The winter months are an especially trying time for those with sensitive skin. Skin becomes drier and more irritated and finding products that soothe and hydrate the skin, without further aggravating it, become essential. Today I will be introducing you to some great new products for both face and body that are formulated to replenish and repair dry skin with soothing ingredients that are safe and gentle for sensitive skin types. And yes, apparently blue is the universal color for sensitive skin product packaging!
Bioderma Atoderm – The Bioderma Atoderm range of products is targeted at those with very dry to atopic sensitive skin. They contain demo-patented formulas to restore the hydrolipidic film of skin that lacks moisture and lipids.
Bioderma recently released a new 1 litre size of the Bioderma Atoderm Shower Gel ($19.95 CAD/1L) which is a gentle soap-free foaming shower gel. The size and pump dispenser are perfect for the shower. I was surprised to see however that the formula does include sulphates.
Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Mannitol, Xylitol, Rhamnose, Fructooligosaccharides, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Disodium Edta, Capryloyl Glycine, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Fragrance (Parfum). [Bi 548V1]
The Bioderma Atoderm PP Balm ($29.95 CAD/500ml) is a quick absorbing cream that soothes irritation and itching while repairing and protecting skin’s barrier and biological balance. It comes in a convenient large pump bottle for easy full body application. The formula features:
- Écodéfensine® patented complex to regulate the skin’s ecosystem and preserves its biological balance.
- Vitamin PP/B3 and moisturising agents to repair and strengthen the skin barrier.
- Zanthalene to lastingly soothe irritation and itching.
Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Paraffinum Liquidum/Mineral Oil/Huile Minerale, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Sucrose Stearate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Fructooligosaccharides, Mannitol, Xylitol, Rhamnose, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Peumus Boldus Leaf Extract, Zanthoxylum Bungeanum Fruit Extract, Tribehenin, Pentylene Glycol, Glyceryl Behenate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Oleyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium Edta . [Bi 560]
Bioderma Atoderm Lips ($6.95 CAD) This stick balm featuring shea butter repairs and protects lips with smooth texture and natural raspberry flavor. It is available for a limited time as a duo for $9.95 CAD.
Ingredients: Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), Paraffin, Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina), Synthetic Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Lauryl Pca, Beeswax (Cera Alba), Tocopherol, Lecithin, Arachidyl Propionate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ethyl Linolenate, Bht, Ethyl Linoleate, Ethyl Oleate, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Octyldodecanol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Fragrance (Parfum). [Bi 577]
The Jouviance Skin Rescue Intense Repair Cream ($30 CAD/40 ml) is a beautiful silky cream that is rich in biolipids to calm and nourish dry, flaking, rough, cracking, and irritated skin. What I love about this cream is that it is so hydrating without being greasy and it restores the skin’s barrier without the waxy, heavy texture. It can be used on face and body, (although the tube is too small for body use as far as I’m concerned), and it is even safe for use on the eye area and on the eyelids themselves. It is free of silicones, parabens, sulphates, phthalates, mineral oils, artificial colors, and fragrances. It is not tested on animals. I think this is probably my favorite product in the roundup. The formula features:
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Ceramide 3 & 6
- Omega 3, 6 & 9
- Vitamin E
- Cholesterol
- Shea Butter
- Sacha inchi seed oil
Ingredients: Aqua, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Coco- Caprylate, PPG-2 Myristyl Ether Propionate, Caprylic/ Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Phenoxyethanol, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Sorbitan Oleate, Sorbitan Laurate, Myristyl Phospho- Malate, Cholesterol, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6, Phytoshingosine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Cetyl Palmitate, Inulin Lauryl Carbamate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Citric Acid.
February 2016 introduces a newly reformulated Cliniderm Soothing Cream Face & Body ($20 CAD/100ml) that provides even more hydrating and soothing properties with a fast absorbing, light texture. The non-irritating formula offers up to 48 hour hydration and also comes in a larger 390ml tub for $30 CAD. It is free of parabens, dyes, perfume, lanolin, formaldehyde, and proteins and features the following ingredients:
- Hydroviton PLUS – composed of hyaluronic acid, natural sugars, and moisturizer to reinforce skins barrier function and retain moisture over time.
- Shea Butter to soothe and retain moisture.
- Vitamin F to soothe and soften skin and restore impaired lipid barrier.
- Rosemary Extract to protect against environmental aggressions.
Marcelle Ultra Gentle Moisturizing Cream ($18.95/50ml) is a lightweight cream that instantly hydrates and soothes while strengthening the skin’s natural barrier. It is recognized by the Canadian Dermatology Association. It is free of parabens, perfume, oil, and masking agents and is hypo-allergenic.
Ingredients: aqua/water/eau, isopropyl myristate, glycerin ,glyceryl stearate, hydrogenated polyisobutene, cetyl alcohol, panthenol, xylitylglucoside, anhydroxylitol, xylitol, allantoin, stearamidopropyl diemthylamine, polysorbate 60, lactic acid, cetrimonium bromide, phenoxyethanol, sodium hydroxide
Coming in March 2016 are the new Dial Soothing Care Products with Collagen. The new Dial Soothing Care Body Wash ($6.99 CAD/473ml) and Dial Soothing Care Liquid Hand Soap ($4.99 CAD/221ml) are dermatologist tested to be gentle on sensitive skin all while offering a soothing scent and rich lather with collagen and moisturizers.
If you experience sensitive skin then there is a good chance you are also sensitive to adhesives. My children and I are very sensitive to the ingredients in standard adhesive products and usually end up with a worse wound from the bandages than the one we originally bandaged. If you are looking for adhesive products that won’t irritate your sensitive skin then the Nexcare Sensitive Skin range is the place to look.
Nexcare™ Sensitive Skin Adhesive Pads feature an innovative adhesive silicone technology unlike any other dressing in the market place. Ideal for protecting wounds such as cuts, minor burns, abrasions and post-surgical incisions.
- Absorbent, non-stick pad wicks fluids away from the wound
- Clinically designed for fragile or sensitive skin
- Constant adhesive strength for as long as it’s left in place, unlike traditional adhesive dressings that increases adhesion over time
- Clean removal and minimal hair pulling
- Repositionable and water resistant
- Hypoallergenic adhesive and latex free
Nexcare™ Sensitive Skin Tape is a tape that is clinically designed for fragile or sensitive skin and is even safe to use on infants and the elderly. It features a constant adhesive strength for as long as it’s left in place, unlike traditional tape that increases adhesion over time.
- Pain-free removal, yet holds securely; proprietary silicone adhesive achieves new level of gentle, yet secure, performance
- Tears easily by hand, no scissors needed
- Repositionable
- Patented paper blend backing for breathability
- Water resistant; can be worn while showering
- Used in hospitals
- Hypoallergenic
Nexcare™ Sensitive Skin Eye Patches are clinically designed for the extra sensitive skin around the eye. A central non-adherent pad prevents eye secretions from sticking. Ideal for treating amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (crossed eyes) as part of doctor recommended treatment.
- Constant adhesive strength for as long as it’s left in place, unlike traditional adhesive eye patches that increases adhesion over time
- Clean removal and minimal hair pulling
- Patented paper blend backing for breathability
- Repositionable and water resistant
- Hypoallergenic and latex free
You can look for all of these soothing skin care products at various drugstores across Canada.
Product provided for my consideration. All reviews are always my own honest and unbiased opinions.
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