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Sensitive skin dos and don’ts

6th July 2019
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Sensitive skin often reacts to triggers like weather, allergies, or certain products. Your skin might turn red, dry out, sting, feel itchy or tight, or get bumps, scales, or hives. Conditions like eczema, contact dermatitis, and more are often to blame.

Do: Read labels

Look for the words gentle on skin or for sensitive skin on labels when you shop for products that touch your body. Check the ingredients. You can spot what’s likely to make you flare and avoid it. As a general rule, the fewer ingredients, the better.

Don’t: Handle harsh cleaners

Chemicals found in common cleaners can wreak havoc on sensitive skin. Steer clear of products with warning labels about skin irritation, and avoid ingredients like bleach, alcohol, ammonia, ethylene glycol monobutyl acetate, sodium hypochlorite, and trisodium phosphate. When in doubt, wear gloves!

Do: Test it out

If you are still learning what sets your skin off, it’s a smart idea to do a patch test with any new product before you commit. Choose a small section of your skin and dab some on. If you see a reaction within 72 hours, you will know it isn’t for you.

Don’t: Scrub skin

Take a pass on products that promise to buff with either grit or chemicals. Dermatologists say you don’t need to exfoliate to clean your skin. It could make your symptoms worse.

Do: Skip the fragrance

Many beauty products promise sweet smells as a selling point. But fragrance is an add-on your sensitive skin doesn’t need and often can’t handle. Same goes for products with alcohols, soaps, or dyes.

Don’t: Clog with cosmetics

You don’t have to toss your makeup if your skin is sensitive. But you should pay close attention to what’s in it. Stick to non-waterproof options that aren’t very thick. Look for non comedogenic on the label. That means it won’t gunk up your pores.

Do: Choose clothing with care

Wool and other rough fabrics can be itchy even if your skin isn’t sensitive. Wool could even cause an allergic rash. Lanolin is a natural wax found in wool, and some clothes still have it. Opt for softer choices like cotton and silk.

Don’t: Expose skin to the elements

Cover up when it’s cold outside. Wrap your sensitive facial skin with a soft scarf. Cover your hands with gloves to prevent dryness. Follow a daily sunscreen routine year-round to block damaging rays.

Do: Moisturize

Dry skin leads to irritated skin. It can cause conditions like eczema to flare. The best way to keep your skin from drying out is to trap water inside it when it’s wet. Use a thick but gentle moisturizer like an ointment or cream right after you bath to lock in water and keep skin supple.

Don’t: Stress

It’s normal to get busy or worried from time to time, but it can affect you inside and out. Find ways to ease that stress so your skin doesn’t suffer. Practice relaxation techniques, get good sleep, exercise, and eat right. Your body and skin will thank you.

Rapheal

Rapheal

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