Sunday, August 26, 2007

Tips for Skin Allergies and Sensitive Skin Care

Hi ! It’s Raymond here with some information and help on caring for skin allergies and sensitive skin.

Sensitive skin care is more than just choosing the right sensitive skin care product.


Sensitive skin and skin which is prone to allergies has a low tolerance level to certain products or environmental conditions. People with skin allergies may react quickly to chemicals, heat or wind by developing red, blotchy and irritated skin. I will cover the following topics in this article:

Problems Faced by People with Skin Allergies



NATURAL METHODS

Herbal Remedies

Sensitive skin care is more than just choosing the right sensitive skin care product. To provide the best skin allergies care, you need an overall approach to providing the best possible care.

Sensitive skin has a low tolerance level to certain products or environmental conditions.

People with sensitive skin and skin allergies may react quickly to chemicals, heat or wind by developing red, blotchy and irritated skin. Different people have different levels of skin sensitivity.

Some people may react to a product, while for others it produces no effect. Similarly, some people may have a very severe allergic reaction, while others only have a mild reaction.



Problems Faced by People with Skin Allergies

People with skin allergies face many problems. The redness, irritation and blotchiness associated with sensitive skin can be uncomfortable and embarrassing.


It can be annoying having to avoid everything that may cause sensitive skin to flare up. Providing the right sensitive skin care can be particularly difficult, as many skin products will have a negative effect.


Dealing with Skin Allergies


NATURAL METHODS

Natural skin care can be an effective way of treating sensitive skin and allergic skin. Natural products are less likely to trigger the reaction that other products may have on sensitive skin. Here are some of the best natural ways to treat sensitive skin.

Food Intake and Hydration

Diet can play a big part in sensitive skin break outs. A healthy diet (containing plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables) will help skin look and be healthy. People with sensitive skin should pay attention to their diet and take note if any foods seem to trigger an allergic skin reaction.


Even some healthy foods may cause a reaction in some people, so do not discount these when you look at possible triggers. Hot and spicy foods are particularly likely to cause a negative effect.

People with sensitive skin should also drink lots of water, which will help keep their skin hydrated. When skin is adequately hydrated, it is healthier and better able to fight off skin irritations.


Herbal Remedies

Herbal remedies are very good for skin allergies and sensitive skin, because they are free from the harsh chemicals that can cause skin problems.


Generally, products that contain natural ingredients will be better for your skin and less likely to cause allergic skin reaction.

  • Try the following remedies for some special sensitive skin care.
  • Use almond or jojoba oil to cleanse your face.
  • Comfrey steeped in water can make a good toner.
  • Make a facial exfoliate by mixing grapefruit with oatmeal.
  • Make a face mask out of fruit.
  • Cucumber and yoghurt also makes a good face mask for sensitive skin.
  • Licorice is a good product for sensitive skin. Look for skin care products that contain licorice.
  • Aloe Vera can soothe skin that is red, irritated and blotchy. Apply directly to the skin.


Even when using natural products, people with sensitive skin need to be careful. As some sensitive skin reactions are caused by allergies, even organic products may cause an adverse reaction in someone.


Check every product on a small area of your skin first, and stop using a product if it seems to be triggering the symptoms associated with sensitive skin.


You can find all this information and more to protect you and your family in my ebook
How to Blast Your Allergies Away Forever !