Sensitive skin can be painful, and it
is tough to find acne products that work. Within the sensitive skin type there
are 4 subtypes: acne, rosacea, burning and stinging, and contact dermatitis.
All sensitive skin types have one common factor: inflammation. It can be very
difficult to find the most appropriate facial products if you have sensitive
skin. This is because most products that are designed for sensitive skin do not
stipulate which subtype it is best suited for. If you feel that you may have
any form of sensitive skin it may be best to contact a dermatologist to get
their opinion on the type of products that work best with your skin.
Home Acne Treatment for Sensitive Skin
With sensitive skin you have to be very
careful not to use any type of harsh facial cleansers or products as these can
further irritate the skin. If you are unable to find a gentle acne product that
works for you, a homemade acne treatment may be your best bet. Below are
examples of homemade acne treatments. They are separated into 2 categories:
mild and powerful. For those with sensitive skin, it is best to start off with
a more mild acne treatment to determine how your skin will react.
Mild Acne Treatments:
Mild homemade acne treatments use
minimal ingredients to ensure that your skin does not become more irritated and
inflamed. One homemade remedy is to rub an ice cube around your face, This will
reduce inflammation and make acne less noticeable. Using a simple oatmeal mask
(ground oatmeal and water) also works well to soothe the skin.
Powerful Acne Treatments:
The homemade acne treatments that are
slightly more powerful are still less irritating to the skin than regular
facial products. A great way to spot treat acne is to apply the juice of ginger
directly to the infected area. This treatment does not work immediately. You
will begin to see results after a couple of days. Another great acne treatment
is to combine rosewater and lemon juice and apply directly to your face. After
several minutes rinse with water.
Best Acne Treatment for Sensitive Skin
Those with sensitive skin will need to
take extra precautions in order to reduce inflammation and prevent the
sensitive areas from worsening. If the inflammation gets worse, it is
acceptable to take a mild over-
The products with a base ingredient of
benzoyl peroxide are effective in reducing acne. However if you have sensitive
skin then it might be best for you to try salicylic acid based products rather
than benzoyl peroxide based products. Salicylic acid is a powerful treatment
that banishes blemishes but is gentle enough for dry and sensitive skin.
However you need to keep in mind that both benzoyl peroxide and salicyclic acid
are still have the possibility of causing side effects on sensitive skin.
The best way to eliminate and prevent
acne if you have sensitive skin is to use hypoallergenic products. The great
thing about hypoallergenic products is they do a great job cleansing and
moisturizing the skin without adding unneeded chemicals. Almost all facial
products can be found in hypoallergenic forms. It is best to apply the
hypoallergenic cleanser with your finger tips and rub in a gentle circular
motion. Toners and moisturizers can be used on a regular basis. It is best to
stop all products if your skin worsens and try one at a time to determine which
treatment was causing the increase in inflammation.
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