Dermatologist Warns: Stop Damaging Your Skin With Over-Scrubbing & Hot Showers!

• Dermatologist Dr. Rinky Kapoor warns against common skincare mistakes like over-scrubbing, hot showers, and product overload that damage the skin barrier.
• Overuse of actives (acids, retinoids) and layering multiple products can lead to irritation, redness, and sensitivity, indicating a compromised skin barrier.
• The skin barrier is crucial for protection, keeping moisture in and irritants out; damage makes skin prone to dryness, sensitivity, and infections.
• Harmful daily routines include over-exfoliation, using hot water/harsh cleansers that strip natural oils, and combining high-strength actives.
• Repairing the skin barrier involves a simple routine: gentle cleansers, ceramide-rich moisturisers, sunscreen, and barrier-friendly ingredients like Niacinamide.

Why It Matters: Protect your skin barrier by avoiding over-scrubbing, hot water, and product overload for healthy, resilient skin.