The skin journal
Long-form, referenced articles on ingredients and the skin barrier. Educational only — not medical advice and not product treatment claims.
18 August 2026 · 6 min read
In richly pigmented skin, surface dryness often reads as ash rather than redness. That single difference changes what you should look for — and when you should act.
Dr. Abena OseiDermatology educator
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29 July 2026 · 8 min read
A plain-English look at barrier-supporting lipids, and why the fatty-acid composition of an oil matters more than the marketing on the bottle.
Dr. Kwame BoatengSkin barrier researcher
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12 June 2026 · 5 min read
The honest line between supportive skincare and a clinical claim — and how to tell which one a product is actually making.
Dr. Yaa MensahClinical researcher
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