It is a perception of one’s own skin being easily reactive to change in weather conditions, products applied or to stress. People who have a high degree of allergic component are more predisposed to it.

 

SIGNS & SYMPTOMS

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• Irritated , itchy or angry skin on application of day to day products.

• Redness with mild amount of scratching

 

The underlying reason for majority is-

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loss of skin barrier function and they are more susceptible to sunburns, allergic reactions, rosacea, acneiform eruptions and stinging sensations.

In such conditions hydration and moisturisation is the KEY.

 

Topical and oral medications should not be used without consultation with a qualified specialist as they cause excessive drying and redness of the skin.