filaggrin
/fɪˈlæɡrɪn/
noun
- A protein in the skin that helps form a protective barrier and keeps the skin hydrated.
- Moisturizers can help support the skin's natural filaggrin function.
- Mutations in the filaggrin gene are linked to eczema and allergies.
- People with low filaggrin levels often have dry, flaky skin.