Skincare for Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin shows up in various forms. Sometimes, it accompanies other skin conditions like eczema or keratosis pilaris (KP). Other times, people may not even know they have sensitive skin until they experience a sensory reaction to something they are putting on their skin like soap, detergent, lotion, fragrance, plants or makeup.

Many people find that their skin is sensitive to certain ingredients, fluctuating hormones, extreme temperatures — the list goes on. Though sensitive skin is reported more often in women, men also benefit from products designed to alleviate skin reactions.

• Itching, burning, tightness, dryness and/or stinging
• Skin disorders like eczema or keratosis pilaris
• An allergic reaction to a product, plant or chemical
• Overly dry or injured skin that isn’t healing itself
• Physical reaction to temperature changes + environmental factors such as wind + sun

If you have sensitive skin, we recommend looking for products with fewer chemicals to lessen the chance of a skin reaction. This is one of the reasons we keep our Pure Skin Face Cleanser fragrance free and vegan. This top-rated cleanser features a creamy texture, and a pH-balanced formula to help to maintain skin's natural acidity. Plus, it washes off easily and won’t leave skin feeling tight or dry.

Exfoliation is crucial in revealing healthier-looking skin, even if it is sensitive. The top layer of skin collects dead cells over time, which can prevent newer skin cells from reaching the surface. Though our top layer of skin turns over quickly and naturally in our youth, the skin cycle slows as we age, causing a buildup of dead skin cells to form on skin's surface layer. In turn, skin loses its luster and brightness. Facial Radiance Pads provide a daily exfoliation treatment with just the right amount of Lactic and Glycolic Acids, to gently exfoliate even sensitive skin. Simply swipe over face 1-2x daily for instant exfoliation and smoother, brighter skin.

Though there are a large variety of products available, we know less is more when it comes to sensitive skin. Ensure that each product you add to your routine agrees with your skin by adding one at a time. Hydrating Serum with Hyaluronic Acid is formulated with Squalane and Hyaluronic Acid to leave skin looking healthy and youthful. Consider giving your sensitive skin a boost of moisture with this potent but gentle serum. 

Moisturizing is arguably the most important step in caring for sensitive skin. Because dryness tends to go hand in hand with skin sensitivity, it is very important to maintain skin hydration. One of the simplest ways to do this is to moisturize every morning and evening with a reliable cream that won’t disrupt the skin barrier. Ultra Repair Cream is our best-selling product for many reasons. This head-to-toe moisturizer provides 24-hour hydration and strengthens the skin barrier in 7 days. This clean formulation is allergy tested and fragrance-free, with no greasy after-feel.

Looking for lightweight hydration for combination or oily skin or just prefer a gel cream form? Try Hydrating Dewy Gel Cream, a breathable formula that strengthens the moisture barrier and leaves skin feeling refreshed, dewy and perfectly hydrated, without clogging pores.