What should you know about Dermalogica sensitive skin care?

Sensitive skin is a symptom pattern rather than a single diagnosis. Reactions may follow a new cleanser, fragrance, weather change, shaving, or excessive exfoliation. Some people with [Sensitive Skin](/symptoms/skin-sensitivity/) also have a condition such as [Atopic Dermatitis](/conditions/atopic-dermatitis/), [Perioral Dermatitis](/conditions/perioral-dermatitis/), or [Rosacea](/conditions/rosacea/). Stinging alone does not identify the cause. Dryness, irritation, allergy, inflammation, and a weakened skin barrier can feel similar, so persistent or recurring symptoms deserve an assessment rather than a succession of new products.

Use lukewarm water, a mild cleanser, and a plain moisturiser; avoid scrubs and introduce active ingredients slowly. Patch test a new product on a small area and wait to see how your skin responds before applying it widely. Keep a record of products, timing, and symptoms. Pause a product that causes ongoing burning, swelling, or a rash. Choose sunscreen that your skin tolerates and protect the face from wind and heat. If a rash clusters around the mouth, affects the eyes, or keeps returning despite a simple routine, arrange a clinical review.

Seek medical advice for persistent redness, scaling, itching, burning, cracks, or a rash that spreads. Get urgent help for facial or lip swelling with breathing trouble, widespread hives, blistering, or skin pain with fever. Eye pain or vision changes also need prompt assessment. These features can signal more than routine product sensitivity.

Ask whether your pattern suggests eczema, rosacea, contact allergy, or perioral dermatitis. Bring the product list and timing of reactions. Discuss ingredients to avoid, whether patch testing is useful, and which treatment can calm an active flare.