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Sensitivity

Gentle and Soothing Skin Care Solutions for Sensitive Skin

Find soothing formulas designed to calm irritation, reduce redness, and protect your delicate complexion.

La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay Redermic R Retinol Eye Cream 0.5 fl oz

$49.99

This anti-aging pure retinol eye cream helps visibly reduce the look of crow's feet wrinkles and dark circles. This unique formula provides an instant visible lifting effect and is gentle enough for the sensitive eye area. Retinol eye cream visibly...

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La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay Pure Vitamin C Face Cream 1.35 fl oz

$54.99

Formerly Redermic-C This vitamin c face cream is a daily moisturizer that helps visibly plump and brighten skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This lightweight and hydrating formula with pure vitamin c and fragmented hyaluronic...

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EltaMD Oil-In-Gel Cleanser 3.4 fl oz
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EltaMD

EltaMD Oil-In-Gel Cleanser 3.4 fl oz

$35.00

Bonus: Free Oil-in-Gel Cleanser Deluxe Mini with purchase of full size. EltaMD Oil-in-Gel Cleanser combines the effectiveness of a traditional cleanser with the benefits of an oil cleanser. This transformative formula preserves the skin barrier while...

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PCA Skin Sensitive Skin Kit
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PCA Skin

PCA Skin Sensitive Skin Routine Kit

$219.00 $197.10

The exclusive PCA Skin Sensitive Routine Kit helps calm, hydrate, and balance sensitive skin types in three easy steps: cleanse, treat, and moisturize. Kit includes PCA Skin Creamy Cleanser, Hyaluronic Acid Boosting Serum, and ReBalance Moisturizer...

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Revision Gentle Foaming Cleanser  5 fl oz
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Revision

Revision Gentle Foaming Cleanser

$48.00

Skin is left smooth and soft with a rich, velvety soap-free foam that gently and effectively cleanses while also calming and moisturizing. Featured Product: read more about Gentle Foaming Cleanser here Gently and effectively removes make-up and...

Replenix

Replenix Antioxidant Hydrating Cleanser 6.7 fl oz

$42.00

(formerly known as REPLENIX Gentle Antioxidant Soothing Cleanser) ​REPLENIX Antioxidant Hydrating Cleanser is a dermatologist-developed deeply hydrating cleanser that gently cleanses and replenishes skin while helping to maintain skin’s...

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Lifeline ProPlus Advanced Recovery Complex 1.7 fl oz
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Lifeline Skin Care

Lifeline ProPlus Advanced Recovery Complex 1.7 fl oz

$125.00 $50.00

Lifeline ProPlus Advanced Recovery Complex contains peptides from stem cells that support collagen and elastin production, while utilizing B complex nutrients and antioxidants to support healthy cell metabolism and minimize free radical damage that helps...

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iS Clinical

iS CLINICAL Pure Care Collection

$99.00

iS CLINICAL products help support optimal skin recovery and decrease downtime for the compromised post-procedure skin. By immersing your skin in deep, nourishing hydration and helping support a protective barrier, your skin will feel soothed, invigorated...

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iS Clinical

iS CLINICAL Pro-Heal Serum Advance+

$158.00

Pro-Heal Serum Advance+ features our scientifically advanced L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C), combined with a superior form of Olive Leaf Extract and pure Vitamins E and A. This powerful formulation significantly increases antioxidant protection while...

iS Clinical

iS CLINICAL Hydra-Cool Serum

$99.00

Hydra-Cool Serum is formulated to rejuvenate, hydrate, and visibly soothe the skin. This refreshing, powerful, penetrating serum combines superior antioxidants with essential botanicals and bio-nutrients. Hydra-Cool Serum is designed for all skin types...

PCA Skin

PCA Skin Hydrating Serum 1 fl oz

$102.00

A serum containing a specialized blend of antioxidants and moisture-binding ingredients to leave skin soft, plump and hydrated. Provides hydration with a weightless finish Leaves skin soft, plump and hydrated Boosts moisture while decreasing...

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GlyMed Plus

GlyMed Plus Rosacea Relief 1.69 oz

$76.00

Rosacea Relief naturally and effectively reduces the appearance of Rosacea and other skin conditions that causes redness, flushing, and blushing without prescription drugs. Fortified with aescin, to reduce inflammation and repair vein walls to prevent...

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GlyMed Plus

GlyMed Plus Restoring Fulvic Elixir 1 oz

$64.00

formerly Skin Restoring Fulvic Elixir Fulvic acid is a critical nutrient and one of the most powerful antioxidants for skin health. Known for its antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties, this serum is a must. Easily...

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Obagi Sun Shield TINT Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Cool 3 fl oz
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Obagi

Obagi Sun Shield TINT Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Cool 3 fl oz

$54.00 $43.20

Obagi Sun Shield Tint Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Cool is a tinted broad spectrum sunscreen, providing both UVA and UVB protection. It is formulated to enhance the unique  underlying tones of cool complexions. Featured Product: Read More About Obagi Sun...

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Tuel

Tuel Calm Mini Deep Pore Cleansing Duo 2 x 0.5 fl oz

$36.00

Keep Calm and Cleanse On The answer to skin's dirty little secrets. This Cleansing Oil goes deep, bonding with your skin's natural oils to draw out more dirt, make-up and pollutants than a milk or gel cleanser ever could. Combined with our specially...

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EltaMD

EltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex 1.7 fl oz

$59.00

EltaMD Barrier Renewal Complex is an advanced moisturizer designed to strengthen and restore your skin's natural barrier. Infused with ceramides, cholesterol, and enzymes, it replenishes essential lipids while promoting healthy cell turnover. This...

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Tuel

Tuel Calm Soothing Essential Oil Blend 0.5 fl oz

$34.00

Relax, Unwind, Release Keep calm and carry on. Made with antioxidant-rich plant extracts and nothing else. This soothing blend of lavender, roman chamomile and geranium delivers a concentrated dose of vitamins and nutrients that help reduce inflammation,...

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By now we’ve all seen enough examples to know that two people can have very different experiences doing the same thing. You and your friend try out the hot new happy hour spot and the menu tastes fantastic to you but nasty to her. After happy hour you catch a show which your friend loves but to you, it’s an assault to your ears. Well, the same thing is true for skin – a product that works fantastically for someone else could leave your skin pink and angry. If that’s happening to you often, it could mean you have sensitive skin.

What is Sensitive Skin?

Sensitive skin is basically what it sounds like – your skin gets easily irritated or inflamed, or it breaks out in bumps and pustules. And we’re not talking about things that are irritants to almost everyone like poison ivy. Sensitive skin typically means your skin is reacting to things that aren’t irritating to most people, or that it’s reacting more strongly than normal to things that are usually just slightly irritating.

Why Do I Have Sensitive Skin?

Usually the answer to this is just the luck of the draw. Genetics play a role, and some people’s skin is just naturally more reactive than others. But your sensitivity could also be caused by an underlying skin condition like eczema or rosacea. Dry skin is more sensitive too because when skin is dry you don’t have as strong of a protective barrier, so dryness could cause sensitivity too.

Why is My Skin More Sensitive Some Days Than Others?

For some people, it’s easy to learn what will and won’t make their sensitive skin throw a tantrum. For others, though, it’s more inconsistent. You’re not losing your mind, it is entirely possible that that mask worked fine for you a few weeks ago but irritates your skin today, and there are several reasons why that might be.

As we mentioned, dryness makes your skin more sensitive. Anything that can make your skin drier – like dry air in the fall and winter, spending too much time in a hot shower, or slacking on your moisturizer – can also make your skin more sensitive. Another common reason for variation is that sometimes a reaction can happen when two triggers combine. For example, that skin mask might normally be fine on your skin. But today it happens to be really cold outside which is making your skin just slightly more irritated already, so when you add in the face mask, it’s enough to launch a full-scale reaction.

What Can I Do About My Sensitive Skin?

In some cases, you can actually make your skin less sensitive. If the sensitivity comes from an underlying skin condition, getting treatment for that condition from your dermatologist can get your condition more under control so it doesn’t create as much sensitivity. Building more hydration into your skin care routine can lower your sensitivity too if you have dry skin.

Other than these steps, though, it’s mostly a matter of managing your sensitivity by avoiding products that tend to trigger it. The safest bet is always to use skin care products that are labeled as safe for sensitive skin.