Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin. You, me, everybody. We all had days where our skin stings. We all had days where our skin burns. We all had days where our skin itches.
Its boxing day. And happy you are faced with an avalanche of presents. And lo and behold, many of which are skincare products. So the question is, how do you choose a skincare to use? Do you choose everything, or do you choose nothing? The skincare you select for your skin will determine how sensitive your skin becomes.
What is sensitive skin? How do I know if I have sensitive skin?
Basically, I will like to group it into subjective and objective measures.
Subjective: Let me share with you the SBI principle, which is stinging, burning and itching, which is a subjective sensation unique to yourself.
Objective: Easy flushing and blushing, skin reactions like bumps and lumps, these are objective measures of sensitive skin.
If you find that you experience these sensations commonly, then it’s time to see a dermatologist. Common triggers are the following.
Why do I get sensitive skin?
There are 2 main reasons for this. Let me explain.
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Who is prone to sensitive skin?
Is sensitive skin for life?
What are common factors triggering sensitive skin?
How can I treat sensitive skin?
Treatment is individualised.
First, we must understand the role of the skin.
Next we need to know what our skin is made of.
Your skin is like a brick wall.
Here is a simple analogy. Just imagine a brick wall. The bricks are your keratinocytes, and the mortar and cement, the lipids and peptides. As the layers of bricks increase, the wall is stronger, similarly, when your skin thickens, it gets stronger. Gold standard for skin renewal and antiageing is the retinoid. Your lipid and peptides lock in the moisture in your skin, keeping it supple and plump.
Moisturizers can help.
How to tell if a skincare product is suitable for my skin?
You may apply it behind your ear overnight. Do this for 5 days in a roll. If no irritation occurs, the product is generally safe on your skin. Remember, always start low and go slow.
How can I treat sensitive skin?
M: Moisturise, moisturise, moisturise (Moisturizers help your skin resist drying and abrasion)
A: Antioxidants
R: Retinoids (Gold standard for antiageing, reducing fine lines and wrinkles)
S: Sun protection
So be bold and beautiful. Making Raffles Place more beautiful, one face at a time.
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