The Best Make Up For Sensitive Skin And How To Find Them

By Celia Hall


Having sensitive skin is when one is prone to itching, stinging, redness and irritation when using cosmetics and toiletries. More than fifty percent of people, mostly women, are said to be affected by this condition. For those people with this condition, finding make up for sensitive skin is not as easy for those without it. Here are some tips for an easier search.

Hypoallergenic products are free of ingredients that can cause irritation. Anyone who has a tendency to start itching after using cosmetics must make sure to use only products that are hypoallergenic. Lots of brands carry hypoallergenic cosmetic lines and one must be able to find a brand she can trust.

It is important for cosmetics to have an expiry date. Without an expiry date, most people will think that these can be used for a long time. Make up must not be used for over a year. When used for too long, there tends to be a buildup of germs on them, which would be harmful for your face. Moreover, make up paraphernalia must be washed with soapy water at least once a week.

Substances placed on the skin are very easily absorbed by the body. It is important to do some research to find out which substances are safe to apply and which are not, especially for those with a sensitivity. Some common ingredients that cause irritation are Benzoyl Peroxide, Salicylic Acid, Boric Acid and many more.

When a product has less ingredients, there will also be less chances that the user will get an undesired reaction. Thus when a product contains ingredients that it can do without, it's always better to just go without them. For this reason, fragrance-free products are better than its fragrant alternative especially for those with sensitivities.

Certain chemical sunscreen ingredients are also common irritants. Sensitive skin does best with sunscreens that contain such ingredients as zinc oxide or titanium dioxide. Ingredients such as these are called physical UV blockers. Examples of the chemical ingredients that may cause irritation are Oxybenzone and Para-Aminobenzoic Acid, or PABA.

Before purchasing or using any type of cosmetics, it is always important to do a patch test behind your ear or on the inside of your elbow. If any redness or itchiness occurs in either of those areas, then you can be sure that the same will happen to the rest of your face. If there is no change to the area after applying the make up, then the product is most probably safe to use for the rest of your face.

One must not find herself caught up in the marketing stints of a product. Just because it says on the label that a product is hypoallergenic or fragrance-free does not mean that one will not get an undesired reaction to the product. The best way to know which product is safest would be to read the ingredient list.

Before starting the use of any product, it is always best to consult with a dermatologist or any other skin care expert. Some brands are preferred by dermatologists, and they will be able to tell you which make up for sensitive skin is best when you consult with them. Some may also consult with an allergist as most irritations are usually due to an allergy to a certain substance.




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