Sensitive Skin - How To Take Care Of It
In general, most of the skin types react adversely to products based on detergents and chemicals. Normally the adverse effect shows after a certain period of tolerance level. This level is extremely low for skin which is sensitive and such skin gets affected very rapidly and easily. Hence Sensitive skin care cosmetics either keep the concentration of such ingredients very low or avoid completely if possible and may also go in for natural ingredients.Given below are a few suggestions for taking care of sensitive skin:
*Make use of only products made for sensitive skin type only. Read the instructions on the label of the product for particular restrictions/caution related to the product. Normally ingredients are mentioned on labels which give you an indication if you are allergic to any of them.
*Within the scope of skin care products for sensitive also select only those with least additives like preservatives and colorings.
*Toners should not be used, because they are mostly alcohol based not suitable for sensitive skin.
*Wearing gloves while doing any chemical based cleaning will help to avoid direct contact between chemical and skin. In case you are sensitive to rubber, please wear cotton gloves underneath.
* Applying sunscreen lotion prior to stepping into sun will protect you from harsh sun rays.
*Covering yourself properly before getting out will help in avoiding exposure to dust and other pollutants which can harm your sensitive skin.
*Usage of hypoallergenic, noncomedogenic moisturizer will help if there is no specific mention of the product being sensitive care product.
*Cleansing your face on returning from outdoors with soap-free as well as alcohol free cleanser will definitely help.
*Scrubbing or exfoliating too harshly can give you skin eruptions and reddishness.
*Makeup should not be kept for too long (definitely never overnight) and should be removed using hypoallergenic makeup-removers.