Added: 12/02/2005 |
Sensitive skin features are dryness, delicacy, lightness, inclination to different allergic reactionsThere are different skin types with variable distinguishing features. And as we get older, we start to notice the changes in our skin appearance in response to environmental and way of life factors.
Generally five kinds of skin are known: normal, dry, oily, combined (or mixed) and sensitive one. Speaking about the last one it's impossible not to mention, that one of the peculiar sensitive skin features is its being easily irritated and damaged. Among other sensitive skin features there is reduced tolerance to wind, hit, cold, pollution, temperature changes, etc. But still doctors and medical experts have not completely agreed regarding what sensitive skin is and sensitive skin features are.
At the same time there are some common sensitive skin features which cannot be related to any other skin type. For example, so-called "overreactions" or allergic reactions to beauty products, skin tightening without any visible signs, extreme reactions to different physical stress to the skin (such as shaving).
The majority of people believe they have sensitive skin. But in reality about 46% of the world's population has this type of skin.
Most of the time sensitive skin is considered to be related to face, but some exceptions can also take place. Two reasons of sensitive skin are known: either environmental influence or genetic predisposition. If your skin is sensitive due to different mentioned environmental factors you will probably have itching, redness, swelling or dry irritation on your face.
It's worth mentioning there sensitive skin has "hands-up" for the following condition:
- allergic skin - sudden appearance of itchiness, swelling or redness with no visible reasons;
- altered skin - can appear due to shaving, heat or medications, waxing, wind, pollution and some specific factors including scar removal, chemical or laser peels;
- atopic skin - dry skin producing eczema;
- resacea skin - skin with enlarged blood vessels on the face (resulting in red and blotchy skin).
If you're not sure about of type of skin you have you should be aware of some factors which my cause resembling sensitive skin features, but at the same time this won't mean you have sensitive skin. For instance, a new pet at home, sudden physiological or emotional stress, mould or pollen spores wearing wool next to skin sometimes cause irritating and itching. But this doesn't mean you have sensitive skin type.
Sensitive skin is known to require more care than normal skin because irritation or rush can quickly develop. Anyway health experts advise to use only natural products. It is necessary to choose fragrance-free and hypoallergenic cosmetics, sunscreens and moisturizers. If you have strongly marked sensitive skin features medical experts advice to minimize the amount of make-up put on your face. The make up should be oil-free, non-comedogenic and water-based. Usually people with sensitive skin sunburn easily that's why it may essential to use definite sunscreens every day. Be aware not to overrush the face, try not to use exfoliants.
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