You don't have to spend an arm and a leg to moisturize and nourish your sensitive skin. The most expensive moisturizer for your sensitive skin is not necessarily going to be the most expensive brand. While there are some very high quality brands that demand top dollar, you can also expect some great results from some cheaper moisturizers.
If you have sensitive skin, you should avoid products with fragrance added to them. While they may smell lovely, fragrance is the most common cause of irritation to skin. Aveeno Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer with SPF 15 is a great product that not only contains sun screen to protect you from the sun, but it helps to calm irritation and redness. All for about $17.00- What a steal!
Cetaphil is another company producing fragrance free moisturizers, that are not only affordable- they are really wonderful. Their moisturizing lotion contains emollients and humectants that help moisture really seep deep into your skin. And their products will not irritate sensitive skin. They carry different types of moisturizers to cater to the different skin types and how dry your skin is. At about $11.00 for their regular moisturizing lotion, you are really getting a good value for your money.
If you haven't heard about the next product I'm going to discuss, CeraVe, you are really missing out. Dermatologists everywhere are recommending CeraVe to their patients, and you don't even need a prescription to purchase it. But if you are taking any prescription medications for your skin- CeraVe is perfect to use in combination with them. CeraVe really moisturizes deep into your skin and is even effective in helping to treat eczema and psoriasis. It's a great product, and if you haven't tried it- you need to. It is about $13.00 and you can purchase it at drugstores as well as online.
I hope you check out these three options in treating and moisturizing your sensitive skin. I know you can have the skin you've always wanted!
Sunday, January 31, 2010
How Moisturizer Affects sensitive skin
The absolute most important thing in treating sensitive skin, is moisturizer. You must choose the right sensitive skin moisturizer in order to 'toughen up' your skin.
Did you know that people with sensitive skin actually have less break outs? That's a definite plus! That also means that your choice of facial cleanser is important- but not nearly as important as the moisture you use to nourish your skin. Though do keep in mind that since your sensitive skin is not prone to acne and is, well, sensitive- do not choose a harsh cleanser.
When selecting a moisturizer, look for ones that contain Vitamin E, antioxidants, vitamin and other plant extracts. If you have extremely sensitive skin, stay away from fragrances,dyes, or salicylic acid. These may just irritate your skin- just to be sure, you may want to test a potential moisturizer on a patch of your skin. Try the skin inside your elbow, because it is also sensitive and is a good indication of how your facial skin will react.
If you suffer from red, painful patches, or spots of inflamed or flaky skin; then I urge you to step back and look at your beauty regimen. I know that these conditions can be annoying or even embarrassing. Do not just think that these conditions are something you will always just have to deal with, because in most cases- conditions can be controlled.
To test what it is you are having an adverse reaction to, cease your beauty regime for a few days. Just buy a very gentle cleanser and an oil-free moisturizer that is fragrance free (exederm offer wonderful options) and use those for three days. If you notice your condition getting better then very slowly ease back into your beauty regimen. And I do mean ease- we are trying to pin-point what you are having a problem with, so rushing back into it all is not going to help. You could be allergic so something in your make up, normal cleanser, or you could be sensitive to fragrances in skin products. If none of these things seem to be the issue, consider whether it could be hair products or perfumes that are coming into contact with your face.
If none of those options seem to be the culprit, perhaps it is time to take a gander at your diet. You could have a food allergy or sensitivity that is throwing off the natural balance of your skin. You would be amazed how many issues are actually rooted in your diet.
Though, if nothing else, invest in a great moisturizer to nourish and re-build your sensitive skin to the healthy radiance that you so deserve.
Did you know that people with sensitive skin actually have less break outs? That's a definite plus! That also means that your choice of facial cleanser is important- but not nearly as important as the moisture you use to nourish your skin. Though do keep in mind that since your sensitive skin is not prone to acne and is, well, sensitive- do not choose a harsh cleanser.
When selecting a moisturizer, look for ones that contain Vitamin E, antioxidants, vitamin and other plant extracts. If you have extremely sensitive skin, stay away from fragrances,dyes, or salicylic acid. These may just irritate your skin- just to be sure, you may want to test a potential moisturizer on a patch of your skin. Try the skin inside your elbow, because it is also sensitive and is a good indication of how your facial skin will react.
If you suffer from red, painful patches, or spots of inflamed or flaky skin; then I urge you to step back and look at your beauty regimen. I know that these conditions can be annoying or even embarrassing. Do not just think that these conditions are something you will always just have to deal with, because in most cases- conditions can be controlled.
To test what it is you are having an adverse reaction to, cease your beauty regime for a few days. Just buy a very gentle cleanser and an oil-free moisturizer that is fragrance free (exederm offer wonderful options) and use those for three days. If you notice your condition getting better then very slowly ease back into your beauty regimen. And I do mean ease- we are trying to pin-point what you are having a problem with, so rushing back into it all is not going to help. You could be allergic so something in your make up, normal cleanser, or you could be sensitive to fragrances in skin products. If none of these things seem to be the issue, consider whether it could be hair products or perfumes that are coming into contact with your face.
If none of those options seem to be the culprit, perhaps it is time to take a gander at your diet. You could have a food allergy or sensitivity that is throwing off the natural balance of your skin. You would be amazed how many issues are actually rooted in your diet.
Though, if nothing else, invest in a great moisturizer to nourish and re-build your sensitive skin to the healthy radiance that you so deserve.
Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin
When deciding on a moisturizer for your sensitive skin, you should first determine what your skin type is. The three most common skin types are dry, oily, and combination skin.
If your face feels a bit tight, especially when yawning or otherwise stretching your facial muscles- then you have dry skin. Dry skin can also show itself through dry, flaky skin. In more extreme cases, dry skin will become flaky and raw. When dealing with these cases, do not over exfoliate your skin. This may slough off some dead skin, but it will irritate your skin further, which will lead to rough, hardened patches.
Oily skin is easy to spot, but don't be fooled- just because you have oily skin does not mean that you do not need to moisturize. It also does not mean that you should wash your face repeatedly throughout the day at the first sign of shine. By doing this, you are stripping your skin of its natural oils and actually increasing oil production, which is the complete opposite reaction that you are looking for. Instead, wash your face twice daily, moisturize, perhaps apply and oil controller, and then blot excess oil throughout the day. Do not irritated your skin further- or you will end up with much more sensitive skin on your hands.
Combination skin is both oil and dry- usually oily around the T-zone. Though dryness can also be patchy throughout the T-zone- normally around the nose area.
Mostly everyone has something about their skin that they dislike, whether it be unsightly blemishes, excess oil, variation in skin tones, sensitive skin, or a skin condition. But most of these conditions can be helped through the right skin care- and moisture is really key.
If you have dry skin, you are going to want to lean towards a heavier moisturizer. I would recommend even using a heavy moisturizer during the day to prevent your face from drying out due to sun exposure, wind, pollution, etc. A moisturizer with antioxidants may be a good choice as well. And as they say, dry skin ages faster- so it would be wise to choose a moisturizer with restoring properties.
Oily skin requires a lighter moisturizer. And don't skip moisturizing in the morning- just wait a few minutes until your moisturizer has really sunk in before applying makeup. Opt for water based moisturizers, instead of oil based ones as they may lead to clogged pores.
Combination skin really differs from person to person. If you need more moisture in some places than others, apply a heavier moisturizer at night to help restore moisture as you sleep and a light water-based moisturizer at night. Also, while it is healthy to exfoliate, do not go overboard so you do not inflame any sensitive skin.
I hope this helped you understand how to properly care for and moisturize sensitive skin. And always, always choose a moisturizer with sunscreen. If I could just give you one piece of advice... wear sunscreen :)
If your face feels a bit tight, especially when yawning or otherwise stretching your facial muscles- then you have dry skin. Dry skin can also show itself through dry, flaky skin. In more extreme cases, dry skin will become flaky and raw. When dealing with these cases, do not over exfoliate your skin. This may slough off some dead skin, but it will irritate your skin further, which will lead to rough, hardened patches.
Oily skin is easy to spot, but don't be fooled- just because you have oily skin does not mean that you do not need to moisturize. It also does not mean that you should wash your face repeatedly throughout the day at the first sign of shine. By doing this, you are stripping your skin of its natural oils and actually increasing oil production, which is the complete opposite reaction that you are looking for. Instead, wash your face twice daily, moisturize, perhaps apply and oil controller, and then blot excess oil throughout the day. Do not irritated your skin further- or you will end up with much more sensitive skin on your hands.
Combination skin is both oil and dry- usually oily around the T-zone. Though dryness can also be patchy throughout the T-zone- normally around the nose area.
Mostly everyone has something about their skin that they dislike, whether it be unsightly blemishes, excess oil, variation in skin tones, sensitive skin, or a skin condition. But most of these conditions can be helped through the right skin care- and moisture is really key.
If you have dry skin, you are going to want to lean towards a heavier moisturizer. I would recommend even using a heavy moisturizer during the day to prevent your face from drying out due to sun exposure, wind, pollution, etc. A moisturizer with antioxidants may be a good choice as well. And as they say, dry skin ages faster- so it would be wise to choose a moisturizer with restoring properties.
Oily skin requires a lighter moisturizer. And don't skip moisturizing in the morning- just wait a few minutes until your moisturizer has really sunk in before applying makeup. Opt for water based moisturizers, instead of oil based ones as they may lead to clogged pores.
Combination skin really differs from person to person. If you need more moisture in some places than others, apply a heavier moisturizer at night to help restore moisture as you sleep and a light water-based moisturizer at night. Also, while it is healthy to exfoliate, do not go overboard so you do not inflame any sensitive skin.
I hope this helped you understand how to properly care for and moisturize sensitive skin. And always, always choose a moisturizer with sunscreen. If I could just give you one piece of advice... wear sunscreen :)
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