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By Rebecca Martin, Founder of Conscious Skincare
Sensitive skin is more common than ever. Whether it’s due to stress, pollution, hormones, or overexposure to harsh ingredients, millions are struggling with skin that reacts to everything. Redness, itching, dryness, and stinging are all signs of sensitive skin – but that doesn’t mean you need to settle for discomfort.
The NHS – Contact Dermatitis: Causes & Tips confirms that ingredients such as synthetic fragrances and harsh surfactants are common triggers. The first step to effective skincare is understanding these sensitivities.
This guide will walk you through what to avoid, which gentle ingredients to look for, and the best skincare for sensitive skin that’s both kind to your skin and the planet.
Sensitive skin isn’t a medical diagnosis – it’s a condition where the skin reacts more than usual to triggers like weather, cosmetics, or diet. Symptoms include:
According to Healthline, as many as 60% of women and 40% of men experience some form of skin sensitivity. So if you’ve ever felt your skin react unpredictably – you’re not alone.
Your first step? Ditch the irritants. At Conscious Skincare, we’ve compiled a full list of chemicals to avoid in skincare, especially for sensitive skin. Here are the main culprits:
Instead of harsh chemicals, look for skin-kind ingredients that hydrate, calm, and protect:
We avoid all synthetic fragrance, SLS, parabens, and alcohol in our ranges – so everything is suitable for even the most delicate skin types.
Gentle Organic Face Cleanser is a mild, non-drying cleanser made with organic Calendula and Chamomile essential oils – it removes impurities without stripping the skin.
Organic Chamomile Toner (from our Gentle Collection) tones and cools with zero irritation. Prefer an alternative? Try our Lavender Alcohol-Free Toner
Step 3: Targeted Serum
Gentle Face Serum contains skin-calming Organic Jojoba and Avocado oils. A perfect choice for dry, reactive skin needing a boost of hydration and barrier repair.
Choose Gentle Day Moisturiser for day-to-day hydration or our Gentle Night Moisturiser for sensitive skin night time repair.
“Lovely gentle product - As I say I have ‘dodgy skin’. Very dry and can be incredibly sensitive but having tried the sample products with no issue I have bought the full size products of gentle face wash and gentle day cream. Both are lovely. Very happy no flare ups have occurred so far.” – Louise (verified review of Gentle Face Wash)
Look for fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and natural products designed to support hydration and barrier repair.
Yes. Fragrance-free means no synthetic or essential oil scent – but the natural ingredients like aloe or rose water may have a subtle scent of their own.
Use very gentle exfoliation – like our almond shell-based Gentle Face Scrub – once a week to avoid irritation.
Aloe Vera, Chamomile, Calendula, and Evening Primrose Oil are all calming and hydrating options.
Yes. Age, hormone changes, medication, and product overload can all contribute to developing sensitive skin later in life. One of the main causes of increased skin allergies are the cheap synthetic ingredients and fragrances widely used by mainstream skincare brands.
Every formula in our Gentle Collection is designed with sensitive skin in mind – and our Fragrance-Free Body Range extends that care to your entire body.
Ready to calm your skin, naturally? Browse our full collections and find what works for you!