Sensitive Skin

Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin is a common condition that causes skin to become easily red, swollen, or irritated. It can be divided into four main types: naturally sensitive, environmentally sensitive, reactive, and thin. 

Sensitive skin can be triggered by: 

• Hot showers

• Perfumes

• Scented beauty products and laundry detergents

• Extreme temperature changes

• Certain detergent ingredients

To treat sensitive skin, you can: 

• Avoid hot showers

• Use sensitive skin body wash, face wash, moisturizer, and sunscreen

• Avoid perfumes

• Avoid scented beauty products and laundry detergents

• Apply moisturizer regularly

• Treat dry skin by returning moisture to the affected areas

Sensitive skin is usually not a sign of a serious skin condition. However, it can be linked to inflammatory skin conditions like: 

Eczema, Rosacea, Psoriasis, Atopic dermatitis (AD, Acne, Seborrheic dermatitis. 

Sensitive Skin Types

There are four main types of sensitive skin: 

• Naturally sensitive: This type is genetic and can be linked to inflammatory skin conditions like eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis.

• Environmentally sensitive

• Reactive

• Thin

Sensitive skin can affect all skin types, including: Oily, Normal, Dry, Combination. 

Symptoms of sensitive skin include: 

• Red, swollen, and itchy skin

• Skin that stings or burns

• Rashes or hives

• Dry skin that may crack, blister, or bleed

• Patches of skin that feel dry, hard, and leathery

According to research, sensitive skin affects at least 60% of women and 50% of men to some degree. 

Tips for Sensitive Skin

Here are some tips for sensitive skin:

Avoid harsh products: Avoid harsh chemicals, exfoliants, and chemical peels.

Use gentle cleansers: Use gentle, soap-free cleansers that won't disrupt the skin barrier.

Moisturize often: Apply moisturizer often to help prevent dry skin.

Lightweight, non-sticky moisturizers are great for sensitive skin.

Drink more water: Drink at least three to four liters of water each day.

Protect against the sun: Include a sunscreen in your daily skincare routine.

Keep skin cool: Avoid very hot showers and use lukewarm water to wash your face. You can also use a damp face cloth in the fridge as a cooling compress on irritated skin.

Protect against pollution: Cleanse often, at the beginning and the end of each day, to remove dirt.

You can also try these tips:

Choosing products formulated for sensitive skin, such as body wash, face wash, and moisturizer

Avoiding perfumes, scented beauty products, and laundry detergents

Limiting bathing time to 5-10 minutes

In Conclusion

Sensitive skin is a complex condition that can be characterized by: 

• Heightened neurosensory input

• Enhanced immune responsiveness

• High subjective sensitivity

Sensitive skin can react to triggers like: 

Weather, Allergies, Certain products, Ultraviolet radiation, Heat, Cold, Wind, Cosmetics, Soap. 

Symptoms of sensitive skin include: 

• Erythema

• Prickling, burning, or tingling sensations

• Pain or pruritus

• Redness

• Drying out

• Stinging

• Itching or tightness

• Bumps, scales, or hives

To treat sensitive skin, you can: 

• Choose sensitive skin body wash, face wash, and moisturizer

• Avoid perfumes, scented beauty products, and laundry detergents

• Apply moisturizer regularly to prevent dry skin

Dry, sensitive skin can benefit from: 

• Non-fragrant plant oils

• Antioxidants

• Skin-soothing ingredients

Oily, sensitive skin needs a special blend of: 

• Non-greasy hydrators

• Gentle antioxidants

• Skin-replenishing ingredients