Sensitive skin is more prone to inflammation and allergic reactions to skin care products and makeup. In itself it is not a medical condition; however, it is often connected to rosacea, dermatitis, eczema and dehydrated skin.
WHAT IS SENSITIVE SKIN?Sensitive skin is more prone to inflammation and allergic reactions to skin care products and makeup. In itself it is not a medical condition; however, it is often connected to rosacea, dermatitis, eczema and dehydrated skin.
HOW TO TREAT IT?If you know that your skin is very sensitive, we recommend you see a dermatologist to rule out any skin conditions causing your sensitiveness. Make sure that your skin care routine products are formulated with gentle yet effective, natural and organic ingredients. Avoid products containing alcohol and synthetic fragrances - and be aware that certain essential oils may irritate your skin, so be aware of this if your skin reacts.
Follow the steps below in your woods_ routine. For ultra-sensitive skin follow steps 1-3 and instead of steps 4-5 finish the routine with our Vitamin Face Oil enhanced with pure, natural oils that soothe and nourish the skin. |
Consider only cleansing your skin in the evening, if your skin is sensitive. |
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Daily Routines – mornings and evenings
Use a gentle cleanser with soothing and hydrating ingredients that cleanses without drying out your skin and stripping it of its natural oils. Daily Foaming Cleanser is a carefully formulated and mild daily cleanser infused with organic cucumber and aloe vera to calm, cool and protect.
Avoid bar soaps and harsh scrubs.
Apply Vitamin E Serum. This nutrient enriched facial serum provides the skin with a boost of concentrated, natural vitamin E to help defend against free radicals from air pollution and sun exposure. Marine active antarcticine derived from the Antarctic targets the skin’s natural regeneration process, boosts collagen production and protects the skin from cold or harsh weather.
Apply Niacinamide Lifting Mist. Niacinamide is often referred to as a multi-tasking skincare superhero that can handle a big amount of skincare concerns. From barrier function to healing of troubled skin and stimulation of collagen production. The barrier function is important in sensitive skin because it is easily susceptible to irritation.
Apply Complex Eye Cream gently around the eye area. Made with line-smoothing and skin-tightening AGH and nourishing jojoba seed oil, it hydrates, brightens and reduces wrinkles and puffiness. AGH protects the delicate skin against external factors such as pollution and sun exposure.
Use a moisturizer with anti-inflammatory properties that matches your skin type. If you have oily skin, use a lightweight gel. If you have dry skin, use a cream.
Daily Hydra Cream is formulated to deliver instant and intense hydration with hyaluronic acid that works as a magnet for moisture. Natural sea buckthorn is rich in fatty acids, vitamins and omega 3,6, 9 and 7 that work to hydrate and reduce inflammation.
Daily Mineral Gel (women) is a water-based gel formulated to hydrate, reduce inflammation and protect skin from cellular damage caused by environmental factors. Packed with skin-enriching nutrients, it contains a potent combination of antioxidant cloudberry and blueberry oils that stimulate the production of collagen.
Use a moisturizer with anti-inflammatory properties that matches your skin type. If you have oily skin, use a lightweight gel. If you have dry skin, use a cream.
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Extra treatment - two - three times per week
Use a cleansing mask that reduces inflammation and blackheads and penetrate the skin’s deeper layers to effectively unclogs pores. Make sure your skin gets plenty of hydration afterwards. Deep Cleansing Mask is formulated with active ingredients to remove impurities, unclog pores and boost ceramide production. Bamboo charcoal is a powerful cleanser that draws out impurities from deep within the skin’s pores - AHA and BHA acids work to exfoliate dead skin cells and unclog pores and reveal brighter, fresher skin.
These steps should be added to your routine right after the first step: Cleansing the skin. Massage Deep Cleansing Scrub (women) or Energizing Scrub (men) onto cleansed skin and rinse well. Apply a thin layer of Deep Cleansing Mask avoiding the eye area. Leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse with warm water and apply Intense Hyaluronic Mask. Leave it on until fully absorbed. Finish the routine with the rest of your daily steps.
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