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Sensitive Skin: Causes, Self-Care, and When to Seek Help

8 January 2025

 

We all know that a basic, proven skincare routine is a must. However, this is easier said than done if you have sensitive skin.

As a skin therapist, I advise clients with sensitive skin to consider many factors when choosing daily products. Anyone who falls into this category knows that the last thing you want to do is cause irritation or breakouts.

But first: What is sensitive skin?

Sensitive skin is not a medical diagnosis. It is (usually) just a term used to describe skin that is more prone to reactions (most commonly redness and itching) or intolerance to certain ingredients in skincare products.

Most people are born with sensitive skin, which is usually genetic, and sensitive skin naturally has a weaker skin barrier. Therefore, your attitude needs to be more considerate and gentle. Sensitive skin can cause or make you more susceptible to skin conditions such as eczema and/or rosacea – which often come together in one.

Symptoms of sensitive skin may include: redness, dryness, burning sensation when using certain skincare products, rash, hives, dry skin (which may crack), etc.

Is she really sensitive or is she just being sensitized?

It’s worth noting that in most cases, sensitive skin will always react in some way, but many people tend to think their skin is sensitive when in fact their skin is just allergic.

There is a difference, as anyone can develop skin allergies from over-exfoliation, excessive sun exposure, or even climate/pollution.

The good news? It can be undone.

How to Treat Sensitive Skin

There is no specific way to treat sensitive skin, but you can treat your skin so it doesn’t break out (I’d die on the next hill!).

Be careful with chemical peels and scrubs that contain high levels of acids, as they strip the skin of moisture and damage the skin barrier.

Avoid hot showers (definitely not hot, although we love them very much) to avoid drying out the skin.

Be careful with fragrances in skincare, as they can irritate sensitive skin. Some may be fine, but most skin types can tell when something isn’t good for them. (Essential oils are my nemesis in the clinic.)

Choose products designed for sensitive skin; those that are dermatologically tested and marketed as fragrance-free, gentle, and/or suitable for sensitive skin. Yes, that includes sunscreen.

Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Hydrated skin = healthy skin

Incorporate barrier-boosting ingredients like ceramides, peptides, and niacinamide into your daily routine.

Choose a vitamin A product that works for your skin. If the options are confusing (because retinoids are hard), schedule a consultation with your skin therapist.

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