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Skincare Routine for Sensitive Skin Sufferers

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Products approved by a medical aesthetician for any kind of sensitive skin
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Choose a Cleanser

Choose a cleanser that is effective yet doesn't irritate the skin

 
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A foaming cleanser for sensitive skin that leaves skin feeling hydrated instead of stripped
Curel Foaming Facial Wash | Cleanser for Dry, Sensitive Skin
 
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Effective and gentle cleanser for all types of sensitive skin
PCA Gentle Foaming Facial Wash
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Ceramide-infused cleanser to keep sensitive skin hydrated after cleansing
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Facial Cleanser
 
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An oil cleanser that is gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin types but still effective at removing makeup, dirt, oil etc
Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil
 
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Gentle and effective face cleanser - perfect for super sensitive skin for $8-$12
Vanicream™ Gentle Facial Cleanser for Sensitive Skin
 
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This cleanser leverages innovative micellar technology for gentle makeup removal & deep cleansing, maintaining skin's natural pH. Enriched with amino acids and omega 3-6, it's suitable for sensitive skin. The oil-to-milk formula offers a luxuriou...
Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Cleansing Oil
 
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Infused with effective ingredients to help soften and remove impurities. This airy foam feels lightweight on skin, prepping it for further skin care products
Shiseido Complete Cleansing Microfoam - 180 mL - Light, Instant Foaming Cleanser

Choose a Calming Toner

A toner is not necessary but I do highly recommend one full of soothing & hydrating ingredients. The thin nature of a toner penetrates the skin more readily 

 
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Soothes and hydrates sensitive skin, reducing redness and irritation. Lightweight and gentle enough for daily use on the face or body, it leaves skin refreshed and balanced. Perfect for all skin types!
Mario Badescu Repairing HOCl Facial Spray with Hypochlorous Acid
 
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Your skin's new drink of choice, this nourishing milky toner essence instantly drenches skin in hydration as it comforts and calms visible signs of redness. Flooded with ceramides to strengthen your skin barrier, as well as other calming and soothing...
Farmacy Hydrating Essence - Hydrating Honey Milk Toner + Facial Essence to Soothe
 
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Concentrated in vitamin B3, soothes, smoothes, and hydrates for 24 hours straight. Skin is softened and ready to receive skincare and soak up ingredients.
SVR B3 Hydra Essence Toner - 2% Vitamin B3 & Hyaluronic Acid

Choose a Gentle Exfoliant

 
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Even the most sensitive skin needs exfoliation. The combo of mandelic + lactic gently exfoliates dead skin cells but also helps to main
Paula’s Choice 6% Mandelic Acid + 2% Lactic Acid Exfoliant
 
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Gentle yet effective serum to exfoliate skin with a combination of five different ingredients
Honey Glow 17% AHA + BHA Resurfacing Acid Serum
 
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Vitamin C is essential for keeping skin youthful and bright
Lucent-C Vitamin C Serum 15% - Prequel
 
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A daily treatment pad that contains just the right amount of Lactic and Glycolic Acids to safely and effectively help exfoliate, tone and brighten all skin types – including sensitive
First Aid Beauty - Facial Radiance Pads
 
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Clinically proven to improve pore size, smooth facial skin, and leave the complexion looking radiant and youthful.
Kate Somerville Liquid ExfoliKate
 
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Gentle Exfoliation & Radiance Boost – 2% PHA combined with calming BHA delicately exfoliates skin, refines pores, and enhances clarity for visibly smoother, more radiant skin.
Aqua Bomb PHA Exfoliating Toner Pads - belif
 
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Formulated with Green Tea-derived Enzyme, Vitamin C, tangerine peel extract, and hyaluronic acid that provide double-duty brightening + exfoliation for a more even-toned, refined complexion.
innisfree Green Tea Enzyme Vitamin C Serum
 
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A naturally derived retinol alternative serum that helps smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while sealing in hydration for soft, supple skin
HERBIVORE Bakuchiol Retinol Alternative
 
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Upon contact with water this powder polishes skin to perfection to help balance uneven skin tones, while calming your skin. Removes dulling surface debris and evens skin tone to reveal brighter, smoother skin. Gentle enough for daily use.
Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant, Exfoliating Face Wash Scrub Powder
 
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0.5% Tri-Retinoid Comfort Complex delivers three types of retinoids (0.25% retinol, 0.125% retinal encapsulated, 0.125% granactive retinoid) at different speeds to delivers powerful results with increased comfort. Aloe provides light hydration to pre...
Cocokind Beginner Retinol Gel 0.1%

Choose a Soothing Serum

Choose a serum to reduce redness and soothe irritated skin

 
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A blend of azelaic acid and hyaluronic to reduce redness and keep the skin hydrated.
Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum
 
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A sensitive skin-friendly spot fading serum combines the power of 1% alpha arbutin with chlorophyll, licorice root, and panthenol to reduce the look of discoloration, offset redness, and boost radiance.
Cocokind Chlorophyll Discoloration Serum
 
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Boosts Radiance - Gives the skin a healthy and radiant glow. Reduces Redness - Improves red, irritated, and dull skin Replenishes Moisture - Increases moisture levels with one use
COSRX Propolis Ampoule, Glow Boosting Serum for Face
 
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helps to calm, restore and defend sensitized skin. Eases sensitization and helps to defend against future assaults. Interrupts inflammatory triggers to prevent flare-ups, calm, and soothe skin. Great for non-invasive procedures.
Dermalogica Ultracalming Serum Concentrate

Choose an Eye Product

 
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An eye product for those with very sensitive eyes
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Eye Cream
 
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The patented ionized water acts like a magnet to quickly surround and lift away eye makeup, including waterproof mascara, without the need for rinsing
OPTASE LIFE Sensitive Eye Makeup Remover
 
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Deeply replenishes skin for 48 hours: Targeted eye serum rehydrates to smooth the look of fine lines caused by dryness and improves the quality of sensitive skin over time
CETAPHIL Deep Hydration Refreshing Eye Serum

Choose a Moisturizer

A moisturizer will not only hydrate sensitive skin but will also protect the natural barrier

 
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A daily light moisturizer to help soothe sensitive skin woes
Honest Beauty Sensitive Skin Daily Moisturizer
 
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Face + body moisturizer that hydrates and relieves redness within 24 hours
Physiogel | Calming Relief Redness Relieving Cream
 
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An anti-aging night cream that is made for the most sensitive skin types
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermallergo Night Moisturizer
 
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A moisturizer to help soothe, hydrate and reduce chronic redness
Bioderma Sensibio AR Cream
 
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Dermatologist-designed to be suitable for all skin types, even dry, sensitive, and breakout-prone skin. Helps support skin barrier function for an ultra-dewy glow
Curology Hydro+ Gel Cream Moisturizer
 
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Formulated with color correcting green pigments, this face cream instantly reduces the appearance of visible facial redness. Provides color correction for redness while soothing and providing long lasting comfort for sensitive skin.
La Roche-Posay Toleriane Rosaliac AR Visible Redness Reducing Cream
 
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5 types of cica instantly soothes irritated skin without stickiness, leaving it refreshed and calm with a highly moisturizing texture.
Pyunkang Yul [PKY Calming Moisture Barrier Cream

Choose a SPF

Sensitive skin can be reactive to even sunscreen, here's approved SPF for reactive skin

 
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Face and body sunscreen spray for outdoor activities. Ultra-light sunscreen texture with lasting comfort, non-greasy finish. Formulated with Cell-Ox Shield antioxidant technology. Suitable for sensitive skin
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Ultra-Light Sunscreen Spray Lotion SPF 60 For Face & Body
 
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Clinically proven results for stronger, less sensitive skin. Also proven to alleviate issues associated with skin sensitivity. Helps to mask current redness white protecting skin from further damage.
EltaMD UV Skin Recovery | Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Face Sunscreen
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Olive-derived Squalane hydrates and conditions the skin and supports the skin’s natural barrier. Dermatologist recommended - Provides broad-spectrum SPF 40 coverage against UVA and UVB rays. Safe for sensitive skin, non-irritating, and free from benz...
Bask Suncare SPF 40 Daily Invisible Gel Face Sunscreen
 
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A powerful, semi-transparent lightweight sun protection with SPF 50 PA++++. With zinc oxide and calming botanicals, this mineral filter sunscreen supports healthy skin while targeting photoaging and environmental stressors
Skin Sun Barrier Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
 
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Offers a breathable, serum-like texture that blends into skin with no white cast, to provide high sun protection while keeping skin comfortable and refreshed all day.
First Aid Beauty - Hydrating Sunscreen Milk with Colloidal Oatmeal, Broad Spectrum SPF 45
 
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Provides invisible, mineral-based sun protection from harmful UVA/UVB rays leaving behind a glowing, dewy finish with no embarrassing white residue. Deeply moisturize and fight signs of aging while protecting your skin from the sun and free radicals ...
Eight Saints Chase the Sun Broad Spectrum SPF (30) Face Moisturizing Sunscreen