5 Signs of Skin Sensitivity

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Cetaphil® knows that living with sensitive skin could be a complex life-journey. The good news? You’re not alone, in fact, 70% of us admit to having skin that is prone to dryness, irritation, inflammation and discomfort. From chemical irritants to environmental conditions, hormonal shifts and stress, many factors can trigger or exacerbate skin sensitivity. But when skin needs are as unique as they are personal, how do we identify sensitive skin so we can select the best products for us? Cetaphil® consulted with dermatologists, scientists, and experts across the world to define 5 Signs of Skin Sensitivity to develop dedicated products for all skin types, even the most sensitive.

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Identifying 5 Signs of Skin Sensitivity

1. Weakened skin barrier

The upper layer of the skin is an effective barrier against external aggressions. It is composed of compacted cells in a lipid matrix as a wall limiting the penetration of irritants. People with sensitive skin often have a thinner or damaged barrier layer of skin that allows irritants to penetrate more easily, and skin dehydrates more easily. This is not something you are likely to see, but you will feel it. If you are prone to discomfort, like stinging or burning sensations when using products not designed for sensitive skin, the chances are you have a damaged or fragile skin barrier.

2. Irritation

Redness, itching, burning, stinging, sensitive skin can be prone to all sorts of unpleasant sensations. Irritation is one of the most frequently reported and bothersome signs of sensitive skin. Sometimes you’ll see it, other times you’ll feel it, either way, you’ll want to avoid and instantly soothe it by selecting the right sensitive skin product for you.

3. Roughness

Flaky, dull, patchy, and uneven skin texture is a visible sign of sensitive skin. Such irregularities affect overall skin quality and can lead to discomfort and distress. Roughness usually goes hand in hand with dryness.

4. Dryness

Dry skin is commonly both a visible and sensorial indicator of sensitive skin. A weakened skin barrier creates an ineffective seal on the skin’s surface which leads to the loss of water and skin dehydration. This can lead to skin that feels tight or rough. The right sensitive skin products restore the natural skin’s hydration and sustainably hydrate the skin over time.

5. Tightness

The sensation that your skin is taut, stretched and strained is a feeling those with sensitive skin know all too well. Tightness is an indicator that your skin lacks moisture and hydration and is uncomfortable if left untreated. 

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Cetaphil® Defends Against 5 Signs of Skin Sensitivity

Cetaphil’s range of gentle cleansers and nourishing moisturisers support the natural skin’s barrier while boosting skin hydration and soothing irritation. Carefully formulated using selected gentle ingredients and nourishing natural oils like avocado oil and almond oil, Cetaphil® helps you take control of your sensitive skin needs.

For almost 75 years, Cetaphil® has worked with dermatologists and healthcare professionals to develop and test their products. Through rigorous clinical testing, Cetaphil® was proven very effective against the key 5 Signs of Skin Sensitivity: weakened skin barrier, irritation, roughness, dryness and tightness.  

Cetaphil’s Gentle Skin Cleanser effectively cleanses all skin types without drying out, and Cetaphil’s Moisturising Lotions & Creams replenish skin moisture to keep skin hydrated and supple for up to 48 hours.

Throughout the month, and as part of the Sensitive Skin Awareness Month, Cetaphil® will share their knowledge about sensitive skin and how Cetaphil’s formulas contain ingredients best suited to address the 5 Signs of Skin Sensitivity so that our sensitive skin consumers can find a regime that works for them.

About Cetaphil®
Seventy-five years ago, a leading pharmacist created the first Cetaphil® product – a gentle, yet powerful formula that would clean without stripping and moisturise without clogging. Today, Cetaphil® is a dermatologically tested skincare brand, and is recognised around the world. With the help of leading global skincare experts, they continue to develop innovative skincare technologies for sensitive skin that help restore, protect and maintain skin’s health every day. For more information, visit https://www.cetaphil.co.za/.

About Galderma
Galderma, the world’s largest independent global dermatology company, was created in 1981 and is now present in approximately 100 countries with an extensive product portfolio of prescription medicines, aesthetics solutions, and consumer care products. The company partners with health care practitioners around the world to meet the skin health needs of people throughout their lifetime. Galderma is a leader in research and development of scientifically defined and medically proven solutions for the skin. For more information, please visit https://www.galderma.com/south-africa.

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