It has been estimated that around 50% of our population battles with skin sensitivity, which can include itching, burning, and rosacea-like symptoms. Dermalogica's new UltraCalming™ line helps treat and prevent irritated skin. Here's the scoop...

What causes sensitized skin?

We know that triggers like hormones, stress, genetics, food, environment and aggressive skin treatments can upset the skin. Inflammation appears to be the common thread behind all of these symptoms. The International Dermal Institute breaks down inflammation into 3 categories:

Immunogenic Inflammation 

This is when skin gets inflammed due to the immune system...it is typically caused by a foreign substance like pollen or artificial fragrance.

Neurogenic Inflammation

This type of inflammation is caused by the nervous system...the environment, chemicals and stress (physical and emotional) can cause it.

Loss of Protective Barrier

Our outer layer of skin helps protect us from environmental assault. When it gets compromised, inflammation can occur. Causes can include excess exfoliating, using soap to wash your face, aggressive skin treatments, etc.

Daily tips to help ease sensitivity

Avoid being outdoors between 10 AM and 2 PM

Studies show that heat can trigger sensitivity. When outdoors, wear a hat and try to stay shaded!

Wear sunscreen every day

It can help protect from irritation caused by the sun. Use a physical sunscreen if chemicals upset your skin.

Chew on ice when outside

It can help keep you cool, thus reducing inflammation

Don't take hot showers

They can compromise skin's barrier layer and trigger sensitivity

How Dermalogica treats sensitized skin

Dermalogica's UltraCalming line was shown in clinical studies to dramatically reduce redness while soothing irritation...the result is long lasting relief for your skin! Here are the main ingredients...

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15

Reduces painful sensations by targeting neurosensitive skin

Boerhavia Diffusa (Red Hogweed) Root Extract

Targets neurogenic inflammation, restores integrity of tissues, and soothes to restore skin to its normal sensitivity level for quick, long-lasting relief

Avena Sativa (Oat Kernal) Extract

Has natural anti-irritant and anti-redness properties

Ginger Extract and Bisabolol

These 2 ingredients work well together to calm redness and irritation



Click here to check out the full line of UltraCalming products and say goodbye to itchy, uncomfortable skin!