What causes sensitive skin 

The causes of sensitive skin vary. The reason, however, is always a compromised skin barrier function that encourages inflammation and irritation.

Possible triggers include natural substances such as latex-containing plant compounds, certain essential oils or alcohol in care products. Synthetic substances such as emulsifiers, anionic surfactants or fragrances can equally encourage sensitive skin.

Allergies, but also hormonal fluctuations or increased stress, can throw the skin off balance and cause sensitive skin.

How to recognise sensitive skin

• Prone to redness, itching or a feeling of tightness.
• Usually dry or also dehydrated.
• The skin is rarely oily.
• Reacts particularly strongly to external stimuli such as cold, heat or certain care products.

Care tips for sensitive skin   

1. As little "irritation potential" as possible. The skin first has to regenerate so that it can fulfil its natural protective function again. Until then, "less is more" is better for your skin.

2. Use gentle cleansing products that are free from alcohol and aggressive surfactants.

3. Use care products with as few ingredients as possible. That helps your skin process ingredients and rules out irritation potential.

4. Generally use fewer care products, but ones with anti-inflammatory and soothing ingredients such as light plant oils, pure hydrosols and hyaluronic acid.

5. If you would like to add strong actives such as vitamin C, retinol or AHA acids to your routine, introduce them step by step and bear in mind that with certain actives the skin reacts even more sensitively to UV radiation. SPF is essential. If your skin reacts, pause until it has recovered.