Why has my skin suddenly become sensitive?

Sudden reactivity in an adult is usually sensitised skin rather than a new skin type. The common causes are over exfoliation, layering several actives, hot water, a harsh cleanser, or long stretches in dry air conditioning. Hormonal shifts, illness, stress and certain medications can also lower your tolerance temporarily. Strip the routine back to cleanse and moisturise for two weeks and see whether it settles before you buy anything new.

Can I patch test on my face instead of my arm?

Yes, and it is often more accurate, because facial skin is thinner and more reactive than forearm skin. Use a small area along the jawline or just in front of the ear rather than your cheek or anywhere near the eye. The arm is still the safer choice for anything you already suspect will be strong.

Does sensitive skin still need sunscreen every day in the UAE?

Yes, and arguably more than other skin types. UV exposure inflames skin that is already reactive, and it is the main reason post inflammatory marks take so long to fade. Daylight through car and office windows counts too. Choose a texture you tolerate, apply it every morning, and reapply if you are outdoors.

Is fragrance always bad for sensitive skin?

No. Fragrance is a common trigger, but it is not a universal one, and plenty of people with sensitive skin use fragranced products with no trouble at all. What matters is knowing your own response. If your skin has reacted to scented products before, treat parfum or aroma on an ingredient list as the first suspect and patch test. If it never has, there is no need to avoid it on principle.

Why does my skin sting when I apply moisturiser?

Stinging from a basic moisturiser usually means the barrier is already compromised, not that the moisturiser is harsh. When the outer layer is damaged, even water can sting briefly. It typically points to over cleansing or over exfoliating in the days before. Pause every active, keep to a mild cleanser and a simple moisturiser, and the stinging normally eases within one to two weeks. If it persists beyond that, see a doctor.

Can sensitive skin use niacinamide?

Usually yes. Niacinamide is one of the better tolerated actives and it supports barrier function, which is exactly what reactive skin needs. Some people do find higher concentrations flushing, so introduce it a few times a week rather than twice daily, and give it a fortnight before you judge it.

How long does it take for sensitive skin to settle?

If the cause was something you were doing, expect noticeable improvement in two to four weeks and a real change by six. Skin renews on roughly a monthly cycle, so anything promising calm skin in three days is selling you something. If you have followed a stripped back routine for six weeks with no improvement, that is the point to seek medical advice rather than to try another product.

Sensitive Skin Care

Gentle products and simple habits for sensitive skin, plus how to patch-test safely. Shipped worldwide with DHL in 3 to 5 working days.

Aloe Vera Face Mask Sheet
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A 25 ml aloe vera sheet mask with ectoin, hyaluronic acid, chamomile and centella, made to soothe and hydrate dry, sensitive or sun-tired skin. Ships worldwide with DHL.
Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser
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A 100 ml foaming amino acid cleanser with honey extract, betaine and camellia flower extract. A soft-touch daily face wash for all skin types, shipped worldwide with DHL.
Beauty Face Wash
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A 60 ml daily face wash with a rich lather, glycerin and multivitamins that lifts dirt, oil and city dust. One wash for men and women, all skin types. Ships worldwide with DHL.
Day and Night Cream Set
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A day cream with niacinamide and licorice extract and a night cream with arbutin and vitamin C, designed to support a brighter, more even-looking skin tone. Ships worldwide with DHL.
Double Vitamin C Serum
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A 30 ml vitamin C serum with pure ascorbic acid, hyaluronic acid and collagen for dull, tired-looking skin. One light step, morning and night. Ships worldwide with DHL.
Korean Face Mask Sheets (Pack of 5)
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Five Korean sheet masks for five skin moods: aloe vera, collagen, salicylic acid, coffee and turmeric. The easiest way to find your favorite, shipped worldwide with DHL.
Salicylic Acid Face Mask (2% BHA)
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A 25 ml sheet mask with 2% salicylic acid, glycolic acid and witch hazel, designed to help clear congested pores and refine texture. A weekly treatment, shipped worldwide with DHL.
Turmeric Face Wash
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Foaming turmeric face wash with tea tree oil, ginger, aloe and hyaluronic acid, made for oily, breakout-prone skin. Ships worldwide with DHL in 3 to 5 working days.

Sensitive Skin: Gentle Steps That Work

Sensitive skin reacts quickly. It may sting, flush or feel tight when you try something new, change climate or use too many products at once. The most effective approach is simple: fewer products, mild formulas and slow introductions, with a patch test before anything new reaches your face.

Build a Gentle Routine

1. A mild cleanser

The Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser uses amino-acid surfactants rather than harsh sulfates, with honey, betaine and allantoin to keep the finish comfortable.

2. One soothing treatment at a time

Aloe, centella, chamomile and allantoin are calming ingredients. The Aloe Vera Face Mask Sheet combines several of them with hyaluronic acid and ectoin.

3. A comforting moisturizer

The Day and Night Cream Set includes allantoin and shea butter for comfort, but introduce it gradually. Start with the Day Cream first.

4. Daily sunscreen

Sun exposure makes sensitivity worse. Choose a gentle sunscreen formulated for sensitive skin.

How to Patch-Test Properly

Apply a small amount to your inner forearm or behind your ear.
Leave it for 24 hours.
If you notice redness, itching or burning, do not use the product on your face.
Test one new product at a time, a week apart.

Ingredients That Tend to Be Calming

Aloe vera: cooling and soothing.
Allantoin and panthenol: comfort and softness.
Centella asiatica and chamomile: soothe the look of redness.
Hyaluronic acid: lightweight hydration.

Ingredients to Introduce Slowly

Strong exfoliating acids, pure vitamin C and retinoids can bother sensitive skin. If you want to try them, introduce one, use it a couple of times a week and increase slowly. Our sheet masks page explains which masks are the most active.

What Triggers Sensitivity?

Hot water, over-exfoliating, fragrance, wind, central heating and travel can all trigger a reaction. When your skin flares, strip the routine back to a gentle cleanser, moisturizer and sunscreen until it settles.

Worldwide Delivery

We ship every order with DHL in 3 to 5 working days. Shipping is a flat $35 up to $99 and free above $99. See the delivery page for details.

Sensitive Skin FAQs

How do I know if I have sensitive skin?

If products often sting or redden your skin, or you flush easily, you probably do. A dermatologist can confirm.

Can sensitive skin use vitamin C?

Some can, but start slowly, patch-test and use it once a day at first.

Are your products fragrance-free?

Check the ingredient list on each product page and patch-test before use.

When should I see a doctor?

If your skin is persistently red, itchy, swollen or painful, see a doctor or dermatologist. Cosmetics are not treatments for skin conditions.

Aloe Vera Face Mask Sheet

Amino Acid Gentle Bubble Cleanser

Beauty Face Wash

Day and Night Cream Set

Double Vitamin C Serum

Korean Face Mask Sheets (Pack of 5)

Salicylic Acid Face Mask (2% BHA)

Turmeric Face Wash