Redness, tightness, tingling…
Sensitive skin often reacts to factors beyond our control: stress, cold, pollution, or overly aggressive skincare. Understanding these reactions is the first step toward calmer, stronger skin. At Skinalys, we believe sensitive skin deserves formulas that combine science, tolerance, and softness — without compromise.
Why Are Some Skin Types More Sensitive Than Others?
Sensitive skin is not a skin type, but a condition often linked to a weakened skin barrier.
When this natural shield becomes fragile, irritants such as pollutants, allergens, and temperature changes penetrate more easily, triggering inflammation, redness, and discomfort.
Some individuals also experience increased nerve hyperreactivity: the sensory nerve endings in the epidermis send too many “alarm signals” to the brain.
This is where neurocosmetics play a crucial role — helping regulate the skin-brain communication to reduce discomfort at its source.
Best Practices to Soothe Sensitive Skin
1. Cleanse Without Irritating
Avoid foaming cleansers or formulas containing fragrance.
Choose a high-tolerance cleansing cream without sulfates and with a physiological pH.
The DermActif Cleanser from Skinalys gently cleanses while respecting the skin barrier, thanks to a creamy texture that preserves the hydrolipidic film.
2. Hydrate and Strengthen the Skin Barrier
Hydration is essential to limit water loss and restore barrier function.
Look for formulas containing repairing actives such as:
- CM-Glucan
- Niacinamide
- Olive-derived Phytosqualane
The Barrier+ Day Cream acts as a hydrating shield, reducing redness and improving skin tolerance day after day.
3. Protect the Skin Daily
Even sensitive skin needs sun protection.
UV exposure increases inflammation and dehydration.
Our UVDefense SPF 50 offers high-tolerance sun protection — without fragrance or alcohol — helping prevent irritation and preserve long-term skin comfort.
Ingredients to Prefer (and to Avoid)
Recommended:
CM-Glucan, Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica, Olive Squalane.
Avoid:
Fragrance, alcohol, essential oils, sulfates, silicones, dyes, controversial preservatives.
At Skinalys, every formula is developed:
- without fragrance
- without alcohol
- without essential oils
- without silicones
— ensuring optimal tolerance, even for sensitive and atopy-prone skin.
The Role of the Skin Microbiome
The microbiome is a living ecosystem that protects the skin naturally.
When this balance is disrupted, sensitivity increases.
Skinalys formulations are designed to support and respect the microbiome, using biomimetic ingredients that reinforce natural skin defenses.
When Should You Consult a Dermatologist?
A dermatological consultation is recommended if:
- discomfort persists despite an adapted routine,
- or in cases of rosacea, eczema, or atopic dermatitis.
A specialist can confirm the diagnosis and recommend compatible dermocosmetic treatments.
In Summary: Three Keys to Soothed Skin
- Cleanse gently, without stripping
- Hydrate daily to restore the skin barrier
- Protect the skin from external aggressors
At Skinalys, every formula is designed to repair, respect, and reconnect sensitive skin with comfort — through Swiss dermocosmetics, neurocosmetic innovation, and high-purity ingredients.
Scientific References
Misery, L. et al. Sensitive skin in the European population. JEADV (2018).
Saint-Martin, C. et al. Epidermal nerve endings and neuroinflammation. Exp Dermatol (2020).
Proksch, E. et al. Skin barrier function and its importance. Clin Dermatol (2008).
Biedermann, T. et al. Neuroimmune communication in atopic dermatitis. Allergy (2021).
Gueniche, A. et al. Microbiome and barrier function. Dermato-Endocrinology (2016).
Rawlings, A.V. & Harding, C.R. Moisturization and barrier repair. Dermatologic Therapy (2004).
Scientific Note
Dermatological and neurocosmetic research confirms that skin sensitivity is both barrier-related and nerve-related.
Acting on these two mechanisms — lipid repair and nerve modulation — delivers long-lasting improvements in comfort and tolerance.
Skinalys formulas rich in CM-Glucan, Niacinamide, and Phytosqualan® were developed precisely according to this dual approach.
