Dr Organic

Sensitive skin is a common problem which usually means your skin is easily irritated by products or environmental factors.

 

You may notice redness, dryness and your skin may develop a bumpy rash when it’s exposed to a trigger.

 

Your skin might also be more prone to breakouts and sunburn compared to people without sensitive skin.

Your skincare routine should start with the lightest formulas followed by the heavier creams.

 

That means your serum, which will generally be a thin formula, should go on before your moisturiser, which will be thicker.

 

This is so the active ingredients in the serum can penetrate your skin and you can reap all the benefits.

A good facial cleanser will usually be enough to remove your makeup, as long as you’re massaging it into your skin properly and rinsing thoroughly.

 

To remove your eye makeup, however, you should use an eye makeup remover or micellar water that is safe for use around your eyes.

If you’ve got normal / combination skin, you’ll need a balancing moisturiser that will hydrate those dry spots without worsening your oiler areas.

 

If you’ve got oily or acne-prone skin, look for an oil-free, water-based moisturiser or one that’s non-comedogenic so it won’t block your pores - this way, your skin will be left feeling soft and supple, but shine and blemish free.

 

If your skin is dry, you’ll need a rich cream or emollient that’s designed to lock in moisture.