ad Ectoin is THE hot new ingredient in skincare, and it's the bacteria byproduct you didn’t know your skin needed. Ectoin is found in single celled bacteria around the world in harsh environments, it is an anti-stress molecule that helps the bacteria survive and even thrive despite the challenges. Ectoin helps skin hold on to water, increasing the skin's moisture content. It also prevents transepidermal water loss, keeping moisture in the skin and helping the skin’s barrier function. The skin’s barrier function is critical for smooth, glowy skin! This new moisturizer from @Biossance (you can buy it at @Sephora) also features Squalane and peptides, to further support barrier function, reduce inflammation and make skin smoother, improving texture and elasticity. It is a pretty thick cream, but it isn’t sticky or heavy. It actually functions a lot like a lighter moisturizer, sinking into the skin pretty quickly. I use it after my other treatment products in my nightly routine, including my eye treatment and serums. The next morning my skin is soothed and very soft, no more dry patches for my makeup to stick to! What nighttime skincare routine changes have you made recently? Sephora BiossancePartner Skincare LTKover40 LTKbeauty LTKfindsunder100