These gentle products provide little bursts of relief in a bottle for sensitive skin, helping keep it hydrated and calm. Formulated without common irritants like fragrances and parabens.
As part of any double-cleanse routine, Micellar Water provides gentle makeup removal without the squeakiness associated with other cleansers. Plus, its fragrance-free formulation includes moisturizing ingredients that dermatologists love!
Moisturizer
If you have sensitive skin, finding a cleanser that’s gentle yet hydrating and helps strengthen its barrier is key for keeping it looking its best.
A good sensitive skin moisturizer must also be oil- and fragrance-free, to avoid irritating your skin. In addition, it should include soothing ingredients like cucumber extract and rosewater as well as barrier repairing ingredients (hyaluronic acid and lipids) that will support repair of its protective barrier function.
Daytime moisturization should consist of liquid lotion or cream; while for nighttime applications, richer formulations like an ointment may help your skin retain more moisture and retain it better. Ointments also tend to be better for sensitive skin because they do not contain water or air that could potentially allow bacteria to rot in them (which has often happened with vaseline in bathrooms). Furthermore, the most suitable moisturizing products will also be free from preservatives and penetration enhancers.
Serum
Face serums feature a lighter formula and therefore are quickly absorbed by your skin, making them an excellent option for sensitive skin as they can target specific concerns while amplifying the benefits of moisturizers.
If you are seeking relief from acne, opt for a serum containing salicylic acid to unclog pores; vitamin C to increase collagen production and support natural repair processes; or retinol (which improves skin elasticity and reduces discoloration). For dry or irritated skin conditions, soothing ingredients like shea butter, aloe vera juice, chamomile extract or zinc might provide soothing effects.
Serums can also be an effective remedy for women suffering from rosacea or hypersensitivity, according to dermatology nurse and aesthetician Natalie Aguilar. Her recommended calming serum features shea butter, aloe vera leaf juice, bisabolol (found in chamomile), and Aldavine (an anti-inflammatory peptide derived from algae). Furthermore, this formula is fragrance and chemical free!
Moisturiser
If your skin tends to dry out easily and become irritated quickly, try choosing a lightweight moisturiser that can be applied both morning and night. Look for one with barrier-restoring ingredients such as ceramides or glycerin which will strengthen its protective barrier and support stronger skin health.
Hydration mists are an easy and quick way to add instantaneous hydration, particularly during the dry, winter months. Be sure to choose a formula without alcohol or fragrances such as dyes and perfumes in order to minimise irritation.
Even those with oily skin may occasionally experience sensitivities due to an abundance of sebum production that clogs pores and causes blemishes. People with sensitive, blemish-prone complexions might benefit from using a gentle cleanser that can effectively remove oil without irritating their complexion, such as La Roche-Posay’s Hydrating Gel Cleanser which contains milky lather that turns delicate lather; additionally it’s made with ceramides and hyaluronic acid to help keep skin barrier intact!
Eye Cream
Eye area are among the first signs of visible ageing, so their delicate skin requires a cream that’s gentle enough not to clog pores while providing intense hydration for sensitive skin. Neutrogena’s water gel eye cream offers just such protection with no comedogenicity clogging pores while still offering intense hydration that sensitive skin requires.
This luxurious eye cream is another great solution for soothing delicate eye areas and helping reduce fine lines and puffiness. Plus, its fragrance-free formula contains ingredients like hyaluronic acid and niacinamide for anti-aging benefits!
If you suffer from the irritation associated with milia, this gentle cleanser made with cucumber extract and rosewater may provide soothing relief while washing away makeup or other impurities without irritating skin. Plus, it’s free from pores-clogging sodium lauryl or laureth sulfates and parabens!
