Face masks are meant to be soothing and relaxing, but if you have sensitive skin, you might find the opposite is more often true–it can be hard to find beauty products that don’t irritate or hurt your skin.
Luckily, there are a variety of skincare options and hydrating face masks that are specially formulated for soothing and moisturizing sensitive skin.
Whether you’re looking for a face mask that will hydrate dry skin without irritation, or a skin-clearing clay mask that will clear blemishes and breakouts without leaving you red and sore, we’ve compiled a list of the very best face masks for any sensitive skin need (plus tips and tricks!).
How Do I Know if I Have Sensitive Skin?
If you have a diagnosed skin condition (like rosacea or eczema), then you’re considered to have a sensitive skin type.
But there are other telltale signs of sensitive skin that don’t necessarily lead to a medical diagnosis.
A few of the most common indicators that you have sensitive skin are dryness and flaking, rashes (that most likely show up after using an irritating product or skincare ingredient), and general irritation.
If you do notice you tend to experience irritated skin after using certain products, you’ll want to pay close attention to any and all ingredients in your skincare routine to avoid any potential causes.
Not sure how to create a skincare routine that’s right for you? We break down how to create a basic skincare routine for your skin type.
You’ll also want to apply any face product sparingly to avoid over-saturating your delicate skin, and always patch test a new skincare product on the inside of your arm to make sure it’s safe for your face.
While only a dermatologist can properly diagnose your skin type and determine if you have sensitive skin, check out this guide for more tips on how to figure out your skin type.
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