As sensitive skin can react to a lot of things, it only makes sense to carefully choose your skin care products, starting with cleansers. The right formula will not only keep your skin feeling clean and fresh, but also help prevent redness, itchiness, and other related reactions.
Sensitive facial skin occurs with a compromised skin barrier. This causes water loss, as well as enables irritants to penetrate the skin, resulting in reactions such as redness, burning, and stinging. Sun exposure, pollutants, chemicals, and certain ingredients in skin care can exacerbate the symptoms of sensitive skin, which may include:
A number of internal and external factors can cause sensitive skin or increase facial skin sensitivity. These include:
For further reading: 5 Misconceptions About Sensitive Skin
The right cleanser for sensitive skin should be able to get rid of dirt, excess oil, and other impurities while maintaining the skin’s natural moisture. A mild, gentle formula is ideal, especially a cleanser that is also/contains:
Dr. Sylvia Skin Care’s Sensitive Cleanser with Aloe Leaf Water is a gentle formula ideal for those with very dry or sensitive skin. It is formulated with soothing ingredients that make it gentle enough for rosacea-prone skin. It also cleanses the skin without over-drying it, while also offering soothing and hydration benefits.
Key benefits:
As previously mentioned, certain ingredients can cause irritation and adverse reactions. Here are some ingredients you should to stay away from when choosing a facial cleanser:
Before using any new skincare, especially on your face, do a patch test to see how your skin will react to it. Common areas include the inner arm, bend of the elbow, or behind your ear.
Apart from choosing the right cleanser, here are a few other ways to take care of sensitive facial skin:
For further reading: How to Care for Sensitive Facial Skin
If you have sensitive skin and other skin concerns you wish to treat or improve, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. Contact Cutis Medical Laser Clinics in Singapore today to learn more about our services or book a consultation with one of our aesthetic doctors.
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