Myth 1: “Oily Skin Needs to Be Stripped Clean”
The old advice was simple: if your skin is oily, wash it more. Use foaming cleansers, scrubs, and alcohol-based toners until it feels squeaky clean.
But here’s the problem: your skin’s natural oils (sebum) exist for a reason. They keep the barrier flexible and resilient. When you strip them away, your skin panics and overproduces oil to compensate — leading to breakouts, clogged pores, and constant shine.
The better way: swap harsh cleansers for gentle, oil-based formulas that cleanse without stripping. Using oils like jojoba (which mimics the skin’s natural sebum) actually balances oil production and leaves your skin barrier intact.
This is exactly why Reclaim’s Cleansing Oil was created — to dissolve impurities while protecting your natural barrier.
Myth 2: “More Products = Better Results”
The rise of 10-step skincare routines made many people believe that healthy skin requires as many serums, acids, and creams as possible. But layering actives without a clear strategy is like throwing spaghetti at a wall and hoping something sticks.
Overloading your skin with too many products can cause irritation, inflammation, and barrier breakdown. Instead of glowing, your skin ends up confused and compromised.
The better way: simplicity. A healthy barrier thrives on fewer, better products that support the skin’s natural rhythm. A gentle cleanse, a barrier-restoring balm, and SPF in the day is more than enough for most people.
At Reclaim, we believe in cutting the clutter and going back to rituals that actually work. Our Face Balm is a one-step moisturiser designed to simplify and restore.
Myth 3: “Moisturisers Should Sit on Top of Your Skin”
Many mainstream moisturisers are filled with synthetic fillers and silicones that feel smooth on application but sit on the surface of your skin. They create the illusion of hydration without addressing the deeper issue.
Worse, these barrier-like films can trap bacteria and clog pores, leaving your skin looking dull or congested.
The better way: choose moisturisers that actually integrate with your skin. Ingredients like tallow are bioavailable, meaning your skin recognises and absorbs them. Tallow is rich in vitamins A, D, E, and K, and its fatty acid profile is nearly identical to our skin’s natural oils — which is why it nourishes on a deeper level.
This is why every Reclaim Balm is built on a base of grass-fed tallow. It doesn’t just sit on top of your skin. It sinks in, restores, and strengthens.
Myth 4: “Anti-Aging = Harsh Treatments”
We’ve been taught that fighting signs of ageing means chemical peels, retinols, and strong acids. While these can provide short-term results, overuse weakens your barrier, leaving skin more sensitive and reactive.
Instead of fighting your skin with harsh treatments, the real secret to longevity is protecting and nurturing it. When your barrier is healthy, skin naturally appears smoother, more hydrated, and youthful.
The better way: focus on barrier-healing ingredients that work with your skin. Tallow, jojoba oil, and blue tansy calm inflammation and replenish what your skin is losing over time — without causing long-term sensitivity.
Reclaim’s Blue Tansy Balm, for example, is designed to reduce redness and irritation while delivering deep nourishment.
Myth 5: “Natural = Always Safe”
The clean beauty movement exposed the toxic ingredients hiding in mainstream skincare. But the new assumption — that “natural” automatically means safe — is just as misleading.
Not all natural ingredients are skin-friendly. Essential oils, citrus extracts, and certain botanicals can be irritating, sensitising, or even damaging to a compromised barrier.
The better way: choose natural ingredients that are proven to be compatible with human skin. Tallow is one of the most time-tested moisturisers in history, used for centuries to heal and protect. Unlike trendy botanicals, it’s bioidentical — meaning your skin knows exactly what to do with it.
That’s why every Reclaim product is built on this ancient ingredient: safe, effective, and trusted across generations.
Conclusion: Heal Your Skin Barrier, Heal Your Skin
Your skin doesn’t need to be stripped, overloaded, suffocated, or shocked into submission. It needs to be nourished, protected, and reclaimed.
By breaking free from these five myths, you can restore balance and give your skin the chance to thrive again.
If you’re ready to repair your barrier:
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Start simple.
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Choose products that mimic your skin’s natural oils.
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Focus on nourishment over punishment.
✨ Discover Reclaim’s Face Balm and Ritual Bundle — created to help you step away from the noise and return to skincare that works in harmony with your body.
