Skin Care
A Minimalist Routine for Every Skin TypeBuh-bye, complicated skin-care regimens. Here are the only three products you need |
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1. Fragrance-free cleanser: Many cleansers (and most skin-care products, for that matter), contain fragrance, one of the most common skin irritants -- especially for the sensitive set. And don't be fooled if the product you're looking at says it's unscented; it can still contain an added masking fragrance. Pick one labeled fragrance-free, like Carqueville's pick, First Aid Beauty Face Cleanser, $20.
2. Physical sunscreen: When it comes to your sun protection, physical blockers with ingredients like zinc oxide and titanium or dioxide are best. "They're much less likely to cause any kind of skin reaction or irritation than chemical sunscreens," Carqueville says. While these formulas were once thick and chalky, new innovations have made them lightweight, sheer and more cosmetically elegant than ever. Avene Mineral High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50, $36, is proof positive.
3. Soothing mask: "Masks with calming ingredients like aloe, chamomile or licorice extract are a great option for sensitive skin," says Jeung. They deliver those ingredients quickly and in a heavy dose, yielding results fast -- ideal if you need to quickly tamp down some redness. Try Joanna Vargas Euphoria Mask, $75 for five.
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