Sensitive Skin Care Guide

Sensitive Skin Care Guide

Dermatologist-Approved Solutions for Reactive Skin

Understanding Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin affects over 60% of people worldwide. It occurs when nerve endings in the top layer of skin become irritated, triggering inflammation responses. Key characteristics:

Physical Signs

  • Redness or blotchiness
  • Visible capillaries
  • Rough, uneven texture

Sensory Signs

  • Stinging or burning
  • Tightness after cleansing
  • Itching or discomfort

Dermatologist Insight: "Sensitive skin has a compromised barrier function, allowing irritants to penetrate more easily. Focus on repair rather than treatment."

Ideal Product Textures

Texture selection is crucial for sensitive skin. Use this viscosity guide:

Cleansers


Milky or Creamy
Low-foam formulas with pH 5.5-6.0

Toners


Hydrating Lotions
Alcohol-free with viscous consistency

Moisturizers


Rich Creams
High lipid content to repair barrier

Why Texture Matters:

Thin, watery formulas often contain penetration enhancers like alcohol that disrupt sensitive skin. Viscous creams with lipids create a protective barrier while delivering actives slowly.

Key Ingredients for Sensitive Skin

These clinically-proven ingredients repair without irritation:

C

Ceramides

Function: Rebuilds lipid barrier

Optimal %: 0.5-2%

Bobby Shay Match: Ceramide Recovery Cream

O

Oat Beta-Glucan

Function: Reduces inflammation

Clinical Benefit: Calms redness 42% faster

Bobby Shay Match: Barrier Relief Calming Toner

A

Allantoin

Function: Soothes irritation

Derived From: Comfrey root

Bobby Shay Match: Revitalize+ Hydrating Eye Cream

S

Squalane

Function: Lightweight moisture

Skin-Identical: Mimics natural lipids

Bobby Shay Match: Multi-Hyaluronic Plump Serum

Dermatologist-Recommended Routine

Morning Routine

  1. Cleanse: Splash with lukewarm water
  2. Tone: Barrier Relief Calming Toner Contains oat beta-glucan
  3. Treat: Multi-Hyaluronic Plump Serum Squalane-based hydration
  4. Protect: Ceramide Recovery Cream + SPF 30 Barrier repair + sun protection

Evening Routine

  1. Cleanse: Nourishing Cleansing Oil Gentle makeup removal
  2. Soak: Hydrating Red Tea Mask (2x/week) Calming antioxidants
  3. Repair: Ceramide Recovery Cream Overnight barrier repair

Clinical Application Tip:

"Apply products using the press and roll technique: dispense serum/cream onto fingertips, press onto skin, then roll fingers gently outward. Reduces friction irritation by 70%."

Application Order Guide

Apply products thinnest to thickest texture:

1. Toner
(Watery)
2. Serum
(Light)
3. Emulsion
(Medium)
4. Cream
(Rich)

Start with thinnest consistency at center, layer outward

Ingredients to Avoid

🚫 Fragrances

Top cause of contact dermatitis

🚫 Essential Oils

Natural ≠ non-irritating

🚫 Alcohol

Denat alcohol destroys barrier

🚫 Harsh Surfactants

SLS/SLES strip natural oils

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Individual results may vary. Products should be patch tested prior to full use. Disclaimer: This guide is for educational purposes only. Consult a dermatologist for personal medical advice.