Hi Kelly as someone with rosacea, eczema and hyper sensitive skin I often have irritation, redness and sore/stinging skin. I do use quite a few of the products mentioned including the Niod MG, Bioderma sensibio misceller water, LRP cicaplast (baby version), Avene cicalfate, Laneige cream skin refiner and the Benton sheet mask. My favourite milk/cream cleanser is the Avene antirougours refreshing cleansing milk - works really well and takes all makeup and spf off in a single step, without any detriment to already sore skin. This is the one I use during a bad rosacea flare when everything else burns/stings. I also like the cosrx cica toner for soothing hydration. The Aveeno calm and restore oat serum is a great affordable and really gentle option that's very soothing and hydrating. My other sheet mask of choice is the dear, Klairs soothing sheet mask - it's more moisturising than the Benton version and soothes in a different way. The Benton takes down redness and is hydrating, but doesn't have the moisture of the Klairs version. Depending on how my skin feels is how I decide which to use. I also like either the LRP or Avene mineral water in a can for cooling the skin down, but the Caudalie version has the added benefits of the grape and is also a much loved option. If the irritation is incredibly dry then the paula's choice clinical ultra rich moisturiser is amazing and with a layer of an ointment over the top overnight is the most moisturising thing I have found. Spf is a nightmare during a flare of rosacea and my top pick when everything burns/stings is the paula's choice calm mineral spf30 - it is the only one I have found I can use when my skin is so inflamed. Best wishes.
I’m also a fan of the Paula’s Choice mineral sunscreens. For every day, I try to use less expensive products so I’m not tempted to minimize the amount I use. But when my skin is sensitized I try to use as few products as possible and go back to Paula’s Choice when I need sunscreen.
@@netlane100 Hi Inga my routine does change up a little every so often, but at the moment it is as follows: Morning Bioderma sensibio misceller water as a cleanser and splashed off LRP mineral water in a can Cosrx cica toner - 2 to 3 layers Laneige cream skin refiner Niod modulating glucosides Aveeno calm and restore serum A few drops of oil - either the Indeed squalane or the Elf oil blend Paula's choice clinical ultra rich cream Avene mineral spf50 untinted I use everything face, neck and chest Evening bioderma misceller water to remove eye makeup Avene Xeracalm face and body oil cleanser to remove makeup and spf LRP mineral water in a can Cosrx cica toner - 2 to 3 layers Laneige cream skin refiner Aveeno calm and restore Either my prescription azelaic acid 15% or the Geek and Gorgeous retinaldehyde as my active that night Either the Benton fermentation eye cream or the Avene physiolift retinaldehyde eye cream - the retinoids are used together LRP Lipikar baby AP+M as an all over moisturiser on face, neck and chest This is when my skin is relatively calm. If I'm in a flare it is all about simplicity and calming the skin. No actives and minimal products. The antirougours refreshing cleanser as a single step cleanser, the Benton mask and then a moisturiser and spf during the day, or a double layer of moisturiser at night. I hope that helps.
When my skin is irritated, it usually just wants to be left alone. Fewer products and less fussing. Even if several layers of a soothing toner sounds good, my skin bristles when I do that. I have to remind myself that the answer to every skin issue isn’t always skincare-sometimes it’s just giving my skin a chance to do its own thing. I still wear sunscreen, so I have to cleanse and moisturize in the evening, and I usually use a moisturizer in the morning too, but when my skin is at its worst, that is the maximum for me.
I find the same thing. Skincare is often the problem when my skin is sensitized and even hydration & moisturizers aren’t the answer until some of the irritation has calmed down. I use Neutrogena ultra gentle hydrating cleanser and Vanicream lotion and try to avoid situations that I need a sunscreen (hats and visors are my friends, even if they look ridiculous)
I just consulted a dermatologist after having a severe bout of skin irritation (following an application of tea tree cream) and her advice is actually just like what you just said, which is to gently wash with gentle cleanser and stop all skincare products for a while (she also prescribed a very simple, very affordable anti-inflammation cream to be applied thinly on the affected areas). She advised that even moisturizing can be too suffocating/occlusive for the skin when it is inflamed, so better step back and give your skin time to heal itself (to provide context, my skin is really tender, red, and hot to touch atm).
You totally taught me how to repair my skin barrier. Right before I discovered your channel, I just got into skincare and anti-aging products. I went a bit crazy and totally ruined my skin barrier. Burning, dry patches, itching, all things I had never experienced before. Then I stumbled across your channel and realized like, oh wow I really overdid it. I’ve learned so so much from you. Thank you!! Now totally obsessed with Kbeauty and sensitive skincare!
I’ve been using Pycnogenol on my skin for decades. Derma e used to have a great line of Pycnogenol products that were excellent for calming my uber sensitive skin. Sadly, they dropped my favorite products and reformulated the ones they kept. I don’t recommend the line as it is now. Today, I mix one drop of The Ordinary Pycnogenol serum with a dollop of The Inkey List Q10 serum and one pump of the Pacifica Beauty Vegan Ceramide serum. I apply the mixture before my moisturizing sunscreen, and am very pleased with the results. My skin is calm and happy. I’ve tried so many skincare products to try to calm my skin when it’s upset that I’ve wasted a lot of money on things that don’t work. So far, what is the most effective for me is the Beauty of Joeson Calming Serum. For cleansing, I like the La Roche-Posay Hydrating Cleanser, the Pacifica Beauty Vegan Ceramide Cleanser, and the Ceramedx Extra Gentle Body Cleanser. To remove makeup and/or water resistant sunscreen, I use either The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser or organic coconut oil. I’m glad that my skin likes coconut oil. It’s an inexpensive makeup remover that beats any balm or oil product I’ve tried. But the squalane cleanser is very effective and gentle, too, and it can be used as a second cleanse unlike coconut oil (for my skin). I recently purchased the Kombucha essence on your suggestion. I’m looking forward to trying it. I have the LRP Cicaplast cream. It helps when my skin is angry, but it’s not moisturizing enough on its own for me. Even though it’s somewhat occlusive, I use shea butter on top, which seems to work well.
This video couldn’t have come at a more perfect time! I am currently dealing with an irritated, damaged skin barrier due to an acid peel 🤦🏻♀️and everything burns including my SPF!!!
It is actually suggested to skip SPF and try to be indoors with blinds down when you have badly damaged your skin. Because SPF can add to the irritation and damage. Sharing this information, because I did not know either. :)
@@sirtsupirtsu Oh how I wish that was an option for me but unfortunately I work two jobs and both of them require me to be in my car driving all day which unfortunately puts me right in the path of the sun lol. I have taken my skin care down to just washing my face with water and a very small amount of the LaRoche Posey toleraine cleanser & the Cicaplast baume b5 cream which has helped but I’m peeling now so I found that the LaRoche posey spf Is a good one for me to use because in the grand scheme of things it does not cause anywhere near the amount of burn an irritation that all of my other ones do right now
Applying wash-off masks before the shower is absolutely one of the best things I've learned from you. I enjoyed them but many of them were such a hassle to wash off, so I rarely finished them up - but now I love using them! Many of my holy grail products for irratation are already in the video but another one is and will forever be the Missha Artemisia Treatment Essence. When my skin can't handle *anything*, I will give it a few layers of the essence and it gives me immediate relief. Not gonna lie, though, that decor item on the right at the edge of your desk made me a bit nervous the entire time hahaha.
I’ve already incorporated most of the day to day suggestions you provided but having some masque suggestions is new for me! Thanks Kelly! I have to say that the Vita B5 toner has worked really well for balancing my skin. Thanks for that suggestion as well!
Please do a video on travel skincare. Especially how to acclimate to the different whether and atmosphere when we travel across countries. How to calm your skin and all that.
This is right on time. My skin is extra sensitive and irritated due to current weather (hot summer days) I’ll be considering to try some of your recos. You always have a great recommendation btw. Always works for my sensitive skin. thanks kell 🥰
Some good tips & sensitive skin product recommendations in the comments too! I am really keen to try that Bioderma wash off mask, but it is not available in New Zealand. 😢 Would be good to know of some alternatives!
When my skins being a bitch, I got to masks too. I love the honey one from I’m from, sooooo moisturizing and soothing. I also run to pyunkang yul products. The essence, the mist and the intensive moisture cream. Works every time. I actually just bought some soothing goodies from soko glam during their sale, and I can’t wait til they get here 😊
Kelly Driscoll awesome, thank you! I’m sure a hat offers more protection but I’d love a good protectant if possible. Thanks again, you got me into k/j beauty and I haven’t looked back!
Love this chanel! So much appreciated. Would you review the make prem antioxidant serum with idebenone. You made me love this brand with their toner. Thanks 😊
I haven't tried the Cerave but if it's like the Cetaphil then it's more of a low foam gel/milk hybrid where Stratia is full on moisturizing milk without any foam.
Hey Kelly, I’ve damaged my skin barrier so badly no matter what I do my cheeks feel tight. Last night I’ve used micellar water, LRP lipikar cleanser, LRP thermal water, 2 layers of Dr Ceuracle essence, then LRP cicaplast balm and moisturizer (tip from Uglyducklingskincare) and my skin still felt dehydrated. I’m desperate! I need help! What am I doing wrong? 😭
Try Stratia Liquid Gold and/or Krave Great Barrier Relief. The Liquid Gold saved my skin, but since it has a noticeable yellow tint, its best to use it at bedtime. The Great Barrier Relief doesn't work quite as well, but it's better suited to daytime use, because it has a slight green tint that helps conceal redness during daytime.
@@scray00 you all are so lucky guys! Every single site ships to US and you don’t have to pay import taxes for lower amounts plus you can get good skincare even at drugstore! I wish I lived there!
@@dl6170 it’s funny because I never even gave it a thought before I started watching the beauty/skincare videos. That would def drive me nuts. You get all excited about a product, everything sounds so great, and then…nope can’t do it.
Kelly, I watch everything you publish but, and I hate this but, I think your content needs to go in a more educational victor. I just find myself getting up while your talking and putting in laundry or something. Just a thought, Educational? I would love to know the reason cooper peptides cant be used with Kojac Acid . The communigenic levels of oils. Like why is avocado bad. Love ya and owe all my great skin days to you. I need more meat and tattors.
Hey Kelly do you know any other more affordable products that contains that particular ingredient in the NIOD modulating glucosides product?? Been wanting to try the NIOD one but it is quite pricey 😭🥲
I can't speak to any other products I've tried personally but I do believe some Eucerin and Avene products have 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol in them. Depending on where you live they could be less expensive than NIOD.
