The Journal · Issue 06

Routines, formulation notes, and the science behind your skin.

Long-form writing from the NOOHD lab. No trends, no hype — only what holds up under peer-reviewed scrutiny.

12 August 2026 Why Your Skin Barrier Matters More Than You Think

Walk through any skincare aisle or scroll social media for five minutes, and you’ll see endless products promising brighter, smoother, younger-looking skin. But before vitamin C,...