1/ Keep your home temperature moderate (18°C is ideal) to prevent thermal shocks when stepping outside—highly sensitive skin hates sudden changes. The same goes for summer air conditioning. Layer up with gloves, a scarf, and hat before heading out to ease the transition.
2/ If smokers are around, politely direct them to the balcony—secondhand smoke irritates reactive skin.
3/ Skip harsh scrubs, which can aggravate sensitive skin. Introduce very gentle exfoliants only after sensitivity subsides. Avoid scrubbing masks, at-home peels, or microdermabrasion altogether.
4/ Use essential oils cautiously due to their potency. Opt for soothing blends formulated for reactive skin, like Decléor's Aromessence Rose d'Orient Soothing Serum or Darphin's Chamomile Aroma Care, if you enjoy their scent and texture.
5/ Steer clear of spicy foods (which boost circulation and cause flushing), cigarettes, and alcohol.
6/ Avoid hydroalcoholic gels and lotions, which can dry out and irritate delicate skin.
7/ Perfume often contains drying alcohol—spritz it on clothes instead of directly on your neck or skin.
