I have dry and sensitive skin and itch all over my body and face. What kind of skin care products should I use and avoid?
• Atopic eczema • Psoriasis • Photodermatitis (sensitive to sun exposure, ie your face turns red and itchy after exposure to the sun) • The skin is just dry and itchy without other visible skin abnormality (eg “fishscale-like” skin appearance on both shines) You should, in your choice of skin care products, • avoid offending substances • stick to simple products (preferably fewer than 10 ingredients) • use chemical-free sunscreens, preferably physical block with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide • opt for milder surfactants • adopt anti-irritants like aloe vera, allantoin, chamomile and bisabolol The following ingredients, though serving specific purposes on other skin types, may cause irritation in sensitive skin:
