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SKIN NOTES - THE SKINCARE BLOG

Welcome to Prequel's Skin Notes. As a dermatologist-developed brand, we're passionate about skin health education. Skin Notes is a skincare blog that focuses on skin concerns, efficacious ingredients, new technologies and more.
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skincare for eczema

Prequel Skincare Routine for Eczema-Prone Skin

A skincare routine for eczema-prone skin should focus on gentle cleansing, hydration, moisturizing consistently, and protecting areas that feel dry or irritated. Eczema-prone skin benefits from a routine built around hydration, barrier support, and protection. Gentle cleansing, hydrating serums, moisturizers, and skin protectants can help reduce dryness and support overall comfort.

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skincare for psoriasis

Prequel Skincare Routine for Psoriasis-Prone Skin

A skincare routine for psoriasis-prone skin should focus on cleansing gently, replenishing hydration, softening rough texture, and protecting areas that feel dry or compromised. A consistent routine focused on hydration, gentle smoothing, and barrier support helps maintain skin comfort over time. Using a moisturizer that both hydrates and softens rough texture, along with protective steps when needed, can help improve how skin feels and looks.  

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guide to moisturizers

The Complete Guide to Moisturizers

A moisturizer is a cosmetic product designed to increase skin hydration, reduce transepidermal water loss (TEWL), and support skin barrier function. They work by increasing water content within the stratum corneum while reinforcing the lipid matrix that helps retain moisture. Understanding how moisturizers perform can help you determine which are best for your skin.  

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skin protectant products

The Complete Guide to Skin Protectants

When the barrier is functioning well, skin feels more comfortable, less reactive, and more resilient. Skin protectants are one of the tools available to support that process when reinforcement is needed: They are formulated with FDA-approved active ingredients designed to temporarily protect compromised skin and reduce moisture loss.

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Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream

Everything To Know About Our Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Creams

Our Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream for face and body is part of Prequel's skin protectants collection, a drug category identified by the FDA meant to protect injured or exposed skin from harmful or annoying stimuli while helping to provide relief to the skin. Containing 1% Colloidal Oatmeal, our Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream addresses dryness, eczema flare-ups, and atopic dermatitis.

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multi-quench mist texture

Everything to Know About Multi-Quench Hydration Mist

Hydration is the foundation of a healthy skin barrier. Building on our love of the Multi-Quench Polyglutamic Acid Serum, we wanted to create a mist version to help refresh hydration —and add radiance—throughout the day. The result is a lightweight formula that's as effective as a serum. It’s a new on-the-go essential for keeping skin hydrated, refreshed, and glowy all day long.

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retinaldehyde gel texture

Everything To Know About Retinal Renew 0.1% & 0.2% Retinaldehyde Gel

Retinoids are the backbone of any great skincare routine, but they have a reputation for not being something you look forward to applying. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce Retinal Renew: It’s an advanced retinaldehyde gel that’s powerful enough to deliver the true benefits of retinal, gentle enough to use consistently, and texturally exceptional.

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prequel cleansers

Which Prequel Cleanser Formula Is Right for You?

We’re thrilled to introduce a third formula to our Gleanser family: Gleanser + Glycolic, our non-drying glycolic acid cleanser for face and body. Gleanser + Glycolic is formulated with 5% glycolic acid, which is the perfect amount of glycolic acid in a cleanser to effectively exfoliate and impart glow while still being gentle on the skin.   

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gleanser SA vs gleanser

Everything to Know about Gleanser + SA

Formulated with salicylic acid, a well studied ingredient that is beneficial for the skin, our new Gleanser + SA cleanser performs on the skin to disrupt the glue between skin cells which promotes gentle exfoliation and encourages cellular renewal for smoother, clearer looking skin.

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double cleanse to remove sunscreen

Double-Cleansing to Remove Sunscreen

“Starting with an oil-based cleanser is like sweeping before you mop. It helps break down sunscreen, waterproof makeup, and sebum before going in for your second cleanse. Pre-Gleanse and Gleanser are the perfect pair for a thorough, gentle cleanse that leaves skin feeling soft and nourished, without any residue.” –Dr. Sam Ellis

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sun protection products

How to Build a Daily Sun Protection Routine

Protecting your skin from the sun is one of the most crucial steps in your daily skincare routine: Consistent sun protection reduces your risk of sunburn, prevents signs of premature aging, and preserves your skin’s long-term health. We've developed dermatologist-designed sun protection products to make your daily routine simple and effective.  

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SKIN NOTES

DISCLAIMER: All skincare blog posts are intended to help educate on specific ingredients and skin care topics. Our articles are written to be informative and informational. They are not indicative of individual performance. Results may vary per applicant. Any reference to a specific patient experience is not a medical suggestion for treatment. Please note that any Prequel products with referenced ingredients are formulated for Cosmetic Use Only and NOT intended as replacements for physician advice and/or pharmaceutical product recommendations.

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