Other names for Skin Care (general)

Daily skin maintenance
Epidermal health
Skin barrier support

Synopsis of Skin Care (general)

General skin care refers to a holistic routine that supports the health, integrity, and appearance of the skin across all ages and skin types. The skin is the body’s largest organ, acting as a barrier against environmental toxins, pathogens, and moisture loss. Proper skin care includes cleansing, moisturizing, sun protection, and nutritional support, all of which help prevent premature aging, dryness, inflammation, and acne. A balanced skin care routine maintains hydration, pH balance, elasticity, and a healthy microbiome. Lifestyle factors such as diet, hydration, stress, and sleep also directly impact skin vitality and resilience.

Types:

• Basic skin care: Daily routine including gentle cleansing, moisturizing, and sun protection

• Preventative skin care: Focused on preserving youthfulness and preventing damage

• Corrective skin care: Targets concerns like acne, hyperpigmentation, or wrinkles

• Barrier repair: Restores the skin's protective layer after irritation or damage

• Sensitive skin care: Uses hypoallergenic, non-irritating products to reduce redness and inflammation

Common Causes of Skin Concerns:

• Environmental exposure (UV, wind, pollution)

• Harsh cleansers or over-exfoliation

• Hormonal changes or imbalances

• Poor hydration or nutrient intake

• Inflammatory foods (e.g., sugar, dairy for some)

• Inadequate sleep or high stress levels

• Disruption of the skin microbiome (e.g., through antibiotics or harsh products)

Severity Causes (When Skin Health Declines):

• Chronic inflammation or oxidative stress

• Persistent barrier damage and moisture loss

• Untreated infections or clogged pores

• Systemic nutrient deficiencies (e.g., zinc, omega-3s, vitamins A, C, D)

• Autoimmune or metabolic conditions affecting skin (e.g., eczema, psoriasis, diabetes)

When to See a Doctor:

• Unexplained or worsening rashes, irritation, or acne

• Changes in skin texture, pigmentation, or moles

• Chronic dryness, flakiness, or infections

• Suspected allergic reactions or product sensitivities

Natural remedies for Skin Care (general)

Aloe vera: A soothing moisturizer that hydrates, heals, and calms irritation without clogging pores. Supports barrier recovery and reduces redness.

Omega-3 fatty acids: Strengthen skin cell membranes and reduce inflammation. Improve texture, elasticity, and barrier integrity from within.

Probiotics: Support the gut-skin axis, promoting clear, resilient skin and helping to reduce inflammation and conditions like acne or eczema.

Vitamin C: Boosts collagen production, brightens skin tone, and protects against UV-induced oxidative damage. Essential in both topical and dietary forms.

Vitamin A (and derivatives): Regulates skin cell turnover and supports barrier function. Often used to improve tone, texture, and acne prevention.

Magnesium: Helps regulate hydration and inflammation at the skin level. Also promotes relaxation, which indirectly benefits skin through reduced stress.

Zinc: Key for wound healing, oil control, and immune defense in the skin. Also useful in acne prevention and reducing redness.

Hydration and sleep: Drinking enough water and getting restorative sleep help skin repair, stay elastic, and maintain a healthy glow.

Ingredients

These raw ingredients are often used in alternative medicine to treat Skin Care (general)

3,3'-dihydroxy-B-carotene-4,4'-dione
Abalone
Algal protein
Allantoin
Almond fruit
Aloe vera
Alpha hydroxy acids
alpha-terpineol
amaranth
Anserina
anthocyanidins
anthocyanins
apple
apricot
arbutin
argan nut oil
Asam gelugor
Ascophyllum nodosum
astaxanthin
avocado
azelaic acid
beet
behenic acid
beta-carotene
beta-zeacarotene
Biopeptide
birch
bird\'s nest
bisabolene
black currant
Black spruce
borage
bottle gourd
Brassica
butternut
California chia
camphor oil
candelilla wax
Carnosine
castile soap
catalase
cereal grass
chervil
chickweed
citral
cocoa butter
colostrum
copaiba oil
cryptoxanthin
cucumber
currant
d-alpha tocopherol
David\'s milkberry
dog rose
dulse
dulse leaf
Dunaliella salina
egg
emu oil
flavans
Gac
geraniol
Glucosylceramide
glyceryl oleate
Glycolic acid
Glycosylceramides
goji berry
Haematococcus pluvialis
Heartsease
heartwood
Himalayan salt
Houttuynia
hyaluronic acid
Kachnar
keratin
L-cysteine
L-glutathione
L-histidine
Leptospermum scoparium
Lilium polyphyllum
limonene
linoleic acid (LA)
linseed oil
loquat
lovage
lychee
magnesium
mandarin
mango
manzanita
Mesua
mixed carotenoids
Mung bean
Nectarine
Night jessamine
Oak
oat
omega-3 fatty acids
orchid
oryza
palmitic acid
Panthenol
Pelvetia canaliculata
Phlebodium decumanum
Phytoene
Phytofluene
procyanidin
procyanidol
pumpkin
radish
red clover
rockweed
root tuber
rose
Sargassum
sarsaparilla
sea salt
sesame
Shark oil
silica
silicon
Silk protein
Snakeroot
spinach
Taraxacum
Triglycerides
Tropical jewel hisbiscus
Tyrosinase
Urolithin A
vegetable oil
Verbascoside
vitamin A
vitamin C
vitamin E
Watercress
Watermelon
Witch Hazel
Xanthophyll
Yuzu
Zinc