Living with sensitive skin can be a big pain at times; your skin might flare up without much warning, and you’ll then have to deal with annoying red patches and spots. It’s not exactly the prettiest thing to have on your face and it can really knock your confidence. What’s more, annoying is when things that should be good for our face, such as cleansing and exfoliating can cause it to flare up.

There’s no need to despair over your sensitive skin too much though, there are a few ways you can be gentler with it and end up with clear and soft skin. Read on to find out about some great beauty know-how for sensitive skin.

Read Ingredients On All Skincare Products

You will have already found some great skin products for your skin, these are probably ones that don’t aggravate your face too much. However, if you do ever need to buy a new product and you haven’t used it before then it’s really important that you read the full list of ingredients; you’ll then be able to stay away from products that have any potential irritants in them. For example people with sensitive skin will be better off staying away from any fragrances and harsh chemicals.

Moisturize Regularly

It’s also necessary to moisturise your skin on a daily basis. This will lock in more water to your skin which can help soothe any flare ups. All of that moisture will also prevent the skin from drying out and becoming irritated. If your skin ends up red and sore after using your current moisturiser you might be using the wrong kind for your skin. Work out your skin type so that you can find the best type of moisturiser for you.

It makes sense that clean skin will be less irritable but did you know that if you cleanse sensitive skin too often it can actually be bad for it? That’s because cleansing can actually be quite harsh on the skin, especially if you are using a strong cleanser. Firstly, you need to make sure that you are using a cleansing product that is gentle enough for your skin, then once you are happy with it you should try to stick to just one cleanse a day.

Find Effective Breakout Treatments

Most people with sensitive skin regularly suffer from spots, breakouts, or acne. Once you start to get on top of these problems you should find that your skin starts to get less sensitive. It can take a bit of trial and error to find the best treatment for your acne breakouts, as we all have such different skin. It’s really worth trying different solutions to figure out which one works best for you. Differin is an acne treatment gel that will work well for some people, other people might find that their skin reacts better to different ointments and creams. If you ever get confused or have questions about your acne treatment, it’s worth speaking to your doctor or pharmacist.

Protect Skin From The Sun

Excess exposure to the sun will make sensitive skin much worse. Generally speaking, it is highly advisable to wear a sunscreen with a high SPF every day, even on days when the weather is bad and very cloudy. You may not be able to see the sun but its rays will still be in the atmosphere and they will still affect your skin. So, be sure to add some SPF to your skincare routine even on dull days. On very sunny days you should seek out as much shade as possible so that your skin isn’t in direct sunlight too much. It could still make your skin sore even if you are wearing a good SPF.

Make Your Own Face Masks

Face masks are great for any type of skin. They can add a lot more moisture and will really soothe any irritation. However, some that you can buy from beauty shops can contain harsh chemicals which could cause sensitive skin to flare up. To prevent this from happening you might want to start making your own homemade masks. Ingredients like oats and natural yoghurt can be very soothing on the skin and help keep breakouts down to a minimum. If you search online you’ll find lots of great DIY recipes.

Use Gentle Exfoliators

Exfoliating can be quite harsh for sensitive skin so it’s best to limit this as much as you can. If you do need to exfoliate then you should make sure you use gentle exfoliators that are made with natural ingredients.

Hopefully, these tips help calm down your sensitive skin!