THE SENSITIVE SKIN GUIDE: WHAT, WHY & HOW TO AVOID A FLARE UP
Are you a sensitive skin sufferer? Then you’ll be all too familiar with the anxiety that winter weather can bring up. A flare-up could be just around the corner, causing that pesky discomfort, itching and low mood you want to avoid. But, not to fear! We’ve got the low-down on all things sensitive skin, from the causes and aggravators, to the role your skin barrier plays in keeping your skin feeling healthy and strong! Understanding your skin is the best way to keep it under control, so get learning…
WHAT CAUSES SKIN SENSITIVITY?
Sensitive skin is usually a symptom of another condition, like an allergy or skin concerns such as dermatitis and rosacea. Skin sensitivity occurs when the skin’s protective barrier is disturbed, allowing external stressors to enter into the skin’s outer layers and cause symptoms of irritation, itching or swelling. Common conditions like Eczema can leave the skin’s surface cracked, affecting your skin’s ability to protect you from germs or chemicals that cause irritation. This can leave your skin feeling sensitive to some products that may not affect other people. You may find that you flare up from a certain cosmetic product, like soap, moisturiser, or makeup that has harsh ingredients that can aggravate the skin.
WHY DOES MY SKIN BARRIER MATTER?
The microbiome is the tiny ecosystems of bacteria that inhabit our bodies, both inside and out, which play a critical role in our overall health. Good bacteria lives on the surface of your skin and protects you 24/7, promoting repair and keeping you safe from infection. When this good bacteria is overpowered by bad, it can lead to conditions like eczema, acne, and rosacea. Our microbiome relies on a careful balance of good bacteria that provides everything the skin requires to repair and maintain itself. However, when one type of bacteria is found lacking or another type becomes more abundant, this throws the system out of balance, which can lead to a wide range of common skin complaints.
HOW DO I AVOID A FLARE UP?
If your skin’s protective barrier is compromised, the first port of call is a natural prebiotic to feed the bacteria on the skin and get it back in tip-top shape. The Sorted Skin range is packed with prebiotic ingredients, as well as naturally-active essential oils and extracts to give your skin more of what it’s been craving. From dry, atopic skin and intimate discomfort, to reactive & red skin, the Sorted Skin range covers all bases for top-to-toe skin health, keeping your microbiome working hard against the unwanted external nasties.
When fed with natural, prebiotic ingredients, the microbiome - with its incredible protective and restorative qualities - will thrive and do the job that nature intended... care for your skin without the need for harsh chemicals and complicated formulas.
