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Skin barrier disrupted: Why is the skin barrier so important in eczema, rosacea and other itchy skin conditions?<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is important to delve into the intricacies of the skin barrier, especially for people suffering from eczema and rosacea. This blog aims to explore the nature of the skin barrier to understand why its impairment is a critical problem for people suffering from pruritus, and to recognize its central role in the effective treatment of itch-prone skin conditions.<\/p>\n

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What is the skin barrier and its protective role?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Most discussions about the skin barrier revolve around the stratum corneum, the top layer of the epidermis, also known as the acid mantle \u2013 the outermost layer that acts as a protective shield. The skin is made up of three main layers: the epidermis (outer layer), the dermis (made up of collagen, elastin, blood, and nerves), and the subcutaneous layer, which serves as the final barrier between skin and muscle. First and foremost, the skin barrier, which includes the stratum corneum or acid mantle, acts as the body's primary defense. This protective shield, which includes the outer layer (epidermis), the collagen-rich dermis, and the subcutaneous layer as the final boundary, plays a critical role in protecting against external stressors.<\/p>\n

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Why is the skin barrier important for eczema, rosacea and itchy skin?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The skin barrier plays a twofold role in skin diseases that tend to itch:<\/p>\n

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  1. Protection: It protects against chemicals, pollutants and UV- radiation.<\/li>\n
  2. Moisture retention: Prevents transepidermal water loss, maintains elasticity and prevents dryness. Insufficient hydration impairs the protective function of the barrier against external stress factors.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Impairment of the skin barrier: recognizing the consequences<\/p>\n

    A disrupted skin barrier can manifest itself as follows:<\/p>\n