8 WAYS TO CALM AND SOOTHE SENSITIVE SKIN EFFECTIVELY
Does the skin on your face suddenly feel dry, scaly, or itchy? Do rashes or red patches appear in certain areas? Do fluid-filled blisters or bumps show up? Do you feel a burning, stinging, or tender sensation when you touch the skin?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re probably dealing with signs of sensitive skin. Sadly, it doesn’t just cause discomfort due to physical symptoms, but also negatively impacts one’s confidence. With that, make sure to start sensitive skin rescue ASAP! Here are some important pointers to remember for sensitive skin care.
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Consult a trusted dermatologist to determine potential triggers and for additional advice.
Unsure what caused sensitive skin? Seek expert advice from a trusted dermatologist to get answers. They can help you understand whether existing skincare products, household items, underlying conditions, or lifestyle habits may be to blame, and give additional insights on how you can take better care of sensitive skin. Some dermatologists can also suggest ideal face products for sensitive skin that can help address irritation without causing further skin damage.
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Resist the urge to touch the sensitive skin on the face.
Many people tend to nitpick or touch the parts of the face that are the most sensitive. This habit, albeit common, is a big no-no since it can transfer dirt, dust, bacteria, oil, and other irritants to the already vulnerable area, potentially worsening the skin’s condition.
Whenever you apply skincare or makeup products to your face, make sure your hands are thoroughly washed and clean. This reduces the risk of unknowingly transferring dirt from other surfaces to your skin.
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Carefully check for irritants in skincare and/or make-up.
While checking a product’s ingredient list may take some time, this step can contribute to your skin’s recovery. Irritants are a group of substances notorious for causing sensitive skin problems in a lot of people. Examples of irritants to watch out for include fragrances, alcohol, preservatives, or other skin sensitizers.
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Use a good, mild cleanser formulated for sensitive skin.
It’s important to still cleanse the skin even if it is going through a lot at the moment to get rid of dirt, bacteria, oil, and gunk that have accumulated within the pores. An ideal cleanser for sensitive skin should contain mild cleansing agents that aren’t harsh and won’t trigger adverse reactions, such as Celeteque products.
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Opt for gentle and fragrance-free laundry detergent.
Some known irritants linked to sensitive skin aren’t just found in skincare products — they can be found in laundry detergents and other related items. Traces of fragrance, dyes, surfactants, and preservatives left behind by laundry products on clothes, towels, and bedding can trigger unwanted skin irritation and sensitivities. If it was determined that laundry products caused sensitive skin, switch to alternatives that are gentler and free of irritants.
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Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water.
While H2O doesn’t necessarily address the root cause of sensitive skin, drinking enough water daily has been proven to help boost skin health. Results of this study noted that people who drank more water reported increased skin elasticity and moisture compared to those who drank less. But how much water should one drink daily anyway? Good figures to aim for are as follows:
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2.7 liters or 11.5 cups for women
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3.7 liters or 15.5 cups for men
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Forego the hot baths or showers for now.
Even if they feel relaxing, hot baths or showers can do more harm than good to your skin. Researchers have found that hot water can increase transepidermal water loss (i.e., evaporation of water from the skin), disrupt the skin’s pH balance, and damage the skin barrier, potentially triggering sensitivity and irritation.
With these findings in mind, consider using lukewarm or even cool water for future baths or showers to help prevent further irritation, especially if you already have sensitive skin.
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Protect the skin from the sun.
While sun exposure is inevitable in a tropical country like the Philippines, it’s important to protect your skin. Harsh sunlight can make already sensitive skin even more vulnerable, and increased UV exposure can disrupt processes essential to maintaining healthy skin.
To help guard against sun damage, apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, like the Celeteque Skin Defense Soft Matte Moisturizer SPF57. You can also wear a lightweight jacket, use a trusty umbrella, or put on a hat or cap to block out direct sunlight.
Tackling sensitive skin may seem challenging, but remember that this can be addressed! Trust the process, just like many people who have managed to overcome this skin issue and regained their confidence.
Let Celeteque DermoScience’s skincare solutions help you navigate the ins and outs of sensitive skin with products that nourish and protect it from within and address underlying issues. These dermatologist-tested, non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, and fragrance-free products have been specially formulated to be gentle on Filipinos’ skin without the risk of irritation and redness.
Shop Celeteque® Dermoscience+® products for various skin concerns online or in leading drugstores and supermarkets nationwide.
References:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5595600/
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https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3088928/
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https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8778033/
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