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Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin is a reactive type of skin that can easily display signs of irritation in response to external factors such as chemicals, climate changes, or pollution. It is frequently prone to redness, tingling, and feelings of tightness. Discover more information about sensitive skin here.
Routine de soins peau sensible.
Facial care
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Sensitive Skin: Tips for a Successful Routine.

When one has sensitive or even reactive skin, redness, tingling and tightness can occur anywhere, and at any time. Fortunately, certain molecules help to calm, soothe and relieve the skin in a lasting way. Discover which ones.

Which oil(s) should be used for sensitive skin prone to redness?
Vegetable Butters/Oils
5 min of reading
Which oil(s) should be used for sensitive skin prone to redness?

Irritations, redness or itching? These symptoms characterise sensitive skin. True sources of discomfort, these signs should be alleviated, or even eliminated, through the use of a treatment compatible with the skin type. The vegetable oils are among the solutions suitable for a beauty ritual for sensitive skin.

Crèmes pour les peaux sensibles.
Moisturizer
5 min of reading
Which cream(s) should be used for sensitive skin?

When the skin barrier is weakened, the skin is more exposed to external aggressions. As a result, it responds by showing various signs such as tightness, itching and redness. To soothe this sensitive skin, specific creams are available.

FAQ about sensitive skin

Can sensitive skin tolerate exfoliation?

Yes, but it is recommended to use a gentle enzymatic exfoliant or a chemical exfoliant based on mild acids, such as lactic acid.

How to cleanse sensitive skin without causing irritation?

The use of a gentle, super-fatted, soap-free cleanser, followed by a rinse with warm water allows for the cleansing of a sensitive skin without causing irritation.

Why do sensitive skins redden easily?

Sensitive skin tends to redden easily due to hyperactivity of the skin's nerve endings, which amplify the inflammatory response and cause excessive dilation of the capillaries when exposed to irritants or climatic changes.

Can oily skin be prone to skin sensitivity?

Yes, this is possible, even though sensitive skin is often dry.

Should sensitive skin avoid certain active ingredients?

Indeed, AHA, fragrances, sulfated surfactants, alcohols, retinol and certain allergenic essential oils should be avoided when one has the sensitive skin.

What are the main triggers of skin sensitivity?

Cold, heat, pollution, stress, certain harsh products, and hard water are among the main triggers of skin sensitivity.

Is micellar water suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, micellar water is suitable for sensitive skin, but it is recommended to opt for a formula free from fragrances and irritating surfactants, such as sodium laureth sulfate.

Can makeup sensitise the skin?

Yes, certain makeup products can sensitise the skin, particularly those containing fragrances or alcohol derivatives.

Is the sun an enemy of sensitive skin?

Yes, the sun can exacerbate skin sensitivity by weakening the skin barrier. That's why sun protection is essential for sensitive skin, as it is for all skin types.

Should tap water be avoided on sensitive skin?

It depends. If the tap water is very hard, it is indeed preferable to avoid it, by using a water filter for example.

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