When you have sensitive skin, there are a certain number of rules that you unfortunately cannot escape. One of them (and certainly the most important) is to be picky about the selection of products to use. Does the quest for the holy grail seem endless to you? Not if you already know which elements to point out… See instead.
AHAs
AHAs, or a-hydroxy acids, are acids that generally come from fruits like apple, lemon or papaya. Although they are commonly used to exfoliate the epidermis by removing impurities and dead cells from the surface of the skin, they are nevertheless very poorly tolerated by sensitive skin . The reason ? They are particularly aggressive for the already very weakened skin barrier when you have sensitive skin and can cause reactions such as irritation, overheating, redness or eczema. So it's a no.
The perfumesWe grant you, a product that smells good, it's pleasant, it makes you want it. Except that it can cause violent allergic reactions to the most sensitive skin . The cause ? The perfume contained in the formula. It is the number one reason for allergic reactions in cosmetics . Irritation, redness, blistering or rashes are often symptoms of an allergy to perfumed substances. To avoid this inconvenience, it is better to opt for neutral care products completely devoid of fragrances . In addition to being gentler on the skin and better absorbed by the body, they can be superimposed for a layering effect. A way to accumulate layers of products according to the different needs of your skin. |
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Sulfated surfactants
Very irritating to the skin, sulfated surfactants are generally part of the list of ingredients present in cleansers. to obtain a nice foam. Used in shampoos, shower gels and facial cleansers, they are very popular with cosmetic manufacturers. Concern ? They alter the skin barrier . In addition, they are not very biodegradable. Not great for the skin, not great for the environment… Pass on .
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Essential oilsAlthough they have incredible virtues, essential oils should nevertheless be avoided when you have sensitive skin. Obtained through the extraction of a plant, leaves, flowers, seeds, berries, bark or wood... They have a very high concentration of active ingredients which can cause violent reactions in people with skin sensitive and responsive . In addition, certain essential oils can be photosensitizing and cause reactions when exposed to the sun. In short, we'll have our turn . |
Essential oilsAlthough they have incredible virtues, essential oils should nevertheless be avoided when you have sensitive skin. Obtained through the extraction of a plant, leaves, flowers, seeds, berries, bark or wood... They have a very high concentration of active ingredients which can cause violent reactions in people with skin sensitive and responsive . In addition, certain essential oils can be photosensitizing and cause reactions when exposed to the sun. In short, we'll have our turn. |
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The alcohol
Sometimes used as an alternative to usual preservatives , alcohol also serves as a purifying component intended for oily skin. Although well tolerated by normal skin, it is one of the ingredients to ban if you suffer from sensitivity or skin irritation . Too aggressive and drying, it only worsens the hyper-sensitization of the most fragile skin.
