5 ways to manage sensitive skin
Many of us battle sensitive, dry or eczema-prone skin. While it can be tricky to manage, some lifestyle tweaks may provide effective relief.
Our skin is our largest organ, responsible for wrapping our whole body, acting as the first line of defence against infection, keeping us cool and providing key information regarding pain and pleasure – that’s why it’s so important to take care of your skin.
Whether presenting as sensitivity, dryness or itchiness, skin issues are incredibly common.
Overall, 60 to 70 per cent of women and 50 to 60 per cent of men report having some degree of sensitive skin, and nearly three million Australians are impacted by eczema.
The good news is simple lifestyle changes can make a world of difference in calming dry, irritated skin.
Here are 5 strategies to try
#1: Have lukewarm, not hot, showers
Hot water can dry out, irritate and damage the most outer layer of skin.
Lukewarm water, on the other hand, can help add moisture to your skin – just be sure to apply a moisturiser soon after patting the skin dry.
#2: Identify and avoid irritants
Soaps, fragrances and woollen or prickly fabrics are just some of the things that can be a trigger for dry or sensitive skin.
When you know what’s irritating your skin, you can better avoid the cause and reduce instances of dryness, redness or itching.
#3: Use a soap-free body wash
Many soaps can strip moisture from your skin.
Avoid soap where possible.
Soap-free cleansers are best for sensitive skin and help maintain the skin’s moisture and preserve the skin barrier.
#4: Moisturise your skin
Moisturising the skin helps retain moisture and restores the skin’s protective barrier.
#5: Look for ingredients that nourish sensitive skin
DermaVeen products contain a 100 per cent natural ingredient made from finely milled oats, called OatActiv+.
Oats are a centuries-old topical treatment for skin sensitivities, and OatActiv+ acts as a natural skin shield that works in six ways:
- Hydrates skin
- Prevents skin moisture loss
- Soothes skin prone to itch
- Protects the skin barrier
- Balances the skin’s normal pH levels
- Supports skin barrier repair and restoration
Soothe dry, sensitive skin in two easy steps with DermaVeen’s Daily Nourish Soap-Free Wash and Moisturising Lotion.
Step one:
Start by applying DermaVeen Daily Nourish Soap-Free Wash on to a wet puff, wash cloth or hand.
Massage into your skin and rinse well.
Step two:
Liberally apply DermaVeen Daily Nourish Moisturising Lotion morning and evening, gently massaging it into the skin.
The gentle two-step regime is clinically proven to instantly increase hydration, lasting up to 48 hours.1
The products have also been dermatologically tested for sensitive skin, are hypoallergenic and free from fragrances, parabens, lanolin, artificial colours and dyes, and alcohol.
*This post is brought to you to you by DermaVeen Daily Nourish Soap-Free Wash and Moisturising Lotion.
1 Within 15 minutes. Based on an instrumental test, 2023
