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How to Safely Test New Skincare Products on Sensitive Skin

How to Safely Test New Skincare Products on Sensitive Skin

If you have sensitive skin but want to try new skincare products, follow this proven patch-testing method recommended by dermatologists to minimize irritation risks.

Begin by applying the product to your inner arm—like the elbow crease—for a few days. No reaction? Move it under your ear for two days. Still clear? Introduce it to your face, starting once every other day and gradually building to your desired routine.