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Sensitive Skin
Many people describe their skin as sensitive, but what does “sensitive skin” really mean? It probably means something a little different for each of us. Most people who have sensitive skin complain of stinging, tightness, itching or burning sensations. In many ways, sensitive skin is very similar to dry skin. Sun damage or skin conditions, such as rosacea, eczema or allergic-type skin (atopic dermatitis), can cause the skin to feel extra-sensitive. Many people of color have extra-sensitive skin which require extra-gentle care, especially when treating specific skin conditions, such as blemishes. Skin can also become more sensitive in the winter when subjected to cold, dry air and windy conditions.
The discomfort of sensitive skin may be most obvious after using
a particular skin product. Some cleansing products can be drying
and irritating to people with sensitive skin. That’s because
many cleansers contain detergent-like substances that can deplete
your skin of its natural oils. The dryer your skin gets, the more
it may hurt. But even some ingredients in products designed to moisturize
skin can set off a reaction in sensitive skin. For this reason,
it’s important to choose the right products that are formulated
especially for sensitive skin. Such products have been extensively
tested and contain ingredients that are very mild and gentle. Many
are fragrance-free and allergy tested to assure that they are safe
for use on skin.
AVEENO® has incorporated some of these ACTIVE NATURALS®
that are specially formulated to meet the needs of people with sensitive
skin.
AVEENO® Ultra-Calming Daily Moisturizer, containing naturally
calming Feverfew, is
clinically proven to calm sensitive skin in as little as one week.
* Draelos ZD. Is the product designed for sensitive skin? Cosmetic Dermatology 2002;15:71-78.
