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Sensitive Skin Care: The Signs & Symptoms

Eminence Organics

This skin type frequently experiences unpleasant sensations like heat, stinging, burning and tingling from stimuli that wouldn’t typically cause such reactions in normal skin. An irritant sensitivity is something that irritates everyone’s skin and is independent of your immune system. “An

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Glow Up Now! Your Beginner's Guide to Skincare Routines

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Understanding Your Skin Type Before you can create an effective skincare routine, it's crucial to figure out your skin type. Knowing your skin type helps you choose products that will work best for you, minimizing the risk of irritation or breakouts. Oily Skin Oily skin tends to have a shiny appearance and enlarged pores.

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Truths and Myths About Cleansing and Acne

Aesthetics Exposed

Truth: Over -cleansing can strip the skin of its acid mantle, our natural occlusive barrier, leaving it dry and exposed to external irritants. The skin may also try to compensate for the oil that has been stripped away by secreting even more oil. This can start a vicious cycle of cleansing whenever the skin feels oily.

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A Skin Care Routine For Sensitive Skin

Eminence Organics

A Skin Care Routine For Sensitive Skin Are you dealing with sensitive skin? Sensitive skin is often genetic and can react to many different variables, from hormonal imbalances and poor diet to changes in the weather and specific chemicals or ingredients. You’re safe to apply with abandon.”

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When to Exfoliate After Waxing

Starpil Wax

Immediately after waxing, your skin is sensitive and vulnerable, and needs time to recover. Exfoliating too soon can irritate the skin, cause inflammation, and potentially lead to infection. Give your skin this crucial recovery time to calm down and heal. Never scrub aggressively, as this can damage your skin.

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Menopause Skin Itching: Causes, Relief, and How to Regain Comfort

Alison Bladh

This hormone is crucial for maintaining skin elasticity, moisture, and thickness. When oestrogen levels drop, your skin can become dry, thin, and more prone to irritation, leading to that maddening itch. Moreover, the nervous system can become more sensitive during menopause.

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Tried and True: 5 Myths and Truths About Cleansing and Acne

Aesthetics Exposed

Over-cleansing can strip the skin of its acid mantle, our natural occlusive barrier, leaving it dry and expose it to external irritants. The skin may also try to compensate for the oil that has been stripped away by secreting even more oil. This can start a vicious cycle of cleansing whenever the skin feels oily.