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Let's talk about ingredients that help stop TEWL.⁣⁣⁣
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What is TEWL? ⁣⁣
Transepidermal Water Loss (TEWL or TWL) is the amount of water that passively evaporates through the skin to the external environment. ⁣⁣⁣
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We often talk about TEWL in terms of TOO MUCH water loss aka dehydrated skin (skin that feels tight, is sensitive, is sore, easily irritated, prone to congestion, eczema, redness, acne, etc).⁣⁣⁣
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An increase in TEWL (aka an increase in hydration loss) is a warning sign as it points to a compromised/damaged lipid barrier (our skin's natural protective barrier).⁣⁣⁣
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A compromised lipid barrier and hydration loss are both correlated with premature skin aging.⁣⁣⁣
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So now that we know WHY we want to make sure a our skincare routine includes ingredients that decrease TEWL, let's talk about some of the best ingredients to get the job done:⁣⁣⁣
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🍃 ceramides⁣⁣⁣
🍃 oat protein⁣⁣⁣
🍃 tamarindus seed extract⁣⁣⁣
🍃 grapeseed oil⁣⁣⁣
🍃 sunflower oil⁣⁣⁣
🍃 niacinamide (vitamin b3)⁣⁣⁣
🍃 borage oil⁣⁣⁣
🍃 coconut oil⁣⁣⁣
🍃 olive oil⁣⁣⁣
🍃 shea butter⁣⁣⁣
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If you’ve checked out the ingredients in our products, you’ll recognize the list above as we use these ingredients a lot! ⁣⁣⁣
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2 products in our line that are targeted specifically at decreasing TEWL are the raspberry repair hydrator (apply before your moisturizer), and the blueberry & cornflower night cream.

There have been some serious celebrations and virt

There have been some serious celebrations and virtual high fives happening in the radiant rebels community since yesterday! 🥳 ⁣⁣
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If you’re new to us, the radiant rebel community is a private Facebook group for Grounded Sage Skincare friends, fans, and clients to hang out, ask questions, and have fun.⁣⁣
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Late yesterday afternoon, I dropped the news of something we’ve all been discussing for A YEAR! It was news of the Summer Shade Day Cream coming to fruition plus the story behind it 🤩. ⁣⁣
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Feel free to join us in the group for the story, or just skip ahead and reap the benefits by checking it out in the online shop! 🙌⁣⁣
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(PST... samples are also available via the “skin care samples” listing in the shop).

This is Orphan Annie - a lamb who arrived at our a

This is Orphan Annie - a lamb who arrived at our animal sanctuary recently along with her younger lamb friend, Punky Brewster. ⁣
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And that’s me - makeup free and the complete opposite of “glam” 😆. ⁣
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What can I say, I’m “basic” (as the kids say these days 😂).... and that was true even before lock down!⁣
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What about you? Is your makeup routine more on the “basic” or “extra” end of the scale? Has it changed since lock down?⁣
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Healing balms in all forms - including political,

Healing balms in all forms - including political, economical, spiritual, and relational - are needed more than ever. I’m watching, I’m listening, I’m learning (and unlearning), and I’m sorry for any harm I’ve caused. As we know better, we do better 🌼💚✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽⁣
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📸 Pictured here is our Calendula Gentle Gel Hydrator. ⁣
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Our calendula hydrator is for you if you want to calm redness with a lightweight, easily absorbed liquid gel that's packed with hydrating watermelon 🍉 , cucumber 🥒 , and calendula 🌼.⁣
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What makes calendula awesome for the skin? Let me count the ways:⁣
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🌼 contains unique compounds that provide long-lasting soothing comfort to the skin⁣
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🌼 reduces redness and irritation ⁣
calms sensitive skin⁣
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🌼 delivers antioxidants to keep skin healthy⁣
helps skin look smooth and radiant⁣
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🌼 supports the skin's ability to self-correct rough, dull skin⁣
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🌼 calms inflammation so acne-spots can heal⁣

Uplifting, joyful, and simulating, lemon is perfec

Uplifting, joyful, and simulating, lemon is perfect for when you want to daydream in the tub about happy days ahead while also taking stock of everything you're grateful for.⁣
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.... which basically makes these lemon bubble bath bars the ultimate go-to bath tub essential for me at the moment. 🍋💛⁣
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Fun bubbles. ✔️⁣
Sunny citrus aromatherapy. ✔️⁣
Healing waters. ✔️⁣
Cocoa butter infused self care. ✔️

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