How to soothe sensitive and reactive skin

So-called sensitive, hypersensitive, and reactive skin is not one of the recognized skin types (normal, dry, oily, and combination). In this sense, any skin can be sensitive, hypersensitive, and reactive. Many people are affected by skin hypersensitivity. This term is used to describe skin with a relatively low tolerance threshold to the use of cosmetic products or to external aggressors. Here are some tips on how to soothe sensitive and reactive skin naturally.

Recognizing the symptoms

Symptoms may include tingling, itching, dryness sometimes accompanied by redness, irritation, tightness and dehydration.

What are the origins of SENSITIVE SKIN?

Skin sensitivity can be caused by both external factors (temperature, pollution, cosmetics, sun, etc.) and internal factors (stress, alcohol, emotions, heredity, etc.). The skin tries to protect itself by overreacting.

We often notice that our skin reacts differently to lack of sleep or stress. This observation makes sense, as these changes alter the internal balance and can therefore lead to dryness and skin irritation. Hormonal changes also affect skin reactivity, particularly during menstruation, pregnancy, or menopause.

External aggressors can also affect skin reactivity. Sun exposure, pollution, and changes in temperature and seasons disrupt the skin, increasing hypersensitivity and its symptoms.

How to soothe sensitive and reactive skin?

Choosing non-abrasive skincare products is essential to avoid damaging the skin barrier. We recommend adopting a minimalist routine to prevent overloading your skin. By using gentle, natural products, you can reduce skin reactivity. Plant-based oils will soothe and comfort your skin while preventing inflammation and irritation.

Some actions to avoid:

– Cleansing your face with a product that is too harsh, such as micellar water.

– Water that is too hot, which accentuates redness and reactions.

– Cotton pads or wipes: opt for removing makeup with your hands and a cleansing oil.

– The limescale in the water that you can remove with floral water.

– Prolonged sun exposure can worsen symptoms. Therefore, remember to protect your skin properly with sunscreen.

Natural solutions :

Opt for oil-based, serum-type products that are 100% natural. Their highly concentrated formula of active ingredients will act at the deep cell level and meet the skin's needs while being absorbed quickly and deeply.

– Remove makeup with a vegetable oil:  Calendula, camellia or evening primrose oil are particularly suitable because they are well tolerated, soothing and restorative.

– Cleanse your face with a cold-process soap because the benefits of the vegetable oils have been preserved by the cold manufacturing process, so your skin benefits from their softening, soothing, nourishing and protective properties….

– Apply a mist of floral water to remove the limescale present in the water.

Finally, use a 100% natural serum composed of plant and essential oils suitable for reactive skin. Daily use of a serum will support your skin's regeneration; results are visible quickly, and the benefits are long-lasting.

Good to know:

Skin hypersensitivity affects both face and body indiscriminately.

– So dress in loose-fitting clothes made of natural materials such as linen, silk or cotton.

– Use mild, unscented laundry detergents made with Marseille soap.

Finding the right skincare product can be difficult because sensitive skin is very reactive. In any case, it's essential to nourish the skin with gentle, anti-inflammatory oils to protect it as best as possible.

Ernest Ernest offers a minimalist range of natural skincare products to help you take care of your skin!