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Why Skin pH Matters & How SARKOVSKI® Helps Balance It Naturally

We talk a lot about hydration, anti-ageing, and glow, but one thing that’s often overlooked in skincare is pH balance. It's a small detail with a big impact on your skin’s health.

Let’s break it down and explore how SARKOVSKI® products support your skin’s natural balance.

What Is Skin pH?

Your skin’s pH is a measure of how acidic or alkaline it is. On a scale of 0 to 14:

  • 0 is extremely acidic
  • 7 is neutral
  • 14 is extremely alkaline

Healthy skin sits at a slightly acidic pH—around 4.5 to 5.5. This mild acidity helps form your skin’s protective barrier, also known as the acid mantle. It locks in moisture, keeps bacteria out, and supports natural repair.

Why pH Balance Matters

When your skin’s pH is thrown off by harsh cleansers, pollution, or even over-exfoliation, it can lead to:

  • Dryness and flakiness
  • Increased sensitivity
  • Redness and irritation
  • Breakouts and congestion
  • Premature ageing

Basically, your skin becomes more reactive and less resilient. This is why using pH-balanced products is essential.

How to Know Your Skin’s pH

Wondering where your skin stands on the pH scale? Here's how you can find out:

  1. Use a Skin pH Test Strip

You can purchase pH test strips online or at your local pharmacy. Here’s how to test at home:

  • Wash your face gently and wait 30 minutes (no skincare applied).
  • Press the strip onto your T-zone or cheek.
  • Match the colour change to the pH chart provided.
  1. Listen to Your Skin

If you don’t have a test strip, your skin still gives clues:

  • Tight, flaky, or dull? Your skin may be too alkaline.
  • Red, inflamed, or reactive? Your skin might be too acidic.
  • Soft, calm, and hydrated? Your pH is likely balanced.
  1. Ask a Professional

A dermatologist or skin therapist can measure your pH using digital tools and give personalised advice for restoring balance.

How SARKOVSKI® Supports pH Harmony

At SARKOVSKI®, we don’t just focus on ingredients—we focus on synergy. That includes formulating products that work in sync with your skin’s natural chemistry.

Here’s how our core products help:

Gel Cleanser

Gentle and effective, this cleanser removes dirt and oil without stripping the skin. It maintains your acid mantle while leaving your skin refreshed.

SARKOVSKI Gel Cleanser bottles on a cemented surface, with rustic bark and stone on both sides, emphasizing its natural ingredients and hydrating formula.

SARKOVSKI® Gel Cleanser

Milk Cleanser

Ideal for dry or sensitive skin, this creamy cleanser nurtures and calms while helping to preserve the ideal pH level. It’s all about softness and support.

SARKOVSKI® Milk Cleanser bottles placed on a marble surface with ylang ylang leaves. The label highlights its vegan, cruelty-free, and natural ingredients.

SARKOVSKI® Milk Cleanser

Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Formulated to deeply hydrate, this serum also helps your skin hold onto moisture, a key function of a healthy acid mantle.

SARKOVSKI® Hyaluronic Acid Serum in sleek packaging, designed to deliver deep hydration and promote a radiant, dewy complexion.

SARKOVSKI® Hyaluronic Acid Serum

Toning Mist

More than just a refreshing mist, this formula helps restore pH after cleansing and preps your skin for serums and moisturisers.

SARKOVSKI® Toning Mist sleek spray bottle in 125mL refreshed and hydrated skin placed on a textured stone background with a piece of bark showcasing natural and earthy skincare elements.

SARKOVSKI® Toning Mist

The Bottom Line

Skincare isn’t just about trends, it’s about tuning in to what your skin needs. Keeping your pH balanced is one of the most powerful ways to keep your skin healthy, happy, and glowing.

With SARKOVSKI®, you're not just nourishing your skin. You’re supporting it in the way nature intended.

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