How to stay beautiful with sensitive skin?

Many suffer from a condition they cannot avoid because it’s believed to be attributed to heredity.  We all want to be beautiful so there are solutions.  Stay away from products which have fragrance, dyes, and harsh chemicals.  Even if you do not have the luxury to go to a Clinique counter and have them pick out dozens of overpriced cosmetics that are believed to "take care of the problem".  First, sensitive skin is not a problem it’s just something to consider when buying cosmetics.  NOT the end of the world.

1) Make sure you use a good moisturizer at night before bed and it will work overnight to nourish the pores.

2) Stay away from harsh cosmetics, the best products are mineral based and these do not have the ingredients that will irritate your skin

3) Apply a moisturizer always prior to makeup application...this builds a small wall between your face and the makeup.

What brands to wear?

-Almay is one of the best drugstore brands.  Their line is catered to those with sensitive skin. 

-I also highly recommend ELF mineral line.  The only problem with ELF is they do not have a great variety when it comes to shades and finish.  There are not many matte finish eye shadows and most are overly sparkly and not fit for daily use.

-Neutrogena is also a brand that has items catered to the sensitive consumer.

What about higher end brands?

-Clinique is a great brand which will assess your skin before you buy (but, warning its not cheap)

-Bare Minerals which is sold at Sephora also works.  Buy one of their "Get the look sets" which are sold at Sephora & Ulta (where I live we do not have Ulta but it can be purchased online at www.ulta.com- they also carry many mineral based drugstore brands) 

There are also many others.  I recommend trying some out, but if you are going for a high end brand try to get a sample size first so you are not left standing with a bottle of something you spent good money for that you cannot even use.  If you suffer from oily skin and/or lids don’t forget to apply primer and a decent translucent powder (it doesn’t have to be overpriced either).

Remember you are not missing anything when it comes to choosing to wear only mineral based makeup.  Chemicals are only put in products to preserve shelf life.  You are defiantly better without it no matter your skin type.  Also get regular facials, seeing an esthetician regularly can make all the difference.

Until next time divas :)