After keeping their son’s name under wraps since his August 2022 arrival, Khloé Kardashian and Tristan Thompson delighted fans by sharing his name on the show. Staying true to the T theme, just like their daughter True, they named their son Tatum. This confirmation aligns with previous rumors that circulated about the baby’s name being Tatum Robert. Initially, the baby boy didn’t have a name, and Kardashian wanted to wait for the premiere of their show to make the announcement. Additionally, she wanted to take the time to connect with her son and get to know him before finalizing a suitable name for him.

While Khloé Kardashian carried her first child, she chose surrogacy to welcome Tatum. During the episode, she candidly discussed her experience and admitted that the birth of her son was emotionally challenging. She revealed that she had difficulty processing the reality of becoming a mother again and expressed her wish for more honesty about surrogacy, acknowledging that it is quite a different experience.

Now that the name Tatum is out in the open, Khloé Kardashian is excited to share more about her “little chunk” on the new season of The Kardashians. The unveiling of Tatum’s name marks a significant milestone for Khloé Kardashian and Tristan Thompson as they continue to navigate parenthood and make decisions that prioritize their children’s well-being. In terms of her relationship with Tristan Thompson, Khloé Kardashian made it clear that they will not be reconciling. Despite his past cheating scandals, she emphasized that Thompson is a great father to their children. Kardashian firmly stated that they are not getting back together and are focused on co-parenting their kids.

Couldn’t hold yourself back from trying that new skincare product? Did a skincare trend go wrong and end with rashes on your face? Don’t worry! We’ve all been there. The redness that might feel like a normal rash could be your damaged skin barrier. Let’s see what Dana Stern, Dhaval Bhanusali, and Chris Tomassian, board-certified dermatologists, have to say.

What Is the Skin Barrier?

An outermost layer on our skin that acts as a shield to protect our face from heat, inflammation, and any other external factor that would be harmful to our face. In technical terms, it’s known as the stratum corneum, a superficial layer of the epidermis. According to Dr. Stern, the cells are like bricks, whereas cholesterol and ceramides are the liquid that binds those bricks, and everything together forms a wall that serves as a barrier.

What Damages the Skin Barrier?

Even though it’s a shield that protects our skin, extreme environmental factors can cause damage to it. Pollution, heat, over-exploitation of skin, and genetics are a few of the reasons that could harm the superficial layer. Dr. Sten says that with age, ceramide levels in our body decrease, which reduces the ability of the layer to hold moisturizer. While we can’t control factors like age and genetics, we can definitely avoid using products that are harsh on our skin.

Signs and Precautions

If you feel that your skin is dry, itchy, flaky, overly sensitive, or burning, then that means your skin barrier has been damaged, and the risk of getting a skin infection increases. Usually, the barrier damage can be repaired within two weeks. But, if you continue to follow the routine that led to damage, the situation can get out of hand. According to Dr. Tomassian, you should avoid using exfoliators and use gentle, mild products on your skin. Once the inflammation has reduced, you should wait for at least a week before applying any exfoliant to the skin.

Curing the Damage

The best way to cure skin damage is to let it breathe. Use fewer chemicals and keep your skin hydrated. You should go for gentle products and follow these few steps to repair the damage. Use a face wash to clean your face, once in the morning and again before going to bed. Use a face serum and a rich, nutrient-filled repair cream. Don’t worry, damaging the barrier permanently is a highly unlikely outcome and happens only in rare cases. But, if the damage isn’t healing, you should consult a professional.