Dos and Don’ts of Cosmetics for Patients with Sensitive Skin

Did you think that cosmetics were taboo for sensitive skin types? Well, think again. You can use cosmetics safely by following a few simple steps.

Dos of cosmetics

1. Use powder cosmetics with matte finish
2. Use new cosmetics
3. Wear light earth tones for eye shadow (tan, peach)
4. Apply a separate sun-block after topical medication and before cosmetics
5. Avoid cosmetics containing formaldehyde, propylene glycol, alcohol, toners
6. Use a brush applicator
7. Use facial foundation with matte finish
8. Wear only black mascara
9. Use pencil forms of eyeliner
10. Use mineral make up which has less chemicals and artificial colourings


Don’ts of cosmetics
1. Don’t use cream/liquid cosmetics
2. Don’t use old cosmetics
3. Don’t wear deep eye shadows (blue, purple, green or pink)
4. Don’t use cosmetics containing perfume
5. Don’t apply makeup with a sponge
6. Don’t massage creams into skin
7. Don’t use peeling “rejuvenating” agents
8. Don’t use light reflective powders
9. Don’t use nail polish
10. Don’t use waterproof eye cosmetics as they need to be removed by solvents, which can be irritating.