"Why are you so sensitive, skin?" Do you sometimes ask your skin the same question? You are definitely not alone. And that's why, in this blog article bring you closer to the topic of sensitive skin .
Your skin is such an ingenious organ that it could basically do most things on its own. The emphasis is on could. In a healthy state, it retains water, protects your body from bacteria and sunlight and gives your skin a generally balanced appearance. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Sensitive skin in particular finds it difficult to fulfill these tasks. And that's why we're talking about it today:
- What characterizes sensitive skin ?
- What is the main cause of sensitive skin?
- Perioral dermatitis, rosacea and neurodermatitis
- How do I look after my sensitive skin properly?
- Which products are best for sensitive skin?
1. what characterizes sensitive skin ?
Our skin often struggles to keep up with everyday life. External influences such as exhaust fumes, UV radiation, wind, cold and, above all, the wrong care products cause the skin to lose the most important thing: its protective barrier. It then shows symptoms such as tightness, redness and itching. The skin feels dry and also reacts excessively to these external stimuli. Sensitive and irritated skin also tends to develop wrinkles and pigmentation spots. Your complexion looks dull and tired. Of course, your predisposition or other existing diseases, such as diabetes, also play a certain role.
sensitive skin is influenced by the seasons, just like any other skin type. In winter, for example, it is more prone to dryness and redness. When the temperatures drop, it is therefore important to stabilize the moisture balance with the right care and to strengthen the skin barrier Protect. In summer, on the other hand, the focus should be on sun screen and light care so as not to overburden the skin. Drinking enough water helps the skin no matter what time of year. When we drink enough, all processes in the body simply run better, all organs work better - including our skin. I'll come back to the specific skincare tips and product recommendations in more detail later. Before that, let's take another look at how our super organ can actually become so sensitive.
2. what is the main cause of sensitive skin?
As already mentioned, the damaged protective barrier is the most important point. Especially when it comes to the right care for sensitive skin. The protective barrier needs to be repaired, strengthened and, above all, kept healthy with the right products.
If the composition of fats and proteins is not in balance and the skin cannot perform its actual tasks, a vicious circle ensues. As a result of the damage to the protective barrier, the skin continues to lose water, collagen and elastin. The cells regenerate more slowly and as we cannot enclose ourselves in a capsule to protect ourselves from all influences, the game goes on and on. However, we can build ourselves a protective shell by giving our skin the right care.
In addition to the skin type "sensitive skin", there are also skin conditions that make the skin sensitive. However, you can also achieve a lot here with a coordinated skincare routine. We regularly receive great feedback that the combination of the right products, a conscious diet and consultation with a trusted dermatologist has tamed rosacea, neurodermatitis and the like.
3. perioral dermatitis, rosacea, psoriasis and neurodermatitis
Good to know: Too much of the wrong care is counterproductive for the skin. The so-called perioral dermatitis occurs for precisely this reason. Too much make-up and too many skincare products have made the skin intolerant to certain ingredients. This results in red, itchy and burning areas. If you suffer from perioral dermatitis, I can recommend our article on the subject recommended. Here you will find all the information, care tips and advice for everyday life.
rosacea or neurodermatitis are also diseases that are associated with sensitive skin . Those affected often find it difficult to navigate the overwhelming range of cosmetics on offer. It is not easy to get an overview and understanding of the right and wrong ingredients. If you can break it down very roughly, you should pay attention to the following: no fragrances, no silicones, parabens or aggressive surfactants, no irritating alcohols. Be careful with active ingredient cosmetics, as they can often be too much for sensitive skin Treat . However, this is really a very narrow guide. However, we have a few articles on our blog specifically for these two skin conditions, in which our specialists explain all the details and interesting facts. And, of course, we give you tips on how to keep your skin healthy Moisturize . Feel free to take a look:
- When the skin blossoms - Rosacea: treatment, tips and care
- Or listen to our podcast
- What is neurodermatitis and what helps with neurodermatitis?
- Neurodermatitis - causes, symptoms and care tips
We have also written a separate article on psoriasis that might help you: Psoriasis: triggers, symptoms and treatment tips
We are aware of the difficulty of finding suitable care products for intolerances and sensitive skin. That's why we make every effort to offer a selection of products that are always developed with sensitive skin in mind. Because that is our claim: Compatible products for your skin and the environment!
4. how do I look after my sensitive skin properly?
Please note the following points:
- Avoid fragrances, such as essential oils. oils - they can irritate the skin and have a high allergy potential.
- Avoid aggressive preservatives such as alcohols - they also dry out the skin.
- Look for a balanced mixture of moisturizers and lipids in the products, to build up the protective barrier and not just seal the skin with a greasy film. True to the motto: Rebuild the protective barrier! That really is the be-all and end-all here.
- Test the products on a spot on your arm (for at least 3 days and preferably 3 times a day) for tolerance.
- Always make sure you get enough sun screen - UV radiation is one of the biggest causes of skin damage and irritation.
- Only cleanse your skin with mild, moisturizing products (see below) and avoid soaps and bubble baths - they dry out the skin and, as the name suggests, disrupt the skin's acid mantle with the wrong pH-value.
- Be careful not to touch your face unnecessarily. This will help prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses and reduce redness.
- Avoid face brushes, coarse peeling products and "dry scrubbing". Your skin needs very gentle care and touch. Instead, use a fruit acid peel, such as BHA peeling , which is also suitable for sensitive skin, to remove dead skin cells and unclog pores overnight. Soft towels that you can use to pat your face dry also pay off.
5 Which products are best for sensitive skin?
If you have sensitive skin, rosacea or atopic dermatitis, you can let off steam with almost our entire range. We use no fragrances, no essential oils and no preservativesl. And monohydric alcohols have no place in our products either.
As most of our products are based on the wonderful aloe vera plant, they are particularly gentle on the skin and leave its protective acid mantle intact.
Some caution is advised with the following products:
All of these products can irritate the skin if it is prone to sensitivity. However, not all skin is the same. We always use gentle variants of the ingredients and it may well be that you can tolerate the products despite having sensitive skin. Thanks to the 5 ml sample sizes, it's best to try out the products of your choice at your leisure first.
THE BEST PRODUCTS FOR SENSITIVE SKIN
Cleansing Oil or Cleansing Gel
A thorough but gentle cleanser is the best basis for any skincare routine. You should take particular care to use mild cleansers that do not saturate your skin barrier with unnecessarily aggressive surfactants. This can upset your moisture balance and put your sensitive skin even more out of action. The gentle sugar surfactants in the cleansing oil remove the day's dirt and make-up without drying out the skin. The organic chamomile extract contained in Cleansing Gel soothes the skin during cleanser and has a pleasant natural fragrance.
To soothe sensitive skin and at the same time strengthen it to protect it from moisture loss, Ceramides serum is ideal. As Ceramides are already a natural component of the skin that are essential for a healthy skin barrier, they are a valuable part of the routine, especially for sensitive skin .
aloe vera gel and spray
The aloe vera gel and the accompanying spray are particularly suitable. The many properties of the aloe vera plant help to soothe the skin and gel and spray can provide relief for itchy and burning areas. You can find more information here.
Hyaluron Creams: Light, medium and rich
Our hyaluronic creams with moisturizing hyaluronic acid, cooling aloe vera and various oils are also the perfect combination for sensitive skin. All three variants are gentle on the skin and do not burden the skin with unnecessary additives. And thanks to the different richness of the three creams, you will also find the perfect care for your skin needs.
Our junglück Eye Cream provides stressed skin and sensitive skin around the eyes with hyaluronic acid and Coffeine. It moisturizes, maintains the protective acid mantle thanks to aloe vera and noticeably promotes skin regeneration.
Since sensitive skin is often not just limited to the facebut can also affect areas on the rest of the body, it is just as important to use the right care products. In addition to our set, I can therefore also recommend other products.
I highly recommend this wonderful oil. It supports the skin's natural regeneration and helps to rebuild and strengthen its protective barrier. As the skin's natural regeneration phase takes place at night, I recommend integrating Rosehip Seed Oil as the last step in your evening routine.
If you would like to use several of these products at the same time and save a little, I would like to recommend our "sensitive skin Set" to your heart. Here you will find everything your skin needs to strengthen it without irritating it.
Of course, aloe vera gel and spray are suitable for the face and body. However, if you would like to add richer care, especially in the winter months, the body lotion is a good choice. Our pure oils, especially the Almond Oilare good companions for sensitive skin.
I look forward to hearing from you! Take care.
