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Why do you recommend only using the BARRIER CULTURE CLEANSER in the evening?

We recommend just splashing your face with cool water first thing in the morning. During the night, our skin isn’t having to deal with as many external aggressors (UV light, HEV light, pollution), so it’s able to regenerate. The same goes for our top

Does BARRIER CULTURE MOISTURIZER contain SPF?

No, our BARRIER CULTURE MOISTURIZER doesn’t contain an SPF. We would recommend using a mineral based, fragrance free SPF after using our moisturizer.

I have sensitive skin, can I use BARRIER CULTURE?

Often skin sensitivity can be a symptom of impaired skin barrier function, so focusing on a repairing and rebuilding routine can be really beneficial in keeping your skin calm. Our formulas are free from all potential irritants including alcohol, fra

Can I use BARRIER CULTURE if I have blemish-prone skin?

Dermatologists and skin specialists agree that nearly all the issues they see are linked to an impaired skin barrier, including breakouts and blemishes. Supporting the health of your skin through repairing your skin barrier function will reduce the s

Can I use BARRIER CULTURE alongside the rest of my skincare regime (i.e. retinol, AHAs, BHAs)?

We’re not going to tell you to break up with your skincare routine, but we would encourage you to try stripping back your routine to BARRIER CULTURE for 30 days. Both the clinical and consumer results from these formulas are based on using just these

How do I fit the BARRIER CULTURE products into my regime?

We recommend using the BARRIER CULTURE MOISTURIZER in the morning after splashing your face with cool water and patting it dry. You can then follow the BARRIER CULTURE CLEANSER in the evening, followed by THE PILL, and then the BARRIER CULTURE MOISTU

Can I use products from BARRIER CULTURE with TOPICAL-C?

You can add TOPICAL-C to your BARRIER CULTURE MOISTURIZER in the morning as it blends really nicely into the cream, or you can mix the powder with a tiny bit of water and then follow with the moisturizer.

Can I double cleanse with the BARRIER CULTURE CLEANSER?

You shouldn’t need to. We designed the BARRIER CULTURE CLEANSER to work as a double cleanse in one step - the texture is somewhere between a gel and an oil cleanser, which then turns into a light, milky foam. The formula removes all makeup, daily gri

Where does the squalene you’re using in BARRIER CULTURE MOISTURIZER come from?

The squalene we use in our BARRIER CULTURE MOISTURIZER is derived from fermented, sustainably sourced sugarcane.

How quickly will I see results from using products in the BARRIER CULTURE collection?

It really depends on your skin - everyone is different. Some people see results starting to appear within a week and others take longer. It’s worth remembering that it takes around 40-50 days for a full skin cell turnover cycle, so you really shouldn

Can I use the BARRIER CULTURE collection with THE PILL?

Yes, they work really well with THE PILL – the formulas are designed to be used together. We’d recommend using THE PILL after cleansing and before your BARRIER CULTURE MOISTURIZER, either AM or PM, depending on your routine.

Can I use the BARRIER CULTURE collection alongside internal supplements?

Absolutely. We believe the best approach comes from addressing a concern internally and externally, which is why we create topical and ingestible supplements. SKIN FILTER and SKIN HYDRATOR are great pairings for these formulas.

Do I need to refrigerate products from the BARRIER CULTURE collection because of the probiotic?

No, the probiotic technology we use in these formulas is room temperature and shelf stable. It has undergone a processing technique which stabilises the microbe without splitting its cell wall, so most importantly, your skin recognises it as "live" b