin. However, as soon as the face touches the slightly hot water, they can feel a noticeable prickling sensation and a fine, dense tingling sensation.

How to repair a thin cuticle

1. The recovery of the stratum corneum is a long and slow process. Don’t think that the method is wrong or the product is useless just because it doesn’t work for one or two months. Frequent changes of skin care products are not good for the repair of the stratum corneum.

2. If the condition is serious, it is best to go to the hospital. Don’t try to deal with it yourself. Go see a dermatologist! The medicine they prescribe may not be as expensive as a set of skin care products.

3. Stay away from products without any quality assurance, products from small workshops, and any products recommended by celebrities that show quick results. Don’t go to Taobao if you can try them at a counter.

Restorative treatment

1. Don’t exfoliate

Thin stratum corneum and stratum corneum damage are the main causes of sensitivity and red blood streaks, so the first principle of maintenance is to protect the stratum corneum from damage.

Stay away from abrasive products and avoid exfoliating and acid scrubbing, whether it is for makeup removal or cleansing; stay away from hot compresses. Try to wear less makeup, because the process of removing makeup will make your already thin skin even thinner. When using toner, try to pat it on gently instead of wiping it with a cotton pad.

2. Strengthen protection

Sensitive skin has a thin stratum corneum, lacks the ability to protect against ultraviolet rays, and is prone to aging. Therefore, daily sun protection should be done adequately but care should be taken when choosing and applying sunscreen. When choosing a physical sunscreen, it is best not to apply it directly on the skin. It is better to apply a layer of sunscreen after applying basic skin care products. In addition, parasols and sun-protective clothing are also a very good combination.

3. Moisturize thoroughly

The stratum corneum of sensitive skin is usually thin, so it cannot retain enough moisture very stably. Whether it is an air-conditioned room in the summer or a dry climate in the winter, people with this skin type will feel the dehydration and dryness of the skin more keenly than ordinary people, so it is very important to strengthen moisturizing in daily care.

Research moisturizing products that contain ceramide or can repair the sebum layer, such as Cerave, Cetaphil, Physiogel, and Eucerin; give up brands such as Lancom, El, and Fresh. Avène, Uriage, Winona, Eucerin and Clinique all have redness-correcting series for redness-prone skin. The packaging of imported products will have the following logo: anti-redness, redness solution, redness relief. Some ingredients that are beneficial for soothing skin redness include: resveratrol, licorice flavonoids, oat polysaccharides, witch hazel, chamomile, horse chestnut, etc.

4. Nourish by half

Most cosmetics and skin care products for healthy skin emphasize high effectiveness. Their active ingredients penetrate the skin and act deep into the skin to produce noticeable effects. But for sensitive skin, high-concentration, high-effect cosmetics are high-risk and highly sensitive. Therefore, girls with thin stratum corneum should try to choose products with less irritation and mild properties, do not blindly pursue quick results or magical effects, and do not add extra burden to the skin.

5. Reduce irritation

Once dryness, flaking or redness occurs, it means that the health of the skin has sounded the alarm. The best way to make the skin recover as quickly as possible is to reduce irritation, not wear makeup, avoid excessive exposure to wind and rain, do not eat irritating foods, stop using all current skin care products and cleansing products, and let the skin only come into contact with clean water.

Stay away from skin care products containing fragrances, alcohol, preservatives, and lanolin; skin that is prone to redness or red blood streaks should avoid niacinamide, which is a commonly used ingredient for whitening, acne removal, and anti-aging. Use facial masks less often, as they will affect the barrier function of fragile skin.

6. Take antioxidant products internally to improve skin tolerance

Sensitive and weak skin is the main reason for the decreased ability to resist the external environment. It cannot withstand external stimuli and has poor tolerance. You can take grape seed health products at regular intervals to effectively remove free radicals, comprehensively improve the skin's tolerance, and repair the red blood vessels that have already formed on your face.