We've probably all experienced the hot, prickling sensation of our faces flushing. Redness in the skin is not uncommon, and it can be hard to combat. However, if your inflammation doesn't seem to stem from mood swings but is a regular struggle, it might make sense for you to look into what causes your redness and how you can treat it.
Why do I flush red?
Redness can be caused by various factors such as your mood, weather conditions, and over-exfoliating, but can also be a sign of something more serious like allergies and skin disorders such as rosacea or eczema. If your skin is irritated, painful, or causing you poor self-conscience, we would always advise you to consult a dermatologist.
Skin-calming ingredients
The first step is to observe your redness: Be cautious of when your skin seems to flush and what might be causing it. Does it happen after using a specific product, after eating something particular, or when you're feeling a certain type of way?
Aloe vera
If you experience rashes, burns, and irritated skin, aloe vera might be the calming ingredient you've been searching for. Aloe vera has anti-inflammatory, anti-irritating, and moisturizing properties. You can find this wonderful ingredient in lots of our products, but we especially adore it in our Intense Hyaluronic Mask — the perfect treatment to calm both your mind and skin.
Vitamin E
An indispensable ingredient for many good reasons. This powerful antioxidant effectively neutralizes free radicals, repairs, and smooths skin, making it an ideal ingredient for your redness-treating routine. Vitamin E possesses the ability to decrease inflammation, meaning it'll work to minimize redness to leave you with a bright and even complexion. Find Vitamin E in our Vitamin Face Oil, Daily Hydra Cream Sensitive and Niacinamide Lifting Mist.
Niacinamide
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is an essential nutrient known for its ability to effectively reduce inflammation, which helps minimize redness caused by conditions such as eczema and acne. Our Ultra-Rich Cream is enriched with Niacinamide, and with our handbag-sized Niacinamide Lifting Mist, there's simply no excuse not to cater for your skin with this nutritious ingredient.
Hyaluronic acid
Moisture is the holy grail when it comes to healthy skin. Our soothing Daily Hydra Cream Sensitive is made with sensitive skin types in mind and is completely fragrance-free — formulated with hydrating hyaluronic acid and soothing natural red seaweed. Our Intense Hyaluronic Mask is a favorite for calming and nourishing the skin.
Keep it simple
The key to defeating redness is to be aware of what works for your exact skin and what doesn't. There's no miracle cure that magically works for everyone, as sensitive and inflammatory skin can behave in various ways. Enrich your skincare routine with hydrating and soothing products without synthetic fragrances — and most importantly: Keep it simple.