CLn Skin Care understands the importance of effective, science-backed ingredients for balanced, hydrated skin. For sensitive or compromised skin, maintaining moisture is essential for a healthy, resilient skin barrier. CLn Skin Care incorporates glycerin into its products, providing gentle, long-lasting hydration.
What is Glycerin, and Why is It Important for Skin?
Glycerin is a natural humectant, meaning it can attract water to the skin and retain it. Whether derived from plant-based oils or synthetically produced, glycerin is a clear, odorless liquid commonly used in skincare due to its hydrating and skin-soothing properties. Its gentle nature makes it suitable for most skin types, especially those with compromised or sensitive skin, such as eczema, dermatitis, or rosacea.
One of glycerin’s main benefits is its ability to help maintain the skin’s natural barrier by keeping it hydrated. When the skin barrier is compromised, it becomes vulnerable to environmental irritants and loses moisture quickly. Glycerin supports this barrier by attracting and retaining moisture, making it an essential ingredient for individuals seeking to manage flare-ups and maintain hydration.
How Glycerin Helps Maintain Skin's Moisture Balance
A balanced moisture level is essential for skin health, and glycerin is one of the best ingredients for achieving that balance. Its humectant properties allow it to draw moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated throughout the day. This effect benefits people with skin conditions like eczema and dermatitis, where dryness and irritation are often problematic.
Unlike other moisturizing ingredients that can leave the skin feeling greasy, glycerin provides lightweight hydration that absorbs quickly. This makes it suitable for use under makeup or sunscreen, as it won’t clog pores or cause breakouts. CLn Skin Care’s facial moisturizer uses glycerin to provide lasting hydration, helping the skin stay soft, supple, and resilient even in harsh environmental conditions.
While glycerin helps attract moisture to the skin, it often works best when combined with other moisturizing ingredients. This combination enhances its effectiveness in supporting the skin barrier and can indirectly reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL)—the evaporation of moisture from the skin's surface. By maintaining proper hydration, glycerin contributes to a more stable skin barrier, making a noticeable difference in skin comfort and appearance for individuals with sensitive skin.
Glycerin in Cleansers: Balancing Effective Cleansing with Hydration
While glycerin is primarily known for its moisturizing benefits, it also serves a unique role in cleansers by helping maintain hydration during the cleansing process. Cleansers can often strip the skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness and irritation, especially for those with compromised skin. However, when glycerin is included in a cleanser, it helps balance the cleansing process by keeping the skin hydrated while removing dirt, oil, and impurities.
This balance is important for individuals with skin conditions that make the skin more susceptible to irritation. Glycerin-enriched cleansers, like those in CLn Skin Care’s facial cleanser, offer effective cleansing without the dryness associated with traditional cleansers. By leaving the skin hydrated after cleansing, glycerin prepares the skin for other steps in the skincare routine.
Using glycerin in both cleansers and moisturizers provides a continuous hydration effect, allowing the skin to stay balanced and comfortable throughout the day. This is especially beneficial in dry or cold climates, where moisture loss is more pronounced.
Lock in Lasting Hydration with CLn Skin Care
If you're looking to boost your skin’s hydration and maintain a resilient, healthy barrier, CLn Skin Care’s products with glycerin are the perfect addition to your routine. Designed for sensitive and compromised skin, these dermatologist-recommended solutions help lock in moisture and soothe irritation, providing comfort and protection throughout the day.