Creating a Skincare Routine for Mature Sensitive Skin
As we age, many of us notice changes in our skin. One of the more common and often frustrating changes is an increase in skin sensitivity. If you're dealing with redness, irritation, dryness, or even flare-ups of conditions like rosacea, you're not alone. In fact, mature skin can become more sensitive over time due to a variety of factors.
At Indagàre Natural Beauty , we understand how challenging it can be to find the right skincare for your needs as you age. That’s why we’ve developed a skincare routine that’s gentle, effective, and designed to nourish mature, sensitive skin with the purest natural ingredients.
Why Does Skin Become More Sensitive as We Age?
As we age, our skin naturally becomes thinner and loses some of its ability to retain moisture. This makes the skin barrier less effective at protecting against environmental irritants. Additionally, the production of collagen and elastin which help maintain skin structure and resilience slows down, making the skin more vulnerable to irritation.
Some of the key factors contributing to sensitive skin in mature adults include:
Thinner skin : As collagen production slows, the skin becomes more fragile and prone to damage.
Lower moisture levels : Decreased moisture retention in the skin leads to dryness and flakiness, which can heighten sensitivity.
Hormonal changes : Hormonal shifts, particularly during menopause, can affect the skin’s ability to regenerate and protect itself.
Cumulative sun damage : Years of sun exposure can lead to skin damage that increases sensitivity and makes the skin more reactive.
So, if you’ve noticed that your skin is becoming more sensitive as you age, it’s likely a combination of these natural changes.
How to Create a Skincare Routine for Mature Sensitive Skin
1. Keep It Simple and Gentle
When your skin is sensitive, less is more. Avoiding a complex skincare routine and sticking to a few well-chosen products allows your skin to maintain its natural balance and avoid irritation.
Tips:
Limit the number of products you use. This reduces the chance of irritation and helps you identify products that work best for your skin.
Be consistent with your routine, as frequent product changes can upset your skin’s balance and increase sensitivity.
Our Recommendation:
Our 3 Step Skincare Set is perfect for mature, sensitive skin. Formulated with the purest ingredients like prickly pear seed oil and neroli oil, it provides hydration, brightens, and firms skin without irritation, even on the most sensitive complexions.
2. Avoid Harsh Ingredients
As skin becomes more sensitive with age, it's essential to avoid harsh chemicals or ingredients that can strip your skin’s natural oils. Look for products that nourish and hydrate without causing dryness or redness.
Tips:
Avoid alcohol-based products, sulfates, and parabens, which can be drying and irritating.
Avoid strong exfoliants, like AHAs and BHAs, unless your skin has built tolerance. If you use them, introduce them slowly and patch test first.
Our Recommendation:
Our Organic Face Oil Duo Set is a gentle, hydrating option to soothe and calm the skin. The rich blend of organic oils deeply nourishes without causing irritation, making it perfect for sensitive, mature skin.
3. Choose Fragrance-Free Products
Fragrances, whether natural or synthetic, can trigger allergic reactions and irritate mature, sensitive skin. It’s best to stick to products that are fragrance-free, ensuring that you’re not introducing potential irritants into your routine.
Tips:
Look for skincare labeled fragrance-free to avoid irritation and ensure a gentler approach.
Our Recommendation:
Our Organic Argan Oil with Prickly Pear Seed Oil is a fragrance-free, deeply hydrating option for sensitive skin. This organic oil blend provides nourishing moisture without irritation, and it's perfect for soothing dry, reactive skin. You can use this wonder oil as a super-hydrating face serum. You can use it as a cuticle oil, eye serum, makeup remover, lip balm and even as a daily hair serum.
4. Stay Hydrated and Moisturised
Mature skin tends to lose moisture more easily, making it crucial to keep your skin well-hydrated and protected. A good moisturiser helps to lock in moisture and prevent irritation, keeping your skin soft, plump, and comfortable.
Tips:
Apply cream moisturiser while your skin is still damp or pat a day face oil on to face your (don’t rub) to help seal in moisture effectively.
Choose a moisturiser or face oil that's rich in Vitamin E, to help draw moisture into the skin for lasting hydration.
Our Recommendation:
Our Illumino Youth Serum is designed to deeply hydrate and plump mature skin. The hero in this formula is the Prickly Pear Seed Oil which is incredibly rich in Vitamin E and essential fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid (Omega-6), which plays a key role in maintaining skin hydration. It helps to strengthen the skin’s barrier function, preventing moisture loss and keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
5. Protect Your Skin with SPF Daily
Daily sun protection is essential for everyone, but it’s especially important for sensitive, mature skin. UV rays can exacerbate irritation and speed up signs of aging, so be sure to apply SPF every morning.
Tips:
Choose a mineral sunscreen that’s gentle on sensitive skin and provides broad-spectrum protection.
Our Recommendation:
Our Noosa Naturals Glow Getter SPF 50 is a mineral-based sunscreen that protects sensitive skin from harmful UV rays. It’s naturally formulated to keep your skin calm, hydrated, and shielded from sun damage.
Final Thoughts on Skincare for Mature Sensitive Skin:
Sensitive skin can be a challenge as we age, but with the right products and routine, it’s possible to nurture and protect your skin while reducing irritation. By focusing on natural, hydrating ingredients and simplifying your routine, you can keep your skin looking radiant, healthy, and balanced, no matter your age.
We’re proud to formulate products made with only the best natural ingredients, designed to help sensitive, mature skin thrive. We've crafted our range to meet the needs of your skin and deliver gentle yet effective results.
Shop now and discover the perfect products for your mature, sensitive skin!