We designed this product to address three known deficits in eczema-prone skin:
(1) Inflammation
(2) Weak and leaky skin barrier
(3) Disturbed skin microbiome and higher levels of bad bacteria

(1) Inflammation: we essential skin vitamins, minerals and compounds at levels that have been shown in research to be anti-inflammatory, reduce redness, and reduce itch. This includes 5% provitamin B5 (AKA panthenol or dexpanthenol), which is widely used in South Korea for soothing damaged skin barriers and has been used for more than 8 decades safely, including on infants. We also use zinc oxide and allantoin (a compound naturally found in the human body and plants, which also serves as a skin protectant).

(2) Weak and leaky skin barrier: We replenish skin lipids and moisture using biocompatible ingredients to help mitigate dryness and help "plug up the leaks" in the skin barrier by forming a long-lasting protective barrier. Skin identical ingredients include: ceramides (triple lipid), squalane, hyaluronic acid, sodium PCA and glycerin. We also use best-in-class skin protectant ingredients to lock-in moisture and reduce allergen penetration, including petrolatum, mineral oil and dimethicone. These ingredients are beloved by dermatologists for their superior ability to reduce water loss in skin. To ensure safety and purity, we use European Pharmacopeia grade white petrolatum and white mineral oil only.

(3) Disturbed skin microbiome and higher levels of bad bacteria: The skin has an acid mantle with a pH acidic environment to support the right bacteria thriving and discourage bad bacteria. Eczema skin can be pH unbalanced, leading to an overgrowth of bad bacteria, especially S. Aureus, which can also lead to further inflammation. We include ingredients - including beta glucan, lactobionic acid and gluconolactone - which have been shown to decrease levels of S. Aureus and also pH balance our product.