The Perfect Skincare Routine for Sensitive Skin

Irritation, redness and uneven skin tone are all symptoms of sensitive skin. To manage flare-ups and to keep skin calm, clear and balanced, it’s essential to establish a consistent and effective skincare routine.

Those with sensitive skin are prone to redness, facial flushing and itchiness, and can also be more vulnerable to allergies. There are two forms of skin sensitivity:

Sensitive skin can be an inherited genetic condition. It usually occurs in fair skin (people with northern European ancestry), which has less pigmentation and a thinner epidermal layer.

Skin sensitivity can develop because of various cosmetics, environmental aggressors or a poor diet.

If you experience sensitive skin, the fewer products you use, the better. Instead, focus on three key aspects of your skincare routine:

• Use gentle products that are compatible with sensitive skin
• Apply plenty of hydrating skincare
• Keep it simple, using fewer products to avoid stressed skin

Once the skin has calmed a little, then you can introduce additional products to help nourish the skin, as well as any targeted treatments for other skin concerns.

1. Cleanse with a gentle face wash

It’s important to regularly wash away the build-up of dirt and impurities on your skin, in order to prevent congested pores and irritation. Wash your face with a gentle cleanser that won’t strip skin of its natural oils.

We recommend Grace Gentle Cream Cleanser & Makeup Remover. Dermatologically approved for sensitive skin, its blissfully creamy formulation includes antioxidant-rich Vinanza® Oxifend, nutrient-rich avocado oil and marigold bloom to gently yet effectively cleanse, freshen and soften your skin.

Top Tip: In the evening, we suggest double cleansing by using an oil-based cleanser before a face wash to effectively remove SPF and makeup. The Grapeseed Butter Cleanser blends nourishing cacao butter with soothing olive and harakeke oils, as well as lavender and blue chamomile to help calm, refresh and cleanse sensitive skin.

2. Soothe with a hydrating toner

To rebalance your skin after cleansing , sweep a gentle toner over your complexion to soothe and hydrate it.

We suggest using the Ananda H₂O Ultra-Hydrating Calming Mist. Dermatologically approved for sensitive skin, it blends aloe vera and marshmallow to soothe stressed complexions. Antioxidant-rich raspberry seed and mamaku black fern also help to hydrate, soften and revitalise.

3. Moisturise with a protective cream

When creating the perfect skincare routine for sensitive skin, opt for a moisturiser that protects against environmental aggressors and provides deep hydration.

We recommend the Rejoice Light Facial Day Cream :

• Organic avocado oil helps to create a healthy, plumped-looking visage and diminish the appearance of fine lines
• Manuka flower oil, renowned for its revitalising benefits, promotes a blemish-free complexion
• Essential fats help to transform tired and stressed skin

Top Tip: Take extra care to apply the Rejoice Light Facial Day Cream using light, upward strokes to your face, neck and decolletage.

The ultimate skincare routine for sensitive skin follows three simple steps: cleanse, tone and moisturise. Remember to opt for gentle, deeply hydrating products that shield your skin from irritating aggressors.