Are you suffering from red, inflamed skin that leaves you looking permanently embarrassed? This type of redness is a common complaint for those who suffer with acne, rosacea, or sensitive skin. Sure, redness is easily covered with make-up, but why cover it up when you can fix the underlying causes instead?
That’s where the right skincare ingredients come in!
A number of skincare ingredients are excellent at targeting the underlying causes of redness and skin flushing, such as inflammation and irritation.
These ingredients generally work by directly reducing inflammation or by improving the skin’s barrier function and, thus, soothing and calming the skin.
Before we dive deep into the details of these redness-reducing skincare ingredients, let’s have a quick look at the role of the skin’s barrier and why damage to this barrier can cause irritation and inflammation.