When choosing cosmetics for people with sensitive skin, keep the following in mind.
Select an item that has been tested for use
Select items that have been tested for use, such as patch-tested and allergy-tested, for sale. It is recommended to check it as it is written on the package. However, cosmetics that have been tested for use do not always suit sensitive skin, so it is better to perform a patch test again before using.
Thick texture
Thick textures are good for use and are recommended for people with sensitive skin. The thickening makes it difficult to rub the skin. If it is a smooth type, it may be irritating if your hands touch the skin directly, so it is better to avoid it.
Contains sunscreen
Cosmetics that use sunscreens moisturize the skin and at the same time protect it from UV rays. People with sensitive skin are more susceptible to UV rays, so it is important to take proper measures. On top of that, if you use sunscreen alone, you can protect against UV rays more strongly.
Ingredients to be added to cosmetics recommended for sensitive skin
Whitening active ingredient
You can deal with dark spots and dullness by using cosmetics that contain whitening active ingredients such as vitamin C derivatives, tranexamic acid, and placenta extract. Sensitive skin is more irritating to the skin than people with normal skin, so it is important to take measures against melanin with a whitening active ingredient.
amino acid
About 60-70% of the human body is made up of water and about 20% is made up of amino acids. Amino acids have a deep relationship with the skin, as about half of the natural moisturizing factors that keep the skin moisturized are composed of amino acids. Therefore, if you use cosmetics containing amino acids, you can supplement the barrier function and perform aging care while suppressing irritation to the skin.
Squalene
Squalene is an ingredient that supports the function of the sebaceous membrane that protects the skin from irritation. Sensitive skin may lack not only skin moisture but also sebum secretion. Even if you rehydrate, if you lack sebum, the water in your skin will evaporate, so it is important to support the function of sebum with squalane.
hyaluronic acid
Hyaluronic acid is a moisturizing ingredient that has the ability to retain a large amount of water in a small amount. Originally present on the skin, it decreases due to the effects of aging, dry air, and friction, causing dry and sensitive skin. Therefore, it is important to replenish with cosmetics containing hyaluronic acid.
What ingredients should sensitive skin be careful about?
Fragrance
Fragrances are used to add fragrance to cosmetics, but they can also be irritating to the skin. There are many different types of fragrances, so they are not always irritating to the skin, but you should avoid them as much as possible.
mineral oil
The image that mineral oil is derived from petroleum and has an adverse effect on the skin has been established, but now that the technology to remove impurities has been completed and there is no irritation to the skin, there is no need to worry excessively. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is difficult to judge what you feel irritation, so you should be careful.
alcohol
Alcohol is called “ethanol” and is added for the purpose of improving antiseptic effect and stability. If used by people with sensitive skin, it may cause problems such as dryness and irritation of the skin, so it is best to avoid it as much as possible.
Protein-derived ingredients
Protein-derived ingredients can cause allergies. People with sensitive skin are more likely to have allergic symptoms than people with normal skin due to the reduced barrier function, so it is better to avoid them.
summary
For aging care for sensitive skin, it is important to use alcohol-free cosmetics that contain moisturizing and whitening active ingredients. Continue aging care while avoiding skin irritation as much as possible. People with sensitive skin have a lower barrier function than people with normal skin, so further care is important.
