How can your skin benefit from ectoin?

Ectoin is known as the “skin’s bodyguard” and it’s THE skincare ingredient that everyone’s raving about. But what makes this ingredient so special?

Ectoin is a deeply-hydrating antioxidant that helps protect against blue light and environmental pollution, while also supporting your skin’s moisture barrier - but the benefits don’t stop there. So, let’s dive into what ectoin is, how your skin can benefit from it and where you can add it to your skincare routine.

What is ectoin and where is it sourced from?

Ectoin is a naturally occurring compound derived from single-cell bacteria that can be found in the most extreme environments around the world - think salt lakes and deserts. Its ability to survive and thrive in these harsh conditions is what makes it so effective as a skincare ingredient.

As well as protecting against environmental pollution, ectoin also supports skin barrier health by reducing transepidermal water loss, leading to more hydrated and healthy skin.

Why is protecting your skin against pollutants important?

Our skin is the largest organ in our body. Every day, it comes into contact with free radicals (also known as environmental aggressors) which cause premature signs of ageing. Protecting your skin against these pollutants can be as simple as keeping up with an antioxidant-rich skincare routine that supports your skin barrier and replenishes moisture levels to avoid dehydration. A good SPF is crucial too.

Why you should add ectoin to your skincare routine?

There are many reasons why ectoin is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skincare ingredients. It protects, it hydrates, it visibly reduces signs of ageing, some would say it does it all - and we’re sold! Here are our favourite benefits:

• Protects your skin against blue light and environmental pollution
• Provides support for compromised skin barriers by decreasing transepidermal water loss
• Visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Provides deep long-term hydration
• Visibly brightens skin
• Visibly reduces the appearance of dark spots
• Provides support for your skin microbiome

Ectoin skincare products you can try

The purpose of your morning skincare routine is to hydrate and protect. You can do this in an easy two-step routine using DewyDays Antioxidant Glow Serum and FullStop SPF50 Glow Screen. They’re great for all skin types, including sensitive skin. When used together, the hydrating, antioxidant-rich ingredients of DewyDays coupled with the high-tech SPF filters from FullStop is the perfect recipe for healthy, happy, protected skin.