Most Important Factors To Consider If One Has Sensitive Skin

Having sensitive skin can make it difficult to find products, like make-up or lotions that are non-irritating. Using simple household cleaning products or laundry detergents can cause your sensitive skin to react is the most uncomfortable and often embarrassing ways.

Factors that Cause Sensitive Skin

• Immune system dysfunction such as eczema, rosacea or contact dermatitis.


• Injured skin that cannot protect nerve endings.


• Overexposure to environmental factors such as sun, wind, heat or cold.


• Age and genetics.

Factors to Consider When Purchasing Skin Care Products

• Look for products with few ingredients.


• Choose products that are fragrance free.


• Do not purchase products containing methylparaben or butylparaben as a preservative.


• Avoid antibacterial ingredients.


• Stay away from products containing alcohol or alpha-hydroxy acids.

Factors to Consider When Purchasing Cosmetics

• Use a silicone-based foundation.


• Use a pencil eyeliner and eyebrow filler. Liquid can contain latex which is a known skin irritant.


• Choose a face powder with no or few preservatives.


• Black mascara and eyeliner are the lest irritating of all the colors.


• Earth-toned eye shadows seem to be less irritating than colored eye shadows.

Factors to Consider When Housecleaning

• Use gloves and wear long sleeves to protect your skin from coming in contact with cleaners.


• Use only fragrance and dye-free laundry detergent.


• Do not use dryer sheets unless they specifically state they are hypoallergenic.