The Sandwich Order That Decides Your Skin’s Lipid Dinner
You slather on a serum, then a moisturizer, then maybe a facial oil. But have you ever stopped to think about the order ? Most skincare advice tells you to go thin to thick, but that’s a lazy shortcut. The truth is, your skin’s lipid barrier—that fatty, protective layer between you and the world—has its own dinner menu. Serve the courses in the wrong sequence, and you’re left with a dry, irritated mess. This guide is for the curious tinkerer, the person who reads ingredient lists for fun, and the skincare nerd who knows that a 2% niacinamide isn’t the same as a 10% one. We’re diving into the omega lipid layering method—a structured approach to applying lipid-rich products that respects your skin’s biology. No fluff, just the mechanics.