Chemist Confessions

#156) EAST VS WEST! 10 Barrier Creams Reviewed & Ranked!


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We review 10 popular East and West barrier creams from Aestura, Dr. Jart, Dieux, Skinceuticals, La Roche Posay, and more. We break down everything from texture and finish for different skin types to occlusives like petrolatum and dimethicone, humectants like glycerin, and clinical claims. We also look at which creams are best for "suffering" vs. generally healthy skin

00:00 | 10 Barrier Creams: East vs. West Product Lineup 

02:44 | How much do Barrier Creams cost? Price Buckets 
03:51 | What are the different Barrier Cream textures for dry and oily skin? 
09:25 | Moisturizer Residue: How long does the cream's finish last? 
16:22 | Pilling Potential: Which barrier creams are prone to pilling? 
18:15 | How do chemists evaluate a barrier cream? Key ingredients 
18:52 | Heavy-handed vs. Lightweight Occlusives in Barrier Creams 
21:20 | Glycerin and Humectants in Barrier Creams: What position matters? 
25:38 | Clinical Highlights: Dieux, Dr. Jart, and Aestura claims explained 
31:17 | Barrier Cream Recommendations for Suffering vs. Healthy Skin

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Product Shoutout: Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser https://chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser

Enrichment Content: Sunscreen Layering Guide https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc

Do We Absorb Sunscreen Filters into Our Bloodstreams? https://chemistconfessions.com/blogs/controversy-corner-do-we-absorb-sunscreen-filters-into-our-bloodstreams 

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