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Why does my skin burn after I've applied a moisturizer?Maria from WIMJMaria from WIMJNovember 20, 2020

Q: My skin starts burning when I apply my moisturizer - even though it is from a brand recommended for sensitive skin. What is going on?

A: There are a few different reasons possible for why you experience a burning or stinging sensation during or after applying a moisturizer.

  • Your moisturizer might contain irritating ingredients. The most frequent culprits causing the sensation are essential oils and other natural fragrances. You, of course, can also have an individual sensitivity to any other ingredient in the product. The only way to stop the stinging and save your skin is to stop using the product and avoid the problematic ingredient going forward. 
  • The product’s pH is too low (acidic) for your skin. There are two scenarios possible here.

No matter the reason, a burning or stinging sensation in your skin is a clear sign that something is not quite right. Even if the stinging is caused by an active ingredient that you want to use, it’s best to pause and evaluate the risk carefully: is it doing more harm than good? Can I reduce the frequency of use or concentration? After all, gentle care and love is all our skin is longing for:). 

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