Model Skincare Prep for Sensitive Skin

1. Keep It Gentle and Minimal

• Use fragrance-free, hypoallergenic products.

• Avoid harsh scrubs, alcohol-based toners, or anything with strong essential oils.

• Patch test any new product on the jawline or behind the ear.

2. Consistent Daily Skincare Routine

Morning:

• Cleanser: Use a gentle, creamy cleanser (like CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser or La Roche-Posay Toleriane).

• Toner (Optional): If skin tolerates it, use a calming toner with ingredients like rose water or chamomile.

• Moisturizer: Apply a barrier-repairing moisturizer with ceramides, niacinamide, or hyaluronic acid.

• Sunscreen: Choose a mineral (zinc oxide or titanium dioxide) SPF 30+ sunscreen, which is better tolerated by sensitive skin.

Evening:

• Repeat cleansing and moisturizing.

• Skip active treatments unless recommended by a dermatologist.

• Add a healing balm if the skin is irritated (like Avene Cicalfate or Aquaphor).

3. Weekly Treatments (1–2 times a week)

• Soothing Mask: Use calming sheet masks with aloe vera, oat, or centella asiatica.

• Gentle Exfoliation: If needed, use a mild enzyme exfoliator once a week—no physical scrubs.

4. Skin Barrier Support

• Look for products with ceramides, squalane, and peptides.

• Avoid over-washing or layering too many active ingredients.

5. Hydration Is Key

• Drink enough water.

• Consider a humidifier at night to avoid dryness, especially in AC environments or dry weather.

6. Night Before a Photoshoot

• Avoid new products.

• Use a calming sheet mask or gel mask.

• Apply a nourishing moisturizer and get good rest to reduce inflammation and puffiness.

7. On the Day of Makeup Application

• Gently cleanse and moisturize.

• Use a hydrating, silicone-free primer if tolerated.

• Let skincare absorb for 10–15 minutes before makeup begins.

• If skin is red or inflamed, a light layer of green-tinted calming cream or primer can help neutralize redness (e.g., Dr. Jart Cicapair Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment).