Skin health 101

What is the skin barrier and why does it matter?

Your skin barrier is the outermost layer of your skin — also known as the stratum corneum. It’s made up of skin cells and natural oils that work together to lock in hydration and keep out irritants, bacteria, and pollutants.

When it’s strong, skin looks plump, calm, and hydrated.

When it’s damaged, skin can become red, flaky, sensitive, dry, or oily — sometimes all at once.

Common things that disrupt the skin barrier:

  • Harsh cleansers or exfoliants
  • Overuse of actives (like retinol or acids)
  • Stress, hormones, weather changes
  • UV exposure and pollution

Bondi Clear is designed to support barrier repair — gently, effectively, and without irritation.

Redness, Flare-Ups & Sensitivity — What’s Going On?

Redness is your skin’s way of signalling inflammation. It can be caused by:

  • A weakened skin barrier
  • Rosacea or dermitisis
  • Product reactions
  • Over-exfoliation
  • Heat, sun, or spicy food

When the barrier is compromised, even gentle products can sting or burn. Bondi Clear uses calming, non-comedogenic oils and botanical extracts to soothe skin and reduce visible redness over time — no harsh actives needed.

Can oily and dry skin happen at the same time?

Yes — and it’s more common than you think.

This is often a sign of an imbalanced skin barrier. When your skin loses moisture, it may overproduce oil to compensate. That’s why some people feel both dry and greasy at once.

Our formula helps restore balance by replenishing essential fatty acids and lipids, supporting hydration without clogging pores.

What does “non-comedogenic” mean and why does it matter?

Non-comedogenic means the ingredients won’t clog your pores.

At Bondi Clear, we carefully select oils and botanicals that absorb easily into the skin without sitting heavy on the surface.

Our base oils (like caprylic/capric triglyceride, rice bran, avocado and sweet almond) are known for their low comedogenic rating — making them safe for most skin types, including sensitive and acne-prone skin.

Why simple skincare works best for sensitive skin

Layering multiple products with strong actives can overwhelm the skin — especially when it’s already stressed. Sensitive skin responds best to routines that are:

  • Gentle
  • Nourishing
  • Minimal but effective

Bondi Clear is designed to replace complicated routines with one deeply replenishing step that does it all: hydrates, calms, and restores your skin barrier.

Consulting a dermatologist

We always recommend seeing a dermatologist if you are experiencing extreme skin issues. It's important to fully understand so that you can take the best approach to treatment and to restoring your skin's health.

Everyone's skin in unique. Results may vary.