Learning Objectives - Skin Barrier CE course

Describe the detailed structure of the skin barrier, including processes surrounding its maintenance
Distinguish between the various functions embedded within the epidermal barrier
Recognize the role of physiologic lipids (such as ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol) in the maintenance of the skin barrier
Distinguish between the 2 common nomenclatures used to classify ceramides
Identify the evidence-based associations between an altered skin barrier and various dermatological concerns, including acne, atopic dermatitis, forms of contact dermatitis, xerosis, rosacea and psoriasis
Understand the role of proper skin pH in the maintenance of the skin barrier
Recognize the various groups of frequently used surfactants in cleansing formulas
Learn how to prevent and treat skin barrier alterations via topical cosmeceuticals, such as optimal cleanser-type selection, physiologic lipid-based moisturizers, and individual cosmeceutical actives such as niacinamide, hydroxy acids, among others
Integrate clinical pearls explored as based on course information
Explore examples of how various cosmeceutical actives may be combined in skin barrier focused product formulations
Contrast studies which explore therapeutic effect(s) of skin barrier topicals with those assessing for product characteristics and user-rated evaluation