The Top 4 Moisturizers for Sensitive Skin

Sensitive skin is prone to become dry and dehydrated. When the barrier function of skin has been undermined, hydration levels plummet and skin becomes more prone to irritation. Environmental, product-related, and genetic factors can cause or increase skin sensitivity. Here are four of the best moisturizers for sensitive skin that deliver an immediate dose of hydration and moisture and restore healthy barrier function over time.

1. Cellex-C Skin Firming Cream Plus

One of the most effective anti-aging moisturizers for reactive skin is Cellex-C Skin Firming Cream Plus 2 oz. This lightweight, peach-colored formula containing the Cellex-C complex captures the collagen-producing properties of pure L-ascorbic acid and the amino acid tyrosine. Lycopene, an antioxidant that naturally occurs in tomatoes, inhibits future environmental damage.

Cellex-C Skin Firming Cream Plus does not clog pores and cause breakouts, nor does this product increase sun sensitivity. The non-greasy moisture it provides increases the elasticity and resilience of dry or mature skin and minimizes fine lines and wrinkles. The appearance of age spots and sagging skin can be managed with regular use of moisturizers for sensitive skin, with full results becoming evident in six to eight weeks of twice-daily application.

2. Elemis Frangipani Monoi Shower Cream

Start moisturizing your skin in the shower to seal in hydration. While many skin experts recommend unscented products for sensitive skin, some scented formulas such as Elemis Frangipani Monoi Shower Cream 6.8 oz are safe to use on even the most sensitive skin. This shower cream contains the exotic scents and moisturizing benefits of frangipani, Tahitian Monoi oil, and Tiare flowers soaked in Coprah oil.

One of the best tips for reducing skin sensitivity is to bathe or shower in lukewarm or warm water rather than hot water. Hot water and harsh cleansers strip natural oils away from the skin, increasing sensitivity levels and the risk of irritation. Apply a coin-sized amount of this cleanser to wet palms or a body cleansing tool and massage into the skin. Rinse skin, pat dry and apply moisturizers for sensitive skin immediately after bathing.

3. Elemis Hydra-Boost Sensitive Day Cream

Elemis offers an array of award-winning products suitable for sensitive skin. One of the most popular moisturizers for sensitive skin by this brand is the Elemis Hydra-Boost Sensitive Day Cream 1.6 oz. Upon application, this advanced skin care solution immediately reduces inflammation and restores balance with continued use.

 Hydra-Boost Sensitive Day Cream is rich in antioxidants and beneficial compounds sourced from marsh samphire and starflower oil. The creamy texture of this humectant formula provides an immediate boost in hydration for even the driest skin and has a comforting cooling effect. Apply a pea-sized amount of cream to the face, neck and decollete with upward strokes twice a day to reduce irritation and repair your skin barrier. 

4. Juice Beauty Green Apple Age Defy Moisturizer

Dehydrated skin that shows signs of sensitivity can benefit from the natural formulation of Juice Beauty Green Apple Age Defy Moisturizer 2 oz. This potent moisturizer contains malic acid sourced from organic green apple juice, a smoothing ingredient that could irritate skin with rosacea or highly sensitive skin. Care for dry skin by applying Juice Beauty moisturizer in the morning after cleansing and before putting on sunscreen and in the evening after cleansing. 

Green Apple Age Defy Moisturizer nourishes and revitalizes skin with alpha lipoic acid, Coenzyme Q10, and Vitamin C. The hydrating properties of this moisturizer come from a variety of organic botanical sources, such as aloe, borage, jojoba, primrose, and linseed. The Green Apple Age Defy Moisturizer and other Juice Beauty moisturizers for sensitive skin in the Daily Essentials and Stem Cellular collections are cruelty-free, vegan, and made without artificial dyes, parabens, petroleum, phthalates, or synthetic fragrance.

A daytime skincare routine for sensitive skin should include moisturizers for sensitive skin and sunscreens with a Sun Protection Factor of at least 30. These four nourishing and restorative formulas do not have SPF, but there are many sunscreens suitable for sensitive or dehydrated skin. Apply moisturizer in the evening after cleansing to soothe irritation and keep skin hydrated. You can use these moisturizers at any time of day. Regular use will restore skin barrier function and hydration levels.

Read this article from WebMD for even more information on selecting the best moisturizer for your skin.