Sensitivity or inflammation? A differential approach in choosing professional care

Sensitive skin is a special type of skin that has “breaks” in the skin barrier, where aggressive agents and microorganisms that contribute to the development of skin diseases can easily penetrate. Dehydration and peeling are frequent companions of such skin. As a result of all these disorders, cells are under constant stress, and inflammatory processes are triggered.

What active ingredients should be included in cosmetics to restore sensitive skin?

Proteolytic enzymes – they have a wound-healing effect, and also remove excess accumulation of keratinocytes on the skin surface.

Hyaluronic acid – moisturizes, regenerates the skin, promotes rapid healing. Gels with hyaluronic acid have a viscous structure, so its deep penetration into the deep layers is difficult. Manufacturers solve this problem with the help of modern transport units (plant DNA) that bind a large molecule and transport it to the dermal layers of the skin. In this case, we can talk not only about deep skin regeneration, but also about deep hydration.

Growth factors - accelerate wound healing.

Zinc-containing drugs - also accelerate regeneration.

B vitamins - have a wound-healing effect, increase local immunity.

Plant-based substances (β-glucan, azulene, bisabolol, green tea, witch hazel, aloe, etc.) - have anti-inflammatory, soothing, antibacterial and antioxidant effects.

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