If you love makeup and find peace and confidence in wearing one but the problem is it gives you breakouts, irritated skin and acne because of your skin being sensitive. Then, today we are here with……
Hacks to Follow: Makeup Tips if You Have Sensitive Itchy Skin
What is Sensitive Skin Type?
Sensitive skin type is the most reactive skin type as it shows reaction with more intensity and speed with factors like heat, sunlight, harsh chemicals, pollution, etc.
Sensitive skin type could be of oily type or dry type too. Sensitive skin type is not something of a medical term but more of like a lay term, also the exact reason behind a person having a sensitive skin is still not found. However, if put in a broad term, damaged and unhealthy skin barrier could be one of the reasons behind a person having a sensitive skin type.
There are many triggers for a skin to react sensitively or show irritation, redness and itchiness and even breakouts including UV radiation, Environmental factors, Certain ingredients, like fragrance, Aging, Medications, Hormonal changes, Cancer treatment, Smoking, etc.
Skincare Tips If You Have Sensitive Skin Type
Every skin type has its own unique skincare routine and precautions that need to be maintained in order to manage the skin needs and also to keep it healthy and good looking.
So, here are some special skincare tips to follow if you have a sensitive skin type:-
- Use gentle skincare products that have soothing ingredients like aloe vera, green tea extract, oat extract, Centella asiatica, shea butter, glycerine, etc.
- Avoid triggers like sunlight, harsh chemical products, pollution, dirt, etc.
- Avoid physical exfoliation methods.
- If chemical exfoliation is in your routine, do it for 2-3 times a month only.
- Use moisturizers and creams that are lightweight and are not oil based, to avoid clogged pores and breakouts.
Makeup Hacks for Sensitive, Irritated and Redness Prone Skin
Having a specific skincare routine aimed only for sensitive skin types can give you healthy and glow rich skin. However, if your makeup routine is wrong and not suitable for your skin type, then it can waste any skincare routine or even the effects of the best skincare products on the market. So, what a person with sensitive skin type needs to keep in mind is to have a makeup routine and makeup products the same way as they have planned for their skincare routine. Thus, these are some makeup hacks and tips to keep in mind if have a sensitive skin type:-
Choose the Right Products
With advancement in the cosmetics and makeup industry, there are now makeup products that are specifically designed for sensitive skin. So, always go for these products that are special for your skin type. Also, look for products that are fragrance-free, hypoallergenic, and dermatologically tested.With this, avoid products that have surfactants or parabens, as they can cause flare ups and irritation and also redness.
Cleanse Before Applying Makeup
Never apply makeup on your skin before cleaning your face with a gentle foaming cleanser and putting on a hydrating moisturizer. You should not directly apply makeup on your sensitive skin. It is best to layer sunscreen over the moisturizer before applying makeup.
The Products Should Be Non- Comedogenic
Some products are just heavy on skin, have oil based formulas and are thick in nature. If you have sensitive skin type, avoid any makeup products whether its foundation, primer, blush or concealer, that are of oil based and have thick consistency. These products are comedogenic and can clog pores and will make your skin more sensitive and worse.
Keep the Lips Hydrated
The skin of our lips is far more sensitive and thin than the skin of the rest of our face because the lips skin lacks epidermis layer and hydrolipidic film. So, they are more prone to damage and sensitivity to harsh chemicals and makeup products. Thus, in order to keep them nourished and soft, it is important to keep them hydrated and moisturized. Also, always use lip balm on your lips before applying lipstick or any other lip makeup product to minimize the damage and dryness because of the makeup.
Hygiene is the Most Important
First of all, never and just never borrow any makeup products from anyone, even if the other person also is of sensitive skin type. Your skin type is way prone to get skin infections and diseases and also allergies and borrowing makeup increases the risk of getting any skin in infection or allergies.
Secondly, putting makeup in the right way is important but at the same time, removing makeup and cleaning your face is equally important. If you have a sensitive skin type, avoid using coconut oils or any other oil to remove makeup and use mostly micellar water or makeup cleansing balms. Also, use gentle sponges to remove makeup and always make sure to double cleanse your skin before sleeping.
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