Skin Sensitivities

Skin Sensitivities Products touching your skin daily — moisturizers, soaps, shampoos, makeup, sunscreens, cleaners — often trigger reactions: redness, itching, eczema flares, allergic contact dermatitis. Top culprits: synthetic fragrances/”parfum” (hidden phthalates/allergens like limonene, linalool, geraniol — EU 26 list), preservatives (formaldehyde releasers like DMDM hydantoin/quaternium-15, parabens, MI/MCI, benzalkonium chloride), surfactants (SLS/SLES irritants), dyes (PPD in hair color), essential oils/natural extracts (propolis, lanolin, colophonium), PFAS traces, and more. These cause delayed sensitization, barrier damage, or hormone-linked irritation. Check breakdowns, EWG hazard scores/SkinSAFE 100 ratings, and switch to non-toxic: fragrance-free/hypoallergenic, EWG Verified® or clean brands (CeraVe, La Roche-Posay, Vanicream, Attitude), barrier-supporting (ceramides, hyaluronic acid, aloe vera), or gentle DIY (plain castile soap, oatmeal baths) for calmer, resilient skin without flare-ups.