Skin Sensitivity

 

                           Skin Sensitivity: Possible Causes and Treatments

 

 

Do you have skin sensitivity? Does your skin react to anything and everything? It may be annoying or even downright excruciating, but don’t worry — you’re not alone!

A 2019 study published in the Frontiers in Medicine Journal revealed that an estimated 70% of the US population think they have sensitive skin, while around only 50% experience some of the signs that come with it. Sensitive skin isn’t a disease in itself, however, but a symptom of a larger problem.

So if you’re not sure if you have sensitive skin or how to remedy it, keep reading! Here are some of the possible causes for skin sensitivity and their respective treatments.

Your skin is naturally sensitive

Dry skin is the first and most natural cause of sensitive skin. Dry skin is easily irritated as it lacks protective moisture. It can be genetic, caused over time due to habits such as over washing, or can be a result of environmental conditions, such as living in an extremely dry or cold climate. It can feel rough, tight, chapped, and even itchy.

Another natural cause of sensitive skin is aging. Skin becomes thinner as you grow older. With fewer protective layers, it has more difficulty retaining moisture, making it more irritable.