Sensitive skin therapy

What to do when the barrier and immune functions of the skin are weakened

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The skin is a complex organ that occupies a huge area and is completely dependent on the internal state of the body and the environment. The correct functioning of the skin, the feeling of comfort, depends on many processes that take place to maintain the integrity of all structural elements.

Ideal skin is an impeccable balance and harmonious interaction of its cells. Irritation of the skin indicates that its protective systems have not coped with toxic and foreign substances. This means that the barrier and immune functions of the skin are weakened.

As a rule, skin irritation indicates the destruction of the epidermal barrier. Therefore, in the care of sensitive skin, it is necessary to use cosmetics that are gentle. This is especially true for cleaning. Make-up removers should be mild, hypoallergenic and contain ingredients that restore the hydrolipid mantle.

In addition, it is necessary to select cosmetics that contain as few active ingredients as possible (many cosmetics contain a large list of active ingredients, some of which can cause a reaction). It is necessary to avoid cosmetics that contain dyes, alcohol, essential oils, alkalis. Some plant extracts can cause allergic reactions.

Increased sensitivity in problem skin

Skin sensitivity is common in clients with problem skin. By ineptly using aggressive cosmetics and engaging in self-medication, our patients often increase the sensitivity of their skin in this way, giving it a "disservice". Therefore, new problem skin care products containing innovative ingredients are entering the market.

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This article is part of the special project: Dry sensitive skin

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