Sensitive skin is a challenge to maintain. It can become a nightmare if proper care is not taken. Every little chemical, dust or substances can become harmful to sensitive skin. So the only option is to take extra care and precautions to protect it and maintain the pH level in the normal range.
No matter what the weather is outside, sensitive skin needs care and attention 24/7. Sometimes medications are also required for managing the irritation on the skin. Consult a dermatologist for your skin concerns first. If your doctor prescribes any medicine for your skin issue, get your prescription drugs online and take them regularly to completely solve your skin issues. Then try these home remedies to maintain your skin pH levels.
These are tried and tested remedies. Try these by one and observe which one works for your skin the most.
- Tomato Juice
Summer is the worst season for sensitive skin due to the constant sweating and tan that comes with it. Get your skin to calm down with tomato juice. Mix 3 tablespoons of tomato juice with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and apply it to your dark spots or the whole face. This will help you get rid of the tan. If lemon juice irritates your skin, you can mix tomato juice with gram flour and apply it in form of a paste.
- Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is the best natural moisturizer out there. It is a staple in many Indian kitchens and that is solely due to its many benefits. Massage your bare skin with a few drops of coconut oil every day, this will bring a significant glow to your face. Before going to swim, massage coconut oil well on your face, hands and other visible parts of your body, it will protect your skin from harmful chlorine in the water. It is also a great option for rejuvenating dehydrated skin.
- Raw Milk
There are natural ingredients that help treat and take care of sensitive skin especially during the winter season. Raw milk is the best natural cleanser for sensitive skin. Not only does it take out impurities but also provide good moisture.
Dip a cotton ball in raw milk and apply it directly to your skin. Massage the remaining droplets of raw milk well into your face and then wash it off with warm water.
- Baking Soda
Baking soda is the best home remedy for dry, sensitive skin. Baking soda balances the H level of the skin and helps in reducing inflammation, rashes or breakouts due to its antibacterial properties.
- Amla
Indian gooseberry or Amla is also very good for sensitive skin. Amla extracts or amla juice is very nourishing for the skin and adds radiance to the skin as well. Extract amla juice and mix it in warm water, drink it daily and you will see a difference in just a few days. Remember to drink at least 8 glasses of water daily as hydration is key to good skin.