Caring for Sensitive Skin: Understanding, Calming, and Protecting Delicate Complexions

Sensitive skin can feel like a constant balancing act — one day calm and comfortable, the next red, itchy, and irritated for seemingly no reason. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Sensitive skin is one of the most common concerns we hear about, and understanding its causes and how to care for it can make all the difference.

Recognising the Signs of Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin can be both hereditary and environmental. Some people are born with naturally delicate skin, while others develop sensitivity over time due to lifestyle and environmental stressors.

Typical signs include:

• Reacting easily to skincare products, temperature changes, or even touch
• Feelings of itching, stinging, or burning
• Skin turning pink or red easily
• A general sense that your skin feels “tight” or fragile

When your skin is sensitive, it doesn’t just affect how you look — it affects how you feel. Flare-ups can leave you self-conscious, uncomfortable, and frustrated, especially when your usual skincare routine suddenly seems to make things worse.

The Role of the Skin Barrier

At the heart of sensitivity lies the skin’s protective barrier. This outer layer acts like a shield, locking in moisture while keeping out irritants and pollutants. When the barrier becomes compromised — often through harsh cleansing, over-exfoliation, or the use of products with alcohol or strong fragrance — the skin loses its ability to protect itself.

Tiny cracks form, allowing water to escape and irritants to enter. The result? Dehydration, redness, and that familiar feeling of tightness and discomfort.

The “Less is More” Approach

When caring for sensitive skin, simplicity is key. Using too many products or those packed with unnecessary ingredients can overwhelm an already fragile complexion. Instead, focus on minimal formulas, gentle textures, and soothing botanicals to restore balance and comfort.

A Calming Routine for Sensitive Skin

Cleanse with Care
Start your routine with a mild, nourishing cleanser. Our Ultra Soothing Cleanser is fragrance and essential oil free, enriched with Oatmeal and Camellia Oil to calm irritation while gently removing impurities. It can even be used as a five-minute mini masque to instantly reduce redness and leave the skin soft, supple, and comforted.

Exfoliate Sparingly
Over-exfoliation is one of the most common causes of sensitivity. If you do exfoliate, choose a non-abrasive option. Our Microfine Daily Exfoliant uses fruit enzymes from pineapple and papaya to gently dissolve dead skin cells without friction, while soothing botanical extracts help calm and smooth the skin.

Replenish with Hydration
Hydration is crucial for barrier repair. Our Age Resist Hydrating Serum is fragrance-free and contains just four ingredients, including Hyaluronic Acid to flood the skin with moisture and restore suppleness.

Soothe During Flare-Ups
When sensitivity peaks, cooling formulations can bring instant relief. Our Soothing Masque — a gel-based blend with Aloe Vera and Camellia — deeply hydrates and calms inflamed skin, helping to restore comfort and balance.

Professional Support

For those seeking instant relief and longer-term results, we recommend the Eve Taylor Skin Rescue Facial. This professional treatment combines our Therapeutic Oatmeal Masque with targeted botanicals to soothe irritation, ease redness, and strengthen the skin barrier — leaving skin calm, comforted, and beautifully resilient. Find your local Eve Taylor therapist here.

Final Thoughts

Sensitive skin requires patience, care, and a gentle touch. By adopting a “less is more” approach and focusing on barrier health, you can help your skin feel calm, balanced, and beautifully at ease once again.