Our skin begins to change once we hit puberty. Our bodies begin to produce more hormones, which make our skin produce more sebum. The excess production of sebum is the basis of acne outbreaks.

We can also begin to determine the type of skin that we have during this time in our lives. There are three basic types of skin. These are: dry skin, oily skin, and combination skin. Any one of these skin types can be also have sensitive skin problems.

If you have sensitive skin, this produces a slight problem for skin care. Sensitive skin usually reacts to traditional products by developing a rash and/or irritation. Therefore, you must be very careful about the skin products that you choose.

To achieve the appropriate sensitive skin care, you must rely on products that do not contain alcohol or fragrances. Also avoid products that contain salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide. All of these ingredients can irritate or dry out your skin.

Anti Aging Skin Care & Sensitive Skin

For people with sensitive skin, anti aging skin care may be a challenge. Traditional anti aging products are usually made with ingredients such as Vitamin C that can cause inflammation, itching and chafing. Nonetheless, you can find an alternative skin care product to help reduce skin wrinkles and age spots gently.

Try and avoid using the trial and error method when it comes to sensitive skin as this can lead to a cycle of irritation that can be hard to treat. Instead, take your time to check the labels and make sure that the product you are purchasing contains these soothing alternatives.

*Niacinamide is a great way to treat inflammation and hyperpigmentation. It is particularly good for sensitive skin.

*Aloe Vera is one of the most soothing ingredients in any skin care product. As a matter of fact, it can help treat chronic swelling and redness.

*Chamomile has been around since 500 BC. It has anti-inflammatory properties and is very soothing for sensitive skin.

*Licorice root extract (or licochalcone) is another soothing ingredient. It helps alleviate irritation and redness.

*It is crucial that your anti-aging cream be rich in antioxidants. So when looking for a product to treat your aging skin look for products that contain vitamins E and C and green tea. They may cause some irritation but they are much gentler than other alternatives such as AHAs and retinols.

*Finally, if you want to keep your skin young, don't skip the sunscreen. Choose products that contain physical sunscreens instead of chemical ones. Some of the best alternatives to chemical sunscreens are titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.