Sensitive Skin Care

Dealing with Sensitive Skin

Complete guide to managing sensitive skin, identifying triggers, and building a gentle yet effective routine

Understanding Sensitive Skin

Common Signs

  • • Redness and irritation
  • • Burning or stinging sensation
  • • Dryness and flaking
  • • Reactions to products
  • • Feeling of tightness

Common Triggers

  • • Fragrances and essential oils
  • • Alcohol-based products
  • • High concentrations of actives
  • • Physical scrubs
  • • Weather changes

Gentle Skincare Routine

1

Gentle Cleanser

Use cream or lotion cleansers. Avoid sulfates, soap, and foaming agents.

Look for: Ceramides, glycerin, non-comedogenic formulas

2

Soothing Toner

Alcohol-free toners with calming ingredients.

Ingredients: Aloe vera, chamomile, centella asiatica

3

Barrier-Repair Moisturizer

Rich, fragrance-free moisturizers to strengthen skin barrier.

Key ingredients: Ceramides, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide

4

Mineral Sunscreen

Physical sunscreens with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide.

Avoid: Chemical filters that may cause irritation

Ingredients to Avoid

Common Irritants:

  • • Fragrances (synthetic and natural)
  • • Essential oils
  • • Denatured alcohol
  • • Strong acids (high concentrations)
  • • Physical scrubs

Proceed with Caution:

  • • Retinoids (start very slowly)
  • • Alpha hydroxy acids
  • • Beta hydroxy acids
  • • Vitamin C (choose stable forms)
  • • Benzoyl peroxide

Sensitive Skin-Friendly Actives

Niacinamide (2-5%)

Anti-inflammatory, strengthens barrier, generally well-tolerated

Hyaluronic Acid

Deeply hydrating, rarely causes reactions, suitable for all skin types

Ceramides

Restore and maintain skin barrier function

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