Dermatologists Prioritize Barrier Repair Over Complex Skincare Regimens for Dry Skin

By Kara Nesvig · Allure · 2026-10-02

Allure reports that medical professionals are advising consumers to move away from multi-step routines in favor of targeted barrier support. Board-certified dermatologists suggest that effectively managing xerosis requires a focus on lipid replenishment rather than an accumulatio

Allure reports that medical professionals are advising consumers to move away from multi-step routines in favor of targeted barrier support. Board-certified dermatologists suggest that effectively managing xerosis requires a focus on lipid replenishment rather than an accumulatio