Natural facial care for sensitive skin

A sensitive skin reacts quickly to both heat and cold, therefore it is effected by external factors such as weather conditions. A sensitive skin is dry, delicate and is also prone to allergies caused by climatic changes, detergents and cosmetics. Sun screen lotions and creams will protect sensitive skin when exposed to the sun.

The use products made from chemicals are now considered dangerous. When applied on your skin, creams and lotions will penetrate through the skin to your other vital organs. For many years the internal reactions were undetected. However, of late it was revealed that chemically made cosmetics contain carcinogens which is a known cancer causing agent.

If you have a sensitive skin, you have to be careful of products that you use. It has also been proved that products containing synthetic fragrances, artificial colors and chemicals are the reason for dry skin. In extreme situations the skin will have rashes, redness, dry itchy skin and eczema. Supermarkets are full of products made from ingredients such as benzyl peroxide and salicylic acid, which will only worsen the condition of a sensitive skin. The key to healthy skin care, are products made of natural ingredients as such products are safe and is not harmful to the skin or the body.

Periodic face masks will protect, soothe and control irritation of your skin. There are masks made of different ingredients to suit different types of skin. If you do not use the ideal product or ingredient, it will react adversely. Therefore it is important to find out whether the product you plan to use is safe for your skin type. For a sensitive skin, face masks made of avocado or cucumber will be excellent. Benefits of avocado are numerous. It consists of monounsaturated fats and is full of vitamins B and E. They are excellent for moisturizing and rejuvenating a sensitive skin. Cucumber is soothing and helps the healing process of any skin irritations.

Sensitive skin reacts strongly to synthetic soaps therefore use soaps that are made of natural products such as chamomile, lavender, neroli, rose, sandalwood, olive oil and vegetable oil. It is not always necessary to buy, as you can make your own soap using natural products which is more reliable. After you wash your face, pat dry with a soft towel which should not be reused without washing.

Daily cleansing is necessary to remove make-up, dead skin cells, oil and dirt from your face and unclog pores to prevent acne. Using a cleanser is considered to be a better alternative to soap. A mixture made of cucumber, yogurt and aloe vera gel is an excellent cleanser for sensitive skin.

Determine what type of moisturizing is necessary for your skin and choose a moisturizer that will balance the moisture levels of your skin. Daily application of home made moisturizers made of aloe vera gel or mashed avocado will do wonders to your skin.

Stick to make up made of organic and natural ingredients and do not use perfume without first doing a patch test on your wrist to ensure that your skin will not react adversely.