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Skin Care Product Recommendations for Sensitive Skin
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A curated collection of gentle, dermatologist-approved products designed for reactive and sensitive skin.
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Cleansers
 
Serums
 
Exfoliants
 
Moisturizers
 
Sunscreens
 
Other

Cleansers

Favorite Cleansers that will clean without stripping or irritating you.
 
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Great for double cleansing at night if wearing makeup or sunscreen!
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Cleanser & Makeup Remover
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Less ingredients=less irritation!
Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin
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Has your skins natural pH! Also LOVE the lather.
ETUDE SoonJung 5.5 Foam Cleanser
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Super soothing and great for oil!
HARUHARU Black Rice Moisture 5.5 Cleansing Gel
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Serums

Serums are good for so many things and these will help your irritated skin!
 
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The 10% azelaic acid targets breakouts and dark spots, while hyaluronic acid keeps skin hydrated.
Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Serum
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It’s so lightweight and really helps restore the hydration in my face!
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
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Such a great barrier repair serum!
IUNIK Beta-Glucan Deep Moisture Serum
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Exfoliants

Exfoliants can be dangerous with sensitive skin. These ones are gentle enough where they will not make irritation worse.
 
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If you would rather gentle exfoliation while applying azelaic acid, these pads are for you!
Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Pads
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Such a gentle exfoliate with BHA/ Salicylic Acid.
PanOxyl Clarifying Exfoliant with 2% Salicylic Acid
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You’ve probably seen the hype round this lately, and I’ll tell you it’s for good reason. These pads are sooo soothing and great for exfoliating without irritation.
House of Hur Clearing Skin Prep Essence Pads
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Moisturizers

Sensitive skin absolutely LOVES moisture. These soothing options are for you.
 
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Lightweight gel moisturizer that calms sensitive skin and redness!
PURITO Oat In Calming Gel Cream
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Packed with hyaluronic acid and ceramides which are designed to hydrate and repair your skins barrier!
Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid and Ceramides
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Great for a compromised skin barrier and post acne marks!
Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream
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Sunscreens

SPF that won’t irritate your skin.
 
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Perfect for sensitive or acne-prone skin. It’s lightweight, blends in easily, and doesn’t leave a heavy or greasy feel.
EltaMD UV Daily Face Sunscreen Moisturizer SPF
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Highly rated for a reason! Super lightweight and blends well.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum UV SPF50
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Silicone free lightweight option.
DRMTLGY Broad Spectrum SPF 45 Sunscreen with Hyaluronic Acid
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Other

Other things I can’t categorize😅
 
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Soooo soft and reduces the redness you have after drying your face.
Clean Skin Club Blemish Control Disposable Face Towels
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The silk takes away the friction from regular sheets that can irritate your skin and even cause hair breakage.
BEDELITE Satin Sheets 4-Piece Set
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