Monday 19 September 2011



This weekend I treated yet another new client experiencing extreme sensitivity, with itching, stinging and redness and at a complete loss as to how to deal with it. Sound familiar?

All the above are the signs of sensitive skin, but the triggers behind these sensations are less clear; genetics, hormones, stress, chemical assaults, foods and even aggressive skin treatments can intensify skin's highly reactive state. In addition, environmental factors, ageing and lifestyle choices can all increase skin sensitisation.

Cold winds and low temperatures, sun exposure, pollution and chemical exposure in cleaning and household products can irritate and dry out skin, depriving it of lipids and moisture between cells that keep the protective layer of the skin intact. Without these substances skin is left unprotected against bacteria and irritant invation and moisture is drawn out. Did you know dry skin is a precurser to sensitised skin?

Whether skin is naturally sensitive or has become sensitized by external factors,the common factor behind sensitive skin is inflammation. When paired with the loss of skin’s protective barrier, skin health is compromised and becomes highly reactive.

How does it work?
Using active botanical extracts, Dermalogica have created the UltraCalming range, the first and only treatment system to target both immunogenic and neurogenic inflamation as well as reinforcing the skin’s lipid barrier layer. Dermalogica UltraCalming is the most advanced treatment system on the market for sensitised skin.

Immunogenic Inflammation
Triggered by the immune system, skin inflammation is caused by a foreign substance such as pollen or artificial fragrances.

Neurogenic Inflammation
Triggered by the nervous system, sensitized or inflamed skin may be the result of the environment, chemicals or physical and emotional stress.
Loss of Protective Barrier
Excess exfoliation, exposure to soap and water, even psychological stress can compromise the skin’s protective barrier, lowering tolerance against potential stressors resulting in sensitization and irritation.


UltraCalming Cleanser
An extremely gentle cleansing gel/cream that can either be rinsed off or gently removed with tissue or The Sponge Cloth. Helps combat skin sensitivity caused by exposure to pollution, harsh climate, stress, hormonal imbalance, irritating cosmetic products and other environmental influences. Contains no artificial fragrance or colour.

UltraCalming Mist
A soothing, hydrating mist that quickly relieves sensitivity while helping to calm redness, stinging and aggravated skin. Contains no artificial fragrance or colour.

UltraCalming Serum Concentrate
The antidote for skin sensitivity: a super-concentrated serum that helps calm, restore and defend sensitized skin. Contains no artificial fragrance or colour.

UltraCalming Relief Masque
A powerful, ultra-calming treatment masque enriched with Colloidal Oatmeal to soothe enraged skin and provide lasting relief from sensitized skin flare-ups, redness and rosacea.

Barrier Repair
A unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturiser that melts gently into sensitised skin to soothe and help repair damage caused by environmental aggressions from pollution, temperature extremes, irritating cosmetic products, harsh detergents, chemical exposure, stress, poor diet or hormonal factors. Formulated with Dermalogica's exclusive Anti-Ozonate Complex to protect skin from reactive ozone. Oil of Evening Primrose and emollient silicones provide a velvety feel, while strengthening the skin's natural lipid barrier to resist future damage. Shea Butter, Vitamin C and Bisabolol protect skin from dehydration, free radicals and inflammation.

UltraCalming Sensitized Skin Treatment Kit
Research shows that up to 50% of people suffer from sensitisation at any time* The Dermalogica UltraCalming™ Treatment Kit provides the most effective system for providing stinging, burning and redness relief

Dermalogica UltraCalming™ Treatment Kit contains :
Dermalogica UltraCalming Cleanser 50ml
Dermalogica UltraCalming Relief Masque 15ml
Dermalogica UltraCalming Serum Concentrate 10ml
Dermalogica UltraCalming Barrier Repair 10ml
Dermalogica UltraCalming Mist 50ml


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