" Saccharide Isomerate, a 100% plant-derived soothing agent has been shown to gently calm sensitive skin and reduce the signs of ageing."
Skin sensitivity is on the rise globally. More than half world's population have some degree of sensitive skin. Sensitive skin can affect everyone from babies to elderly people. This can be either a lifelong or temporary condition.
The Common Causes of Sensitive Skin
If you suffer from sensitive skin, you have overactive nerve endings in the top layer of your skin. Some people have a weak skin barrier that can be easily broken down, exposing the nerve endings to external elements. This causes the skin to be more sensitive to sensations.
Apart from genetic conditions, there are some external factors that can weaken skin barrier and cause skin sensitivity such as:
- Sun exposure
- Pollution
- Extreme or changes in temperatures including harsh weather
- Poor quality of water including hard water, chlorine in swimming pools
- Sleep deprivation and stress
- Hormonal changes during pregnancy or menopause or menstrual cycle
- Dry skin conditions including dehydration
- Harsh chemicals in household or skincare products
- Foods that cause allergies
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How to Care and Strengthen Sensitive Skin
Daily skincare routine is crucial for every skin type and, even more so, for sensitive skin. To reduce sensitivity, you need to strengthen the skin barrier function so that your skin can have a better defense mechanism against external aggressors.
3 Steps to Strengthen Your Skin Barrier Function
1. Eat healthy
A healthy diet should be the first step in sorting out health and skin issues. Eat lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. Also make sure that your body gets enough protein and healthy fats. Protein and healthy fats help maintain a healthy skin barrier function.
2. Avoid the commonly known skin irritants and sensitisers
Limit the exposure to the commonly known irritants and sensitisers to avoid skin irritation and allow more time for your skin to rebuild its weakened barrier. Avoid any contact with household and skincare products that contain harsh chemicals. I have been formulating advanced clean skincare products for twenty years. For best results, I don't use the commonly known skin irritants and sensitisers such as artificial fragrance/colour, harsh chemicals and toxic ingredients.
3. Be gentle with your skin
If you have sensitive skin, make sure that your hands are clean before you touch your face or other sensitive areas of your body. Be gentle with your skin. Use skincare products that contain these following soothing ingredients:
- Niacinamide (vitamin B3)
Scientifically proven to strengthen skin barrier, niacinamide helps protect sensitive skin from irritation and all ageing factors. Don't confuse niacinamide with niacin. Unlike niacinamide, niacin can irritate sensitive skin and therefore avoid using skincare products that contain niacin.
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)
Known for its hydrating and soothing properties, panthenol helps prevent skin irritation and dryness while also reduces the signs of ageing. Studies showed that panthenol reduces skin sensitivity.
- Saccharide Isomerate
This 100% plant-derived soothing agent has excellent soothing and hydrating effects on the skin that stay up to 72 hours. Saccharide Isomerate also minimises the appearance of wrinkles and lines.
- 24-karat Nano Gold
Known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and revitalising properties, nano gold penetrates deeper into the skin to calm and rejuvenate sensitive skin. It is one of the main ingredients in Bio-Collagen Serum. To protect and strengthen sensitive skin, gently massage this soothing anti-ageing serum into freshly-cleansed skin on the face, neck and around the eyes. For best results, follow with Bio-Collagen Ageless Cream which has been formulated with 24-karat gold nanoparticles, 3 best hyaluronic acid enhancers and super antioxidants to calm, nourish and revive sensitive skin.
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Author:
Henry Tianus is a multi-award-winning Anti-Ageing Scientist based in London, UK. Henry Tianus has been listed as The Recognised Institute Practitioner at The Institute of Traditional Herbal Medicine and Aromatherapy (ITHMA), London (UK) since 2005. Henry Tianus's articles have been read by people in more than 100 countries with USA and UK at the top of the list. Join Henry Tianus eNewsletter to receive the latest health and wellbeing tips.
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