Care for Sensitive Skin
Oct 8th, 2008 | By admin | Category: Featured Articles, Skin TypesTreating sensitive skin is governed by a few basic rules. People with sensitive skin are unable to tolerate any unfavorable conditions in the environment and in their skin care products as well. Their skin is easily irritated on contact with foreign materials. For this reason, products should always be specifically labeled as sensitive skin care products. However, the degree of sensitivity will vary from person to person.
Generally, all skin types respond negatively to detergents and other chemically-based products. The degree of damage starts with a person’s defined tolerance level. This tolerance level is very low for sensitive skin types. Sensitive skin care products either completely avoid the potential irritants or keep them at very low concentrations.
Here are a few tips for caring for sensitive skin:
* Only use products marked for “sensitive skin” only – Also, check the instructions and read the ingredients the product contains. Note the specific restrictions or warnings associated with the product.
* Even within the range of sensitive skin care products, choose the one that has minimum preservatives and other additives.
* Do not use facial toners. Most of them are alcohol-based and are not recommended for sensitive skin.
* Wear protective gloves when doing laundry or other chemical-based cleaning. If you are allergic to rubber, you can wear cotton gloves under the rubber ones. If residue of cleaning products remain on your fingers and hands when you apply your facial skin care products, a very bad reaction could be had.
* Avoid excessive exposure to the sun. Apply sunscreen lotion at least twenty minutes before going out in the sun.
* Avoiding exposure to dust and other pollutants is also important for sensitive skin care. So, cover yourself adequately before going out.
* Use hypoallergenic and noncomedogenic moisturizers. This should be specifically noted on the label.
* Use only soap free and alcohol free cleansers. Cleanse your face whenever you return from spending time outdoors.
* Do not scrub or exfoliate too hard. It can cause reddishness and inflammation.
* Do not leave the makeup on for too long and never leave makeup on overnight.
Sensitive skin care is about being careful with your skin in both your product use and in your surrounding environment as well.
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Rodan + and Fields Soothe Regimen Redness / Sensitive Irritated Skin 3pc set kit US $119.99 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 15:40:24 PST | Watch this Item |
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KimRogers Silverplated Stretch Bracelet Sensitive Skin US $5.27 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 15:54:53 PST | Watch this Item |
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Elizabeth Arden - Dry Sensitive Skin Hydra-Gentle Cream Cleanser - 5.0 oz - NEW US $15.00 (2 Bids) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 16:00:49 PST | Watch this Item |
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SCHICK INTUITION 6 REFILL CARTRIDGES SENSITIVE SKIN US $14.39 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 16:13:40 PST | Watch this Item |
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SCHICK QUATTRO RAZORS FOR WOMEN - 2 PACKAGES OF 3 FOR SENSITIVE SKIN - NEW!!! US $3.99 (1 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 16:18:10 PST | Watch this Item |
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LOT 3 BEAUTY DROPS 2,800 I.U VITAMIN E SENSITIVE SKIN US $19.95 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 16:20:25 PST | Watch this Item |
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Murad Redness Therapy Sensitive Skin Soothing Serum 4.0 fl oz NEW! Salon size US $74.99 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 16:34:29 PST | Watch this Item |
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Chez Aubrey Lemon Balm Hydrosol Spray Face and Body 2 oz Sensitive Skin,Travel US $8.00 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 16:38:23 PST | Watch this Item |
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2 X Sally Hansen Salon Hand Care Moisturizing Creme For DRY SENSITIVE SKIN. US $12.99 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 16:39:52 PST | Watch this Item |
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Chez Aubrey Rosemary Hydrosol Spray Face and Body 2 oz Sensitive Skin,Travel US $8.00 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 16:41:42 PST | Watch this Item |
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Face Gillette Proseries Sensitive Skin Face Wash For Man Free Shipping US $3.00 (4 Bids) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 17:03:21 PST | Watch this Item |
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Conti Castile Olive Oil Sensitive Skin Soap 4 oz Bars x 3 Bars *** NEW *** US $14.99 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 17:10:35 PST | Watch this Item |
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Kao Curel Moisturizing Lotion for Sensitive Skin US $23.87 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 17:24:48 PST | Watch this Item |
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Kao Curel Moisturizing Lotion for Sensitive Skin US $23.87 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 17:24:48 PST | Watch this Item |
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Kao Curel Moisturizing Lotion for Sensitive Skin US $23.87 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 17:24:48 PST | Watch this Item |
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DECLEOR PARIS HARMONIE FOR SENSITIVE SKIN SOOTHING EYE CONTOUR GEL .5 OZ NEW US $14.16 (3 Bids) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 17:43:32 PST | Watch this Item |
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BORGHESE EFFETTO IMMEDIATO SPA SOOTHING TONIC FOR SENSITIVE SKIN 8.4 oz. US $28.79 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 18:00:47 PST | Watch this Item |
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ANTI-OXIDANT Facial Cleansing SCRUB Sensitive Skin 4 oz US $9.99 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 18:12:27 PST | Watch this Item |
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Sellecca Solution. Sensitive Skin US $35.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 18:28:51 PST | Watch this Item |
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BANANA BOAT SENSITIVE SKIN SPF 30 HYPOALLERGENIC UVA 2 US $16.50 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 18:29:48 PST | Watch this Item |
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Avon Moisture Therapy Body Wash - for Sensitive Skin US $10.99 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 18:34:21 PST | Watch this Item |
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Decleor Aromessence Rose d'Orient for Sensitive Skin US $55.00 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:01:58 PST | Watch this Item |
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Edwards Organics "Calm Me!" Unscented Argan Oil Sensitive Skin Face Cream Lotion US $9.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:09:56 PST | Watch this Item |
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Neutrogena Moisture Sensitive Skin US $6.95 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:12:27 PST | Watch this Item |
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7 SETS SCHICK SLIM TRIPLE FOR SENSITIVE SKIN(TOTAL OF 56 RAZORS) US $14.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:16:21 PST | Watch this Item |
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NIGHTINGALE NATURALS BODY / HAND LOTION SENSITIVE SKIN LAVENDER HYPOALLERGENIC US $8.50 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:30:33 PST | Watch this Item |
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Personna Single Blade Shaver for Sensitive Skin 10 per pack 56010 comfort coated US $2.55 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:31:27 PST | Watch this Item |
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Bioelements Sensitive Skin Cleanser US $23.00 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:32:48 PST | Watch this Item |
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NIGHTINGALE NATURALS BODY / HAND LOTION SENSITIVE SKIN GRAPEFRUIT HYPOALLERGENIC US $8.50 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:39:36 PST | Watch this Item |
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Eminence ♥ Calm Skin Chamomile Cleanser ♥Sooth Sensitive Skin ♥ .5 oz Jar US $15.00 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:42:03 PST | Watch this Item |
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NIGHTINGALE NATURALS BODY / HAND LOTION SENSITIVE SKIN SANDALWOOD HYPOALLERGENIC US $8.50 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:45:55 PST | Watch this Item |
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EUROPEAN Eye CREAM Sensitive Skin Contour Anti Aging Wrinkles Dark Circles Italy US $17.09 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:48:32 PST | Watch this Item |
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AVON Red Tailored Button Pierced Earrings "NEW" (for sensitive skin) US $2.99 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:51:35 PST | Watch this Item |
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D PROGRAM Sensitive Skin Cleansing Foam Emulsion III Lotion II 6 Samples 2 each US $0.99 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 19:53:22 PST | Watch this Item |
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STRIVECTIN SD Cream for Sensitive Skin 0.75 oz (new Formula) US $15.95 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 20:09:47 PST | Watch this Item |
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Cover Girl Clean Sensitive Skin Ivory 205 & Pressed Powder Foundation LOT/Set US $10.50 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 20:12:14 PST | Watch this Item |
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CHRISTIAN DIOR Gentle Cleansing Milk (For Dry/ Sensitive Skin) 50ml US $6.60 (4 Bids) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 20:13:14 PST | Watch this Item |
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NIGHTINGALE NATURALS BODY WASH SENSITIVE SKIN SANDALWOOD MANDARIN US $8.50 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 20:26:20 PST | Watch this Item |
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NIGHTINGALE NATURALS BODY WASH SENSITIVE SKIN VANILLA SANDALWOOD US $8.50 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 20:33:28 PST | Watch this Item |
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NIGHTINGALE NATURALS BODY WASH SENSITIVE SKIN GRAPEFRUIT PETITGRAIN US $8.50 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 20:40:08 PST | Watch this Item |
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Pevonia Botanica Sensitive Soothing Skin Cream 1.7 oz New & Super Fresh! US $38.99 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 21:10:28 PST | Watch this Item |
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Lot 25 Skin Medica TNS Ceramide Cream Sensitive Cleanser Rejuvenative Toner US $255.00 (13 Bids) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 21:28:49 PST | Watch this Item |
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NoSte natural soothing toner for sensitive skin(100ml) US $29.00 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 22:18:56 PST | Watch this Item |
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CLINIQUE SENSITIVE SKIN SPF 15 NEW 1 OZ CARING BEIGE CONCEALER CREAM FOUNDATION US $29.95 Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 22:21:56 PST | Watch this Item |
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Soothing & Moisturizing Serum for sensitive or allergic or atopy skin US $19.90 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 22:37:02 PST | Watch this Item |
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Soothing & moisturizing cream for sensitive or allergic or atopy skin US $19.90 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 22:37:29 PST | Watch this Item |
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Soothing & moisturizing lotion for sensitive or allergic or atopy skin US $17.90 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 22:38:01 PST | Watch this Item |
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Soothing & moisturizing toner for sensitive or allergic or atopy skin US $15.90 (0 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 22:38:36 PST | Watch this Item |
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BATH AND BODY WORKS WEXLER SENSITIVE SKIN ANTI AGING STARTER SET US $8.99 (1 Bid) Auction Ends: Wednesday Feb-08-2012 23:10:54 PST | Watch this Item |
