Breadcrumbs ![The Sensitive Skin Heroes Our Beauty Experts Swear By](https://media.sheerluxe.com/Bef7vxJB5mXwSXw5E95SZs_LWQY=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F01%2Fsl-site-assets-200126-thumb-hero-sensitive-skin-reccs.jpg) Image: @BeautyOfJoseon_Official [Skincare](/beauty/skincare) / 20 January 2026 # The Sensitive Skin Heroes Our Beauty Experts Swear By Whether your skin is ultra-sensitive, needs calming post-treatment or is simply reacting to dry, cold weather, most of us need a soothing formula at some point. From comforting creams to high-street heroes, these are the products our beauty experts rely on to restore balance. ByJenn George / [ Save To My Favourites ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/50058) Image: @BeautyOfJoseon_Official All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. ![](https://media.sheerluxe.com/S1XEL0GMktLV__yKkGlTxGBuqyk=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F01%2Fsl-editorial-200126-sensitive-skin-jenn.jpg) ## Jenn George, Beauty Director [Cicapair Intensive Soothing Repair Cream, £40 | Dr. Jart+](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=59805&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spacenk.com%2Fuk%2Fskincare%2Fmoisturisers%2Fday-moisturiser%2Fcicapair-intensive-soothing-repair-cream-MUK200048634.html) [Calming Serum Green Tea + Panthenol, £15 | Beauty of Joseon ](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fbeauty-of-joseon-calming-serum-green-tea-panthenol-30ml%2F14866963%2F) [Camomile Sumptuous Makeup Cleansing Butter, £7 | The Body Shop](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=7899&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thebodyshop.com%2Fproducts%2Fcamomile-sumptuous-makeup-cleansing-butter) [R&R Glow Recovery Cream, £95 | Sarah Chapman](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=59805&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spacenk.com%2Fuk%2Fskincare%2Fmoisturisers%2Fday-moisturiser%2Frr-glow-recovery-cream-MUK200050027.html) “As I’ve got older, my skin has definitely become more reactive – easily irritated by fragrance, strong actives or aesthetic treatments. Lately, I’ve been relying on Korean skincare, as the formulas tend to be gentle and non-irritating. Dr Jart’s buttery [Cicapair Cream](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=59805&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spacenk.com%2Fuk%2Fskincare%2Fmoisturisers%2Fday-moisturiser%2Fcicapair-intensive-soothing-repair-cream-MUK200048634.html) is a staple; it contains centella – a plant-based extract common in K-beauty – to soothe and strengthen the skin. If I’m feeling itchy or inflamed, I’ll slather it on at night and in the morning, I follow up with Beauty of Joseon’s [Green Tea Serum](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fbeauty-of-joseon-calming-serum-green-tea-panthenol-30ml%2F14866963%2F), which combines centella with calming, antioxidant-rich green tea. I love a cleansing balm, but heavily scented formulas can aggravate sensitivity, so I use The Body Shop’s [camomile version](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=7899&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thebodyshop.com%2Fproducts%2Fcamomile-sumptuous-makeup-cleansing-butter) when needed – it still feels luxurious but calms rather than compromises my skin. Post-treatment (after microneedling or laser) I always reach for Sarah Chapman’s [R&R Cream](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=59805&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spacenk.com%2Fuk%2Fskincare%2Fmoisturisers%2Fday-moisturiser%2Frr-glow-recovery-cream-MUK200050027.html), which is designed specifically for stressed skin and delivers instant comfort while visibly reducing redness.” --- ![](https://media.sheerluxe.com/n2lP0Rj2f-pCzI7WxX2TG41yTls=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F01%2Fsl-editorial-200126-sensitive-skin-orin.jpg) ## Orin Carlin, Beauty Writer [Cicaplast Balm B5 Multi-Purpose Repairing Balm, £8.80 (was £11) | La Roche-Posay](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fla-roche-posay-cicaplast-balm-b5-multi-purpose-repairing-balm-40ml%2F13938507%2F) [Triple Hyaluronic Acid, £40 | Beauty Pie](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=12780&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautypie.com%2Fproducts%2Ftriple-hyaluronic-acid-serum) [Daily Moisturiser With SPF50, £21.99 | Skin + Me](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2041&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots.com%2Fskin-and-me-daily-moisturiser-with-spf50-for-dry-to-normal-skin-24ml-10363902) [Blue Orchid Treatment Oil, £45 | Clarins](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=37335&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.clarins.co.uk%2Fblue-orchid-treatment-oil---dehydrated-skin%2F80083849.html) “I’m extremely lucky that I don’t have generally sensitive skin, only occasional bouts of sensitivity when I’m run down. Even so, I never travel without a small tube of [Cicaplast](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fla-roche-posay-cicaplast-balm-b5-multi-purpose-repairing-balm-40ml%2F13938507%2F), a rightful skincare icon, so I’m prepared for every eventuality – bites, stings, sunburn, you name it. If I’m experiencing a reaction from testing strong active formulas, I strip my routine back and keep everything super simple. A recent discovery for me is Beauty Pie’s [Triple Hyaluronic Acid](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=12780&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.beautypie.com%2Fproducts%2Ftriple-hyaluronic-acid-serum) and it ticks all the boxes: quenching, comfortable and – crucially – ultra-gentle. For daytime, I’ll use Skin + Me’s [SPF](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2041&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots.com%2Fskin-and-me-daily-moisturiser-with-spf50-for-dry-to-normal-skin-24ml-10363902) – one of the only protective moisturisers that doesn’t make my eyes water. It also contains ectoin for that extra barrier support. Then in the evening, I’ll massage my skin with a nourishing oil. There are plenty of great options out there but Clarins’ [ Blue Orchid Treatment Oil](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=37335&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.clarins.co.uk%2Fblue-orchid-treatment-oil---dehydrated-skin%2F80083849.html) is such a classic, it always does the trick.” ![](https://media.sheerluxe.com/AuMvWEt7lhFgMvs5H6rbFjC_M3A=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F01%2Fsl-editorial-200126-sensitive-skin-rhea.jpg) ## Rhea Cartwright, Beauty Contributor [Deep Gentle Cleanser Cleansing Lotion, £50 | QMS Medicosmetics ](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fqms-medicosmetics-deep-gentle-cleanser-cleansing-lotion-200ml%2F12541496%2F) [ATOBARRIER365 Cream, £26 | AESTURA](https://sephora.prf.hn/click/camref:1101l5hxvM/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.co.uk%2Fp%2Faestura-atobarrier365-cream-skin-barrier-strenghtening-moisturizing-cream%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoqru9YhHLSObQJK0oODZkV8zGrJnilA2tmJx7WeWIDETSCysN2F) [Phyto Corrective Hyaluronic Acid Serum Gel, £80 | SkinCeuticals ](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fskinceuticals-phyto-corrective-hyaluronic-acid-serum-gel-30ml%2F11705715%2F) [Flawless Lip, £14 | Dr Sam's](https://drsambunting.com/products/flawless-lip?country=GB) “While my skin is typically very resilient, I have sensitive patches that are exacerbated by cold weather and microneedling. Whether it’s a chronic or acute bout of sensitivity, your cleanser will make or break how quickly you recover and the QMS [Cleansing Milk](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fqms-medicosmetics-deep-gentle-cleanser-cleansing-lotion-200ml%2F12541496%2F) is possibly the gentlest cleanser I’ve ever used. AESTURA is a Korean pharmacy pick that I’ve been using religiously – the [Atobarrier 365 Cream](https://sephora.prf.hn/click/camref:1101l5hxvM/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.co.uk%2Fp%2Faestura-atobarrier365-cream-skin-barrier-strenghtening-moisturizing-cream%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoqru9YhHLSObQJK0oODZkV8zGrJnilA2tmJx7WeWIDETSCysN2F) is like first aid for compromised skin, full of ceramides to soothe and strengthen. I used to work in a skin clinic and they’d always recommend Skinceuticals’ [Phyto Corrective Serum](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2082&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lookfantastic.com%2Fp%2Fskinceuticals-phyto-corrective-hyaluronic-acid-serum-gel-30ml%2F11705715%2F) as after-care for post-microneedling or laser treatments, which is a habit I’ve kept up. It’s oil-free, incredibly light and cooling, so ideal when skin feels inflamed and irritated. Nothing screams winter more than dry, chapped lips and while I have enough lip balms for every day of the week, Dr Sam’s [Flawless Lip](https://drsambunting.com/products/flawless-lip?country=GB) is the ultimate TLC. Containing only two ingredients, this will soothe and soften without leaving lips too glossy or fragranced.” ![](https://media.sheerluxe.com/xZNZHgyCNjMu2QyGDmc7Og5H0zE=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F01%2Fsl-editorial-200126-sensitive-skin-sapna.jpg) ## Sapna Rao, Fashion & Beauty Editor [Facial Spray With Aloe, Chamomile & Lavender, £6 | Mario Badescu](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=59805&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spacenk.com%2Fuk%2Fskincare%2Ftoner%2Fmists-sprays%2Ffacial-spray-with-aloe-chamomile-and-lavender-MUK200032852.html) [Peptide Glazing Fluid Dewy Gel Serum, £32 | Rhode ](https://sephora.prf.hn/click/camref:1101l5hxvM/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.co.uk%2Fp%2Frhode-peptide-glazing-fluid-dewy-gel-serum%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoond4vQVLZoIZReOG5x4IUyIaVivj7Jdd3aUCBNHOf0IbSxgIgD) [Nordic Hydra LÄHDE Water Gel, £10 (was £19.90) | Lumene](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2041&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots.com%2Flumene-nordic-hydra-water-gel-50ml-10364348) [Blemish Control Face Cleanser, £14.50 | CeraVe](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2041&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots.com%2Fcerave-blemish-control-face-cleanser-with-2-salicylic-acid-niacinamide-for-blemish-prone-skin-236ml-10297027) "As someone with incredibly sensitive, reactive skin, I’ve learned the hard way which products are worth my time – and which are not. From Mario Badescu’s lightweight, [calming mist](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=59805&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.spacenk.com%2Fuk%2Fskincare%2Ftoner%2Fmists-sprays%2Ffacial-spray-with-aloe-chamomile-and-lavender-MUK200032852.html) to the simple, stripped-back gel creams and serums from [Rhode](https://www.rhodeskin.com/), [Lumene](https://uk.lumene.com/) and [Summer Fridays](https://summerfridays.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooNgGt7qfQnwf1W68Pgl_Vz7UmNpWI5dmp0hOCL9qRLt8cW_D0A), I stick to formulas I know will support my skin barrier, won’t clog my pores and will leave my complexion smooth, calm and hydrated. If I could only keep one product in my routine, it would be the CeraVe [Blemish Control Cleanser](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=2041&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.boots.com%2Fcerave-blemish-control-face-cleanser-with-2-salicylic-acid-niacinamide-for-blemish-prone-skin-236ml-10297027) – it’s genuinely transformed my skin and is brilliant at removing make-up too." *more from* Beauty [View All Beauty](/beauty) ![What’s On Our Cyber Monday Wish List At Space NK](https://media.sheerluxe.com/gzgKvLvdgsXwZC8uUmWkMFHeVZY=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F12%2Fspace-nk-cybermon-hero.jpg) [Beauty](/beauty) / 01 December 2025 [## What’s On Our Cyber Monday Wish List At Space NK ](/beauty/whats-on-our-cyber-monday-wish-list-at-space-nk) ![Meet Our Party-Season Make-Up MVP ](https://media.sheerluxe.com/4ai9MafwmAdpIM2lM0WPJ8DaZp0=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fsl-site-assets-251125-thumb-commercial-laura-mercier.jpg) [Make-up](/beauty/make-up) / 01 December 2025 [## Meet Our Party-Season Make-Up MVP ](/beauty/make-up/meet-our-party-season-make-up-mvp) ![The Best High-Street Make-Up, As Chosen By A Pro](https://media.sheerluxe.com/gTftFJRaXeD1DS7FpXROm8lkivY=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fsl-site-assets-271125-thumb-hero-social-embed-mollie-b-high-street-make-up-2.png) [Make-up](/beauty/make-up) / 27 November 2025 [## The Best High-Street Make-Up, As Chosen By A Pro ](/beauty/make-up/the-best-high-street-make-up-as-chosen-by-a-pro) ![8 Under-£25 Anti-Ageing Moisturisers We Really Rate](https://media.sheerluxe.com/k2Qm1211BDoPhvyu-zmJraUzOFw=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2F2-sl-portrait-271125-anti-ageing-moisturisers.jpg) [Skincare](/beauty/skincare) / 27 November 2025 [## 8 Under-£25 Anti-Ageing Moisturisers We Really Rate ](/beauty/skincare/best-anti-wrinkle-moisturiser) ![The Luxe Beauty Gifts That Are Guaranteed To Impress This Christmas](https://media.sheerluxe.com/mRtTxSLR8EIScnog7Uc5YffQBUc=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fsl-site-assets-271125-thumb-dior-2.png) [Beauty](/beauty) / 27 November 2025 [## The Luxe Beauty Gifts That Are Guaranteed To Impress This Christmas ](/beauty/the-luxe-beauty-gifts-that-are-guaranteed-to-impress-this-christmas) ![Ten Make-Up Tips From Bobbi Brown](https://media.sheerluxe.com/XVNTOSd367SpFqO31ndDuTPxzVA=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F11%2Fsl-gold-171125-site-assets-bobbi-brown-thumb.jpg) [Health & Beauty](/gold/health-beauty)/ 17 November 2025 [## Ten Make-Up Tips From Bobbi Brown ](/beauty/make-up/ten-make-up-tips-from-bobbi-brown) Share This Story [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?display=popup&redirect_uri=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com&u=https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fbeauty%2Fskincare%2Fproducts-for-sensitive-skin&t=The+Sensitive+Skin+Heroes+Our+Beauty+Experts+Swear+By) [ Pinterest ](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fbeauty%2Fskincare%2Fproducts-for-sensitive-skin&description=The+Sensitive+Skin+Heroes+Our+Beauty+Experts+Swear+By&media=) [ E-mail ]() DISCLAIMER: We endeavour to always credit the correct original source of every image we use. 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