Scared of Acids in Your Skin Routine? Don’t Be!

Let's Educate – Our Skin Barrier Is Called the Acid Mantle!

Our skin has 3 main layers, the epidermis, dermis, and the subcutaneous layer.

The layer that sits on the top of all of this is our acid mantle also known as our skin barrier.

Basically, the subcutaneous layer is where our fat is, the dermis is where our hair is rooted and the upper layer is the epidermis which has 5 distinctive layers of its own.

What sits on the top of all of this is a thin layer known to us as our acid mantle. Our skin barrier is a watertight sheet that protects us from viruses, bacteria, and pollution, and most importantly, it's acidic. I know shocker right?!

So, if I was to say that we have acids naturally occurring in our skin you should feel less uneasy about acids.

Still not convinced?  

Did You Know Skincare Products From Boots Contain Acids?

I rest my case, most over-the-counter (OTC) products contain acids so unless you are buying homebrewed oils or magical water then you are most likely buying a product with an acid in it. 

You have to be convinced now... or hopefully, at least less scared!