Sensitive Skin Routine: Calm Redness & Irritation

If your skin freaks out at the slightest provocation, this routine is for you. The key? Keep it simple and stick to proven, gentle ingredients.

Ingredients to Look For

Centella Asiatica (Cica)

Ceramides

Oat extract

Aloe vera

Niacinamide (low percentages)

Ingredients to Avoid

Fragrance (even natural)

Essential oils

Alcohol denat

Harsh acids (high percentages)

Morning Routine (3 Steps Only!)

Step 1: Gentle Milky Cleanser

Avène Extremely Gentle Cleanser (£12 at Boots)

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser (£14.50 at Look Fantastic)

Step 2: Calming Serum

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast B5 Serum (£35 at Boots)

Cosrx Centella Blemish Ampule (£22 at Cult Beauty)

Step 3: Barrier Cream + SPF

Avène Tolerance Hydra-10 Cream (£20 at Boots)

Aveeno Calm + Restore Triple Oat Serum (£14.99 at Boots)

Then apply a mineral SPF - less likely to irritate:

La Roche-Posay Anthelios Mineral One (£28 at Look Fantastic)

Evening Routine

Step 1: Micellar Water or Milk Cleanser

Skip double cleansing if it irritates you:

Bioderma Sensibio H2O (£11 at Boots)

Step 2: Barrier Repair

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 (£15 at Boots) - cult classic!

Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Cream (£12.50 at Boots)

Calming SOS Products

For flare-ups, keep these on hand:

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Cream (£42 at Cult Beauty)

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream (£12 at Cult Beauty)

Less is more with sensitive skin. Stick to this routine for 4-6 weeks before adding anything new!