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Sensitive Skin
Your one-stop-shop for sensitive skin remedies, from soothing moisturizers to science-backed tips and tricks from the experts.
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Retinol and Sensitive Skin: Everything You Need to Know to Avoid Irritation
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"Oilplaning" Is the Dermaplaning Alternative for Sensitive Skin—Here's What You Need to Know
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What Is a "Retinol Sandwich"—and Should You Try It?
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Skincare for Rosacea Is a Game-Changer: 6 Steps to Achieve Calm, Protected Skin
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The 15 Best Serums for Sensitive, Dehydrated Skin
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5 Vitamin C Alternatives for Those With Sensitive Skin
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The Best Low-pH Cleansers to Balance Your Skin
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10 Pollution-Proofing Products That Protect Your Skin From Smog
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5 Skincare Ingredients to Avoid if You Have Sensitive Skin
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Melatonin-Infused Skincare Has Calmed My Super Sensitive Skin
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5 Commandments of Chemical Peels for Sensitive, Acne-Prone Skin
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Wait—Can Cream Blush Cause Breakouts?
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Dermatologists Say Madecassoside Is a Promising Ingredient for Sensitive Skin
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How to "Reset" Your Skin When It's Having a Meltdown
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I Tried Superkind—Tata Harper's New Collection for Reactive Skin—And I'm Glowing
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What Hypoallergenic Really Means in Skincare and Cosmetics