Soothing and Strengthening: Skincare for Dry, Sensitive & Redness-Prone Skin
Soothing and Strengthening: A Skincare Routine for Dry, Sensitive & Redness-Prone Skin
Dry and sensitive skin often signals a compromised skin barrier. Tightness, redness, and reactivity are common—especially in Denver’s dry air and seasonal temperature swings. At Jalan, we approach sensitive skin with one priority: strengthen first, treat second.
Understanding Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin reacts easily because it lacks sufficient lipid protection. Over-cleansing, harsh exfoliation, and frequent product switching often worsen symptoms.
The most effective routines are:
Minimal
Consistent
Barrier-focused
Daily Routine — Morning
1. Cream or Milk Cleanser
Avoid foaming cleansers.
Recommended: Naturopathica Oat & Calendula Cleansing Milk
How to use:
Massage gently onto dry or damp skin, rinse lightly or remove with warm cloth.
Key ingredients:
Oat extract — anti-inflammatory
Calendula — calming and healing
2. Calming Serum
Recommended: Circadia Aloe & Calendula
How to use:
Apply a thin layer to face and neck, pressing gently.
3. Barrier-Repair Moisturizer
Recommended: Circadia Daytime Control
Key ingredients:
Ceramide-supporting botanicals
Peptides — barrier reinforcement
4. Mineral SPF
Mineral sunscreens are typically better tolerated for sensitive skin. Ask about our in-house Jalan Facial Spa SPF available in-store!
Daily Routine — Evening
1. Gentle Cleanse
Repeat morning cleanser.
2. Minimal Exfoliation (1x weekly max)
If needed, use the gentlest enzyme exfoliant available.
3. Repair Serum
Recommended: Naturopathica Argan & Peptide Advanced Wrinkle Remedy Water Cream (can double as serum + cream)
4. Night Moisturizer
Apply generously, focusing on areas of redness or dryness.
Professional Care at Jalan
Facials designed for sensitive skin focus on calming masks, lymphatic massage, and hydration—not aggressive exfoliation. Treatments like the Signature Facial customized for sensitivity help rebuild tolerance safely.