Sensitive Skin: Rebuild Tolerance, Reduce Reactivity
Stinging, burning and flushing often reflect a compromised barrier. We simplify, then carefully re-introduce actives.
Typical course
6–10 weeks
Downtime
None
Best for
Reactivity, stinging
What is sensitive skin?
Sensitivity may be innate or acquired from over-treating. Core strategy: barrier repair, then slow optimisation.
Common triggers & causes
- Over-exfoliation/retinoid misuse
- Fragrances/surfactants
- Temperature, stress
Treatments we may recommend
- LED + lipids/ceramides to restore comfort.
At-home support
- Short INCI lists; ceramides, cholesterol, fatty acids.
- SPF daily; re-introduce actives slowly.
