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Is hypoallergenic skin care the answer for sensitive skin?

Wondering about hypoallergenic skin care? Is it really helpful for sensitive skin? Read on to learn more and discover some hypoallergenic products with hundreds of customer recommendations.  

Por Hannah Mepham

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Have you heard the hype about hypoallergenic skin care? Could it be suitable for your skin type?

Discover what makes a skin care product hypoallergenic as we show you how to build the best skin care routine for allergy-prone skin.

What is hypoallergenic skin care?

Hypoallergenic skin care is skin care that’s been formulated using ingredients that have a low risk of causing an allergy.

A great example of a hypoallergenic skin care brand is Green People’s scent free skin care collection.

sensitive and scent-free products

We create these products without common allergens, including perfume, the #1 cause of allergy to cosmetics.  

They are natural and organic, so free from many of the artificial ingredients commonly used in skin care products.

Hypoallergenic skin care: our “no” list:

  • No artificial perfume
  • No essential oils
  • No ethyl alcohol (ethanol)
  • No SLS (sodium lauryl sulphate)
  • No gluten
  • No parabens
  • No lanolin
  • No silicones

To ensure they are truly skin-kind, our scent-free products are dermatologically tested (using a 96-hour patch test) and clinically proven to be kind to sensitive skin.

Our risk-free guarantee

We speak to many people who have spent hundreds of pounds trying to find the right products for their allergy-prone skin.

So that you can try our products risk-free, we offer a 28-day returns guarantee so if you try our products and find they are not suitable for your skin, you can return them for a full refund.

A hypoallergenic skin routine for sensitive skin

Are you searching for a hypoallergenic skin care routine that suits your sensitive skin? As experts in sensitive skin we can help you to build the best a hypoallergic routine using our scent-free essentials for allergy-prone skin.

Step 1: Scent Free Cleanser

Our hypoallergenic facial cleanser is the gentle way to bring calm to sensitive skin as you cleanse. Dermatologically tested and suitable for all skin types, it’s clinically proven to be kind to sensitive skin.

“The only cleanser that I can safely use without a flare up! Removes my make up perfectly.” Joanna

Step 2: Scent Free Calming Serum

Your shortcut to skin-soft hydration, this hypoallergenic face serum instantly calms to help restore soft skin comfort. Dermatologically tested and suitable for ultra-sensitive skin, it’s clinically proven to be kind to sensitive skin.

“I have been using this serum for a while now. It instantly soothes and calms my sensitive skin. Then I apply the scent free moisturiser.” Karen

Step 3 (day): Scent Free Facial SPF15 Sun Cream

Clinically proven to be kind to sensitive skin, this hypoallergenic SPF day cream is your dermatologically tested shield against sun damage. Apply it every day and discover a gentle but effective way to protect your skin without irritation.

Step 3 (night): Scent Free 24-Hour Cream

This is our No.1 best-selling hypoallergenic moisturiser. We love it because it gives all the performance of a standard product, whilst also being brilliant for sensitive skin. Its unscented formula adds plump and glow, and is enriched with age-reversing botanical Baicalin for action on fine lines.

“I’m usually really sensitive to all face creams and the problem seems to have worsened with age. Over the moon to have found this. It does an amazing job of moisturising my very dry skin for the whole day and doesn’t cause the usual blemishes or skin reactions. 100% recommend.” Anonymous.

Can you be allergic to hypoallergenic products?

Does your skin feel like it reacts to absolutely everything? As experts in sensitive skin, we understand your frustration.

It is possible to be allergic to the gentlest of plant ingredients so, sadly, it is not possible to create 100% hypoallergenic or allergy-free skin care products.

However, the gentle formulation of organic skin care products means that they are less likely to aggravate skin allergies and conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, rosacea and sensitive skin.

If you have ultra-sensitive skin, avoid any known allergy triggers where possible. Also, always test new skin care products on your inner forearm before use and discontinue use if irritation occurs.

Is scent-free, hypoallergenic skin care what your skin needs? Our UK customer care team are experts in sensitive skin and are happy to help you build the best routine for your allergy-prone skin. We are always happy to talk through the specific ingredients you need to avoid and give full disclosure of the ingredients that go into our products.

If you would like to talk to us, please call us on 01403 740350 or message us on social at @GreenPeopleUK.

Reviewed by:

This blog post has been reviewed by Charlotte Vøhtz, founder of Green People, who has 25+ years of experience in the natural and organic beauty industry. A recognised leader in the field of organic beauty, Charlotte helped inform the UK's first organic beauty standards and was voted the People’s Choice in the 2023 and 2024 list of Who’s Who in Natural Beauty. A published author, she wrote the organic beauty bible ‘Naturally Gorgeous’. Previously, she qualified as a nurse and spent over 10 years working in pharmaceuticals. 

Disclaimer:

The contents of this blog post should be treated as information only. Please consult a medical professional if you have any health-related concerns or symptoms.

 

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FAQs:

  • What cream can I use on my sensitive face?

    Sensitive skin needs gentle, hypoallergenic skin care, and
    Green People’s sensitive collection is perfect for this. Build your best routine with Calming
    Skin Essentials Set
    , the best scent-free skin care starter set for sensitive skin.

  • Why is my skin so sensitive to everything?

    Skin is our first defence against our environment, and it can be easily irritated by heat, chemicals, pollution and the environment. Everyone has their own sensitivity triggers, and a dermatologist can help you
    identify yours.

  • How to reduce the hypersensitivity of skin?

    Sensitive skin is a condition, not a skin type. To reduce hypersensitivity, use gentle skin care to nurture a strong and healthy skin barrier and avoid these known sensitivity triggers:

    • Harsh ingredients in personal care products
    • Abrasive exfoliants
    • Synthetic fabrics and metals (Clothes, jewellery and linen)
    • Hot and hard water
    • Chemical detergents, e.g. household cleaners
  • What is the most common skin allergy?

    Methylisothiazolinone, artificial perfumes and PPD are some
    of the cosmetic ingredients that are most likely cause allergic reactions on the skin. At Green People we do not use any of these, nor any other ingredients that are closely related to skin irritation and sensitive skin, such as SLS and
    ethyl alcohol (ethanol). Our Scent Free range is the best choice if you have skin allergies as it is also free from essential oils. 

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