Skin Barrier Protection Could Be the New Skin Care
Summary
Skin conditions like eczema affect millions of people worldwide and can greatly impact daily life. New research suggests that protecting the skin’s barrier—the outermost layer—may be as important as reducing inflammation in treating these conditions.Key Facts
- Over 200 million people globally have atopic dermatitis, a common form of eczema.
- In the U.S., more than 31 million people live with some form of eczema.
- Traditional eczema treatments focus mainly on reducing inflammation using creams and medications.
- The skin barrier protects against moisture loss and harmful irritants like pollen and bacteria.
- When the skin barrier is damaged, it loses moisture and becomes more sensitive to irritants.
- Researchers now believe protecting the skin barrier could help the skin heal better.
- AJ Singhal developed Kalm Patch, a protective patch to shield skin and reduce scratching.
- The patch aims to protect skin, block irritants, and keep moisture in to support healing.
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