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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.

AnteAGE MD Biosome Accelerator 1 fl oz = SkinElite
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AnteAGE

AnteAGE MD Biosome Accelerator 1 fl oz

$120.00

AnteAGE MD Biosome Accelerator: repair and restore skin Unlock the full potential of your skincare routine with AnteAGE MD® Biosome™ Accelerator, a potent formula designed to activate cellular repair and rejuvenate your skin. Packed with...

AnteAGE MDX Biosome Serum 1 fl oz - SkinElite
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AnteAGE

AnteAGE MDX Biosome Serum 1 fl oz

$190.00

Revitalize and protect your skin with AnteAGE MD® Biosome™ Serum, a powerful, fast-absorbing treatment designed to deliver visible results. This advanced formula combines concentrated Biosomes™, growth factors, antioxidants, and peptides...

CLn HandWash 12 fl oz - SkinElite
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CLn Skin Care

CLnMD HandWash 12 fl oz

$45.00

CLnMD HandWash: Advanced cleansing for frequent hand washing CLnMD HandWash offers advanced, gentle cleansing for individuals who wash their hands frequently and need a solution that protects and nourishes sensitive skin. It is specifically formulated...

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Osmosis

Osmosis Hydraluxe Firming Gel Mask 1 fl oz

$56.00

Osmosis Hydraluxe Firming Gel Mask – Deep Hydration & Firming Rejuvenation Indulge your skin with the ultimate hydration and firming treatment with Osmosis Hydraluxe Firming Gel Mask. Specially formulated to deeply nourish and revitalize, this...

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Osmosis

Osmosis Rescue MD - Epidermal Repair Serum 1 fl oz

$148.00

Discover the power of Osmosis Rescue MD Epidermal Repair Serum, an award-winning formula designed to transform your skin by significantly reducing irritation and signs of aging. This innovative serum harnesses the potency of our patented Ozonized Ethyl...

SkinCeuticals

SkinCeuticals Gentle Cleanser 6.4 fl oz

$39.00

Mild face cleanser for sensitive skin SkinCeuticals Mild Cream Face Cleanser gently purifies and removes excess oil while soothing and calming dry or sensitive skin. This gentle cleanser features a creamy texture and is specifically formulated for...

Clinical Skin A.C.E. Purifying Toner 4 fl oz - SkinElite
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Clinical Skin

Clinical Skin A.C.E. Purifying Toner 4.4 fl oz

$44.00

This deep-cleansing solution clears congested pores, soothes irritation, and boosts your skincare routine. With purifying Witch Hazel and nourishing skin conditioners, Clinical Skin A.C.E. Purifying Toner leaves your complexion refreshed, hydrated, and...

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IMAGE PREVENTION+ daily perfecting primer SPF 50 - 1 fl oz - SkinElite
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IMAGE Skincare

IMAGE PREVENTION+ daily perfecting primer SPF 50 - 1 oz

$58.00

IMAGE PREVENTION+ Daily Perfecting Primer SPF 50 combines high SPF protection with the smoothing benefits of a primer for a flawless complexion. Enriched with antioxidants and plant-based extracts, it defends against UVA/UVB rays while minimizing the...

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Jan Marini

Jan Marini Age Intervention® Gentle Cleanser 4 fl oz

$33.00

A mild face cleanser for sensitive or post-procedural skin Jan Marini Age Intervention Gentle Cleanser is a mild cream cleanser that effectively removes impurities like makeup, dirt, and oil while soothing and repairing an irritated complexion...

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Epicutis

Epicutis Lipid Serum 1 oz

$250.00

With only eight ingredients, this gentle formula is an essential member of your healing arsenal. With therapeutic concentrations of TSC, our patented anti-inflammatory, this silky serum delivers an instant dose of relief for dry, stressed, sensitive or...

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Clinical Skin Gentle Cream Cleanser - Skin Elite
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Clinical Skin

Clinical Skin Gentle Cream Cleanser 5 fl oz

$40.00

Prepare skin for the ultimate benefits of a Clinical Skin regimen with the Gentle Cream Cleanser, dermatologist-formulated to profoundly cleanse without stripping skin of its essential moisture.In this advanced formula, vitamins, hyaluronic acid,...

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Obagi Back To Basic Set of 5 (Serum 20%) - Skin Elite
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Obagi

Obagi Back To Basic Set of 5 (Serum 20%)

$208.00 $165.00

Perfect Skincare Routine Valued at $278 for only $208 Maintain a more youthful appearance with the perfect 4 step routine featuring our best-selling Professional-C® Serum 20% (ideal for normal to oily skin types), Winner of the 2022 InStyle Best...

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Obagi Back To Basic Set of 5 (Serum 15%) - Skin Elite
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Obagi

Obagi Back To Basic Set of 5 (Serum 15%)

$188.00 $149.00

Perfect Skincare Routine Valued at $251 for only $188 Maintain a more youthful appearance with the perfect 4 step routine featuring our best-selling Professional-C ® Serum 15% (ideal for most skin types) that includes the ABCs of skincare. Whether...

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Professional-C® + Retinol 1.0 Set - Skin Elite
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Obagi Professional-C® + Retinol 1.0 Set of 2

$155.00 $124.00

Vitamin C Serum 15% + Retinol 1.0 Set Valued at $194 for only $155.20 Amplify results for brighter, younger-looking skin! Defend in the AM with our Professional-C® Serums, which contain a powerful antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals helping to...

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IMAGE VITAL C Hydrating Repair Crème 2 oz

$85.00

This luxurious crème that quenches and soothes. Packed with essential vitamins A and C, it gives your skin the nourishment it craves while improving texture and tone. Plus, the combo of hyaluronic acid and ceramides locks in moisture and calms any...

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IMAGE VITAL C Hydrating Intense Moisturizer 1.7 fl oz

$82.00

This luxurious, deeply moisturizing cream gradually restores hydration and protects dry skin from further dehydration. Enriched with shea butter to seal in moisture and hyaluronic acid for added hydration, its soothing texture absorbs quickly, providing...

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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.