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When we’re talking about skin damage, we’re referring to damaged skin barrier. The skin barrier is a protective lipid layer in the outer skin cells, shielding against external irritants, germs, and moisture loss. When weakened, it can lead to dehydration, dullness, and premature aging. So, how do we repair damaged skin barrier? In this article,we’ll be exploring a few different natural ways to do it.
Damaged skin can result from many factors, including poor nutrition, stress, lack of physical activity, insufficient hydration, poor sleep, overworking, vitamin deficiencies, exposure to polluted air, contact with unclean or infected surfaces, excessive sun exposure, physical trauma, harsh chemicals and soaps, or friction, burns, cuts, etc.
But not all damage is visible. If you don't have obvious symptoms, here are other signs that may indicate a compromised skin barrier so you can take the right steps to address it:
Of course, every skin issue deserves proper care. Sometimes, that means checking in with a doctor, and other times, natural fixes may do the trick. In this blog, we'll focus on those gentle ways that may help heal damaged skin and we will share a few nature-backed methods you could try at home.
Most commercial soaps and skin cleansers on the market are loaded with chemicals, fragrances, and harsh ingredients which can actually irritate even the healthiest skin. Especially if you're dealing with a compromised or dry skin barrier, it’s important to be extra mindful of what you're putting on your skin.
That's why castile soap may be a gentler and safer option overall. Seven Minerals' Castile Soap is a great example. It’s made without palm oil, it's unscented, and it's incredibly mild, perfect for sensitive skin, babies, and even people struggling with eczema or psoriasis. It's the only Castile soap that contains Organic Castor Oil, which helps calm inflammation and deeply nourish the skin.
Because it's so pure and gentle, it's also super versatile. You can use it as a hand wash, baby shampoo, pet wash, dish soap, or even diluted for an ultra-mild body cleanser. If your skin is extra sensitive, just mix a little soap with water to reduce any potential irritation.
Aloe vera gel has always been the go-to remedy for dry, cracked skin, eczema, psoriasis, redness, irritation, and burns, especially after spending too much time in the sun. And there's a good reason for that. For centuries, people have turned to aloe as a natural way to calm and heal the skin.
Here's why aloe vera gel is so effective: it contains over 75 active compounds, including vitamins A, C, E, and B12; minerals like zinc, magnesium, and calcium; and essential amino acids that help repair and regenerate damaged skin. This formula is excellent for sunburns, as well as soothing for cuts, acne, irritations, and a weakened skin barrier.
During the summer, sunburn is one of the most common issues, and aloe vera gel is considered to be the "savior." Seven Minerals offers a Pure Aloe Vera Gel made with 99% organic aloe without added fillers. It's unscented, light, absorbs quickly, and doesn't leave a sticky feeling on the skin.
Stretch marks are very common and a normal occurrence, but they may be frustrating. They can show up after pregnancy, weight changes, or they can simply be a result of genetics. While nothing can completely erase them, keeping skin deeply moisturized and improving elasticity can help soften their appearance over time.
If you're dealing with stretch marks, ingredients like cocoa butter, magnesium, and vitamin E may help, as they're known for their deep hydration and skin-repairing properties. A product like Seven Minerals Organic Cocoa Butter with Magnesium and Vitamin E combines these three.
While it won't erase stretch marks completely, the extra moisture and potential elasticity boost could make them less noticeable over time. Plus, it's a solid option for tackling dry, rough patches too, so it may actually help your skin look a bit younger as well.
Dry, patchy, or scarred skin is something many of us struggle with, and very often, the vitamin that may directly help with these issues is Vitamin E.
According to the National Library of Medicine, Vitamin E plays a vital role in repairing and protecting damaged skin due to its antioxidant and moisturizing properties. It helps to neutralize free radicals, reduce inflammation, and strengthen the skin's barrier function, aiding in healing and regeneration.
Seven Minerals offers this 100% organic Vitamin E oil (75,000 IU) with undiluted D-alpha tocopherol, which could be fantastic if you're dealing with dry patches, acne scars, sun damage, fine lines, or irritation.
This oil works deep within skin layers and may help to repair and renew them while speeding up healing by boosting collagen, preventing scars from forming, fading dark spots, and locking in moisture to restore a soft and smooth texture.
Another sign that your skin's natural barrier might need more attention is if you notice it being drier or more irritated than usual.
The outer layer of your skin is made up of lipids (fatty acids), which help lock in moisture and keep irritants out. But when this protective layer gets weakened, whether from dryness, harsh weather, or irritation, your skin can feel tight, flaky, or inflamed.
Since it is packed with fatty acids like ricinoleic acid, oleic acid, and linoleic acid, which easily absorb into your skin to replenish lost lipids, castor oil is usually one of the best options for dry and irritated skin. It can also support your skin barrier by boosting ceramide production, locking in hydration, and speeding up the healing process. On top of that, it's packed with vitamin E and antioxidants that help protect the skin and calm irritation.
And if you need more reasons to love castor oil, it's worth mentioning that it may also smooth rough, dry patches, it may improve elasticity for firmer, younger-looking skin, calm eczema, and inflammation, and brighten dark spots without clogging pores.
Seven Minerals has an amazing lineup of castor oil-based products, starting with the classic Pure Cold-Pressed Castor Oil, as well as some new additions like:
If you're wondering which other carrier oils (other than castor oil, of course) may help repair damaged skin, here's a short list of some that may nourish and protect your skin barrier from damage.
Restoring and healing a damaged skin barrier isn’t always quick or easy, especially since the damage can be of different intensity and of different origins. But before jumping into serious medical treatments, some milder forms of skin damage can often be repaired naturally.
Keep in mind, the goal isn’t perfect skin, it’s healthy skin. Don’t stress over flawless looks, focus on keeping your skin strong and functioning well.
And even if your skin isn’t damaged right now, take care of it before issues arise. Use safe, nourishing products, eat well, stay active, and get enough rest. That way, both you and your skin can glow, naturally.
