You have sensitive skin? Check if you are making these 5 mistakes!

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Sensitive skin is a problem that affects many people – both men and women. It is characterized by a tendency to irritation and redness, dryness, as well as hyper-reactivity to external factors: temperature, wind and sunshine. Symptoms? Redness, burning, itching, dryness or tightening sensation. Importantly, many people with sensitive skin do not realize that their daily skin care can exacerbate symptoms, instead of alleviating them. Therefore, it is crucial to use the right products and avoid mistakes that can weaken the skin barrier.

Learn the 5 most common mistakes you may be unknowingly making and how to effectively eliminate them to restore skin comfort!

the 5 most common mistakes in sensitive skin care

1. Excessive skin exfoliation

Exfoliation removes dead skin and can give the skin a radiant appearance, but too frequent exfoliation in case of sensitive skin, may irritate it. The skin needs time to regenerate, and aggressive or too-frequent peeling can disrupt its hydrolipidic barrier, leading to irritation and even micro-damage.

Expert tip: Reach for a gentle scrub, like a np. moisturizing and brightening gel face scrub with lactic acid 10%, tranexamic acid 2.5% and ectoin 1% GLASS SKIN POWER PEEL – thanks to the high concentration of lactic acid, removes dead skin cells, refreshing the complexion and promoting its hydration.

2. Use of aggressive detergents

Popular facial cleansing and toning products containing SLS, SLES or ethyl alcohol can cause dryness, burning, and tight skin feeling. Aggressive ingredients disrupt the natural pH of the skin, upsetting its balance.

Expert Tip: Choose mild and gentle products, np. gels and emulsions sLS-free and alcohol-free toners – products that naturally cleanse the skin without compromising its protective barrier.

3. No sun protection

This is another of the most common mistakes! UV radiation is one of the main factors accelerating skin aging and causing skin hyper-reactivity. In people with sensitive skin, it can lead to redness, hyperpigmentation and accelerated skin aging. SPF protection should be applied daily, regardless of the season.

Expert Tip: Choose a light cream with a high SPF, np. broad-spectrum lightweight anti-photo-aging moisturizing and soothing cream SPF 50+, UVA, UVB, PA++++, HEV/IR BUT FIRST SUNSCREEN – not only protects, but also cares for sensitive skin, thanks to active ingredients such as: natural complex of Asian basil, spotted thistle and green algae, which soothes irritation and reduces redness.

4. Using the wrong products

Glycolic acid, retinol, vitamin C – they sound great, but they are not always suitable for sensitive skin. Their excess can cause irritation, dryness and deterioration of the skin. Also, mixing too many active ingredients can cause allergic reactions and weaken the hydrolipidic barrier of the skin.

Expert Tip: Choose cosmetics consciously. Opt for minimalism – it's quality that counts, not quantity. Choose products that regenerate and strengthen the protective barrier, such as: regenerating and rebuilding cream with ceramides NP, AP and EOP, cholesterol and fatty acids CERAMIDE SKIN BARRIER and moisturizing and rebuilding tonic with ceramides and hyaluronic acid BUILD ME UP.

5. Frequent change of cosmetics

Sensitive skin doesn't like change. Frequent testing of novelties can end in irritation, rashes or allergic reactions. It will then be hard to pinpoint which product did the harm.

Expert Tip: Introduce new skin care products gradually – preferably one at a time, a few days apart. Carefully observe how your skin will react.

How to restore skin comfort?

Moisturization is key

The basis of sensitive skin care is intensive moisturization. Sensitive skin often loses water, so you need to take care of its hydration not only from the outside, but also from the inside. Opt for cosmetics with a rich composition that will promote hydration and rebuild the hydrolipid barrier, such as all day lightweight facial moisturizer SAY HI(DRATION) – thanks to the combination of proven ingredients with modern formulas, provides comprehensive care for all skin types – from sensitive, to combination and problematic skin types. Moisturizes, soothes and nourishes the skin while providing a matte-satin finish.

Moisturizing and rebuilding tonic with ceramides and hyaluronic acid BUILD ME UP is like a milky bandage – the power of ceramides, hyaluronic acid and natural ingredients rebuilds, moisturizes and nourishes the skin. Centella Asiatica extract soothes and relieves sensitive skin.

Repairing and soothing occlusive face cream DEAR SKIN, IT'S RICH CREAM will be the perfect last step of your evening care. Regenerates the hydrolipid barrier, soothes irritation and provides a feeling of comfort, eliminating dryness and roughness. Natural oils and antioxidants protect the skin from external factors, helping it regenerate while you sleep. In the same way, moreover, as regenerating and rebuilding cream with ceramides NP, AP and EOP, cholesterol and fatty acids CERAMIDE SKIN BARRIER dedicated to the care of dry, sensitive, dehydrated, irritated, acne-prone skin, as well as skin with visible signs of aging. Even after the first application, the skin is soothed and redness and irritation are reduced.

Soothing and regeneration

Use regenerative products to help rebuild the skin barrier, such as np. hydrating and repairing multi-molecular face serum with hyaluronic acid complex 15%, trehalose 3%, ceramide complex 2% and vitamin B12 HYDRA RECOVERY EXPERT and face cream for night with lipid protection "Second Skin" REPAIR BY NIGHT.

The most important active ingredients of HYDRA RECOVERY EXPERT

• Hyaluronic acid complex 15% – a unique combination of 5 hyaluronic acid molecules forming a three-dimensional mesh that provides multi-level hydration. The combination of the hyaluronic acid molecule with silicon, an element of life, increases the bioavailability of the molecule, allowing it to penetrate better and has a stimulating effect on the regenerative processes of the epidermis.
• Trehalose – a naturally occurring saccharide that exhibits moisturizing and anti-aging properties.
• Ceramide complex – has restorative properties that help replenish the skin's natural ceramides, thus strengthening its protective barrier.
• Vitamin B12 – supports the proper functioning of the hydrolipid barrier. Soothes and calms the skin, reduces redness and brightens a dull and stressed complexion.

The most important active ingredients REPAIR BY NIGHT

• GEMMOCALM® – active black currant extract, which soothes irritation and calms the skin.
• BIOPHILIC™ H | Second Skin – increases the effectiveness of active ingredients and maintains proper skin hydration.
• Grape seed oil – rich in nutrients, contains a high content of linoleic acid known for its non-comedogenic properties.

Sun protection

Don't forget the SPF! Regular use of products with SPF minimizes the risk of skin damage. BUT FIRST SUNSCREEN is a lightweight sunscreen that does not clog pores or cause irritation, and effectively protects sensitive skin from UVA and UVB rays.

Exfoliation

Use a mild scrub once a week. GLASS SKIN POWER PEEL is an excellent example of a product ideal for sensitive skin – it contains lactic acid in high concentration, ectoin, trehalose and panthenol, which gently exfoliate dead skin without the risk of micro-trauma, while increasing the level of skin hydration.

Even after the first application*

• 100% glass skin – smooth, shiny and silky soft skin
• 100% immediately hydrated skin
• 100% gently exfoliates the top layers of dead skin – zero dry skin!

*Percentage of subjects who confirmed the product's effect after 4 weeks of use as recommended. Effectiveness confirmed by an independent, specialized testing laboratory.

Tips from the expert

If you have sensitive skin, the key to making it comfortable and healthy is to avoid irritating ingredients and excessive experimentation. Take care of the hydrolipid barrier, reach for soothing, regenerating and protective cosmetics. Conscious care is the best way to keep your skin soothed, hydrated and radiant. Trust, your skin will thank you.

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