Dealing with sensitive skin? Sensitive skin is often genetic and can react to many different variables, from hormonal imbalances and poor diet to changes in the weather and certain chemicals or ingredients. It’s vital to maintain a consistent skincare routine to keep your sensitive skin calm and clear. We’ve put together some tips on how to ease your symptoms, as well as a sensitive skin skincare routine to help your skin behave.
8 Tips for sensitive skin
You may not be able to change your sensitive skin type, but there are several tips you can follow to maintain your skin symptoms of sensitive skin under covers:
1. Avoid long, hot showers
It’s time to trade your long, hot showers for shorter, lukewarm ones. Why? Sensitive skin often reacts negatively to exposure to heat that breaks down the skin’s lipid barrier. Melissa Piliang, MD he says SELF: “Think of it like butter on a knife. If you run it under cold water, the grease on the knife doesn’t go anywhere. But if you put it under hot water, those lipids will melt. It’s the same thing with the lipid layer on our skin. If you put your skin in hot water or use harsh soaps, then it tends to wash away that outer protective oily layer.”
2. Be aware of triggers
One of the best ways to manage your sensitive skin symptoms is to be aware of the environmental and lifestyle factors that cause your skin to react. The more you know, the better you can recognize them and take preventative measures. Triggers vary from person to person, but often include:
- Seasonal changes
- Stress and lack of sleep
- Pollution
- Dehydration,
3. Skip harsh chemicals and artificial fragrances
Harsh chemicals and artificial fragrances are two of the biggest contributors to lipid barrier damage. To keep your skin healthy, Women’s Health advises: “Look for skin care products free of fragrances and paraben preservatives, two common causes of irritation and breakouts.” Choose natural branded skin care products such as Eminence Organic Skin Care that do not use parabens, sodium lauryl sulfate, synthetic dyes, petrochemicals and phthalates in their formulations.
4. Select Calming Ingredients
Additionally, turn to products that contain calming ingredients. “It’s important to choose natural ingredients when possible, regardless of your skin type, but for sensitive skin it’s extremely important,” she explains. Dr. Hooman Khorasani, Dermatologist and Plastic Surgeon. “These products may be described as hypoallergenic, mild or mild and may contain natural ingredients such as coconut oil, aloe vera, chamomile, vitamin E and shea butter. says Dr Khorasani.
Ingredients should be chosen for their anti-inflammatory properties and ability to strengthen your skin’s lipid barrier. In summary, these include:
- Hyaluronic acid
- Aloe vera
- Vitamin E
- Olive oil
- Chamomile
- Shea butter
- Sunflower oil
- Coconut oil
5. Perform a Patch Test
We’ve all been there after a skincare purchase. Excitedly trying out all the new products at once is something almost everyone has done at one point or another. But this can lead to an adverse reaction, especially for sensitive skin types. Instead, always run a patch test before adding new products to yours skin care routine. As Women’s Health advises: “Do a test on a small, inconspicuous patch of skin (like behind your ear) before application. Wait at least 24 hours for signs of irritation, redness or other skin conditions. If your skin is extra sensitive, repeat this test on a patch next to your eye. All clear; You are safe to apply with abandon.”
6. Hydrate
One of the best ways to maintain a healthy lipid barrier is to moisturize – day and night. An effective one Moisturizer will replenish the outer layer of skin and prevent water loss, helping to prevent potential irritants from penetrating. When choosing a moisturizer, we recommend looking for ingredients high in fatty acids (like shea butter, jojoba oil, and coconut oil), as well as humectants (like hyaluronic acid) that increase hydration and lock in moisture.
7. Apply SPF
Sensitive skin is particularly responsive to the sun’s rays – and UV protection is essential. However, as dermatologist Shari Marchbein he says Allure: “People with sensitive skin may struggle to find sunscreens, as most are made with chemical UV blockers that can cause stinging, burning, irritation and redness when applied to the skin.” We recommend using a mineral sunscreen that contains natural inhibitors such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide to protect your skin from harmful UV rays.
8. Simplify your beauty routine
Sensitive skin is easily overwhelmed by an abundance of products. Dr. Ilyse Lefkowicz he says Refinery29: “I always recommend to patients with sensitive skin to simplify their skin care routine. Strip it down to the basics using gentle cleansers and moisturizers without lots of detergents and fragrances. Then slowly introduce other agents one by one.” As always, perform a patch test before adding additional products to your routine.
A step-by-step skincare routine for sensitive skin
When it comes to sensitive skin, less is more. We recommend starting with some sensitive skin care products in combination with these essentials skin care steps for best results.
Clean
Dermatologists recommend using a gentle cleanser that removes impurities without causing irritation or unnecessary dryness. When cleansing, use your fingers instead of a towel or brush, rinse with cool water and gently pat your face dry. Most importantly, don’t overdo it. Washing your face once a day should be enough to keep your skin healthy.
We recommend: Barbados Cherry Enzyme Cleaning Powder
This 2-in-1 exfoliating powder cleanser gently exfoliates and cleanses your skin with the soothing enzymatic action of actinidin and papain. Perfect for sensitive skin, this powder is infused with vitamin C-rich fruits like Barbados cherry and Kakadu plum to reveal a refreshed complexion, while being gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin types.
Tuna
Say goodbye to astringent alcohol-based toners that can leave your face feeling tight and itchy. Instead, use a facial toner or mist with skin-soothing ingredients that will help improve the appearance of redness and inflammation.
We recommend: Stone Crop Hydrating Mist
The Refreshing Stone Crop Hydrating Mist is infused with stone crop juice and aloe to hydrate and heal dry skin on the face, revealing a soft and fresh complexion. Meredith she says in her 5-star review: “I put this on my face after cleansing and before applying my nighttime moisturizer or daytime sunscreen and I LOVE it! I have quite sensitive skin that gets easily irritated and itchy and this always soothes, hydrates and smoothes my skin. It’s amazing how much better my skin looks and feels after this blur! I can’t do without it! Thank you, Your Honor!”
Moisturize
For sensitive skin, look for moisturizers that not only replenish your skin’s moisture barrier, but also contain soothing ingredients that will calm and soothe your skin.
We recommend: Calm Skin Chamomile Moisturizing Cream
Chamomile, calendula and arnica combine in this moisturizer to soothe chapped cheeks and reduce redness due to dryness. If you Skin is both sensitive and oily, our expert estheticians recommend Stone Crop Whip Moisturizer, which helps improve the appearance of dry skin.
An enhanced care routine for sensitive skin
Now that you’ve mastered the basics, it’s time to let the fun begin. We recommend introducing these supplements one at a time into your skin care routine.
Exfoliate
Sensitive skin can still be exfoliated, gently. Keep exfoliation to once or twice a week. It can help remove dead skin cells and rejuvenate your skin, without leading to excessive peeling.
We recommend: Chamomile exfoliating scrub for calm skin
This peel uses lactic and mandelic acid to gently exfoliate sensitive skin without irritation. It’s made with soothing ingredients like chamomile, calendula and arnica flower that relieve redness due to dryness and leave skin feeling soft, smooth and refreshed.
Face mask
Face masks are one of the best ways to soothe sensitive skin. Not only do they offer the ultimate pampering experience but they also offer soothing ingredients to the skin.
We recommend: Mango Exfoliating Enzyme Masque
Discover the renewed and radiant skin of the Mango Exfoliating Enzyme Masque suitable for all skin types, including sensitive. Infused with a vibrant blend of pineapple, mango and Kakadu plum, this gel mask delivers a burst of vitamin C and superfood antioxidants to brighten your complexion, leaving your skin visibly radiant and rejuvenated.
Treat
We recommend: Facial recovery oil
This award-winning facial oil is formulated with the purest Biodynamic® ingredients stimulate and hydrate sensitive skin. Alicia says: “Amazing at hydrating, soothing and reducing redness due to dryness. It can be applied under your moisturiser, worn alone or simply used by adding a few drops to your moisturiser. It also has beautiful oils to soothe dry skin: ylang ylang, sage oil and sage leaf extract.
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