Sensitive skin reacts to products and environments that others tolerate easily — stinging, burning, redness, and irritation are constant battles. Colorado's harsh climate (dry air, wind, altitude UV) makes sensitivity worse. At PureDerm, we use gentle, barrier-repairing treatments that calm inflammation and strengthen your skin's resilience over time.
Skin sensitivity stems from a compromised skin barrier that allows irritants to penetrate more easily. Causes include genetic predisposition, overuse of active ingredients (retinoids, acids, exfoliants), environmental stressors (Colorado's dry air and wind), allergic reactions to fragrances or preservatives, and underlying conditions like rosacea or eczema. Stress and hormonal changes can also increase sensitivity.
Stinging or burning when applying products, redness and flushing, tightness and discomfort, reactive to temperature changes, itching, visible irritation from products that are 'supposed to be gentle,' flaking in patches, and a tendency toward rosacea-like symptoms.
True sensitivity is ongoing and often genetic — your skin consistently reacts to many products and environmental factors. Irritation is usually temporary and caused by a specific product or event. Many people think they have sensitive skin when they actually have irritated skin from using too many active ingredients. A professional skin assessment can determine which you're dealing with.
Yes — when performed by someone who understands sensitivity. We use calming, fragrance-free products and customize every treatment to your skin's tolerance. Many sensitive-skin clients actually see improvement because professional products are better formulated than drugstore options.
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