It is well-known and documented that most problems people experience with skin sensitivity occur during the summer. Excessive sun exposure, especially between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., will create the most sensitivity. Furthermore, perspiration, which releases a high sodium content to the skin, will act with the synthetic fabrics most people wear. This reaction can be prevented by proper skin cleansing and using an excellent moisturizer.

Water is a key ingredient in keeping the skin soft and flexible. Skin, particularly the horny layer, performs a significant protective role by providing a barrier against extraneous substances. The function of the horny layer is dependent on its elasticity, which is determined by the contents of fats and inorganic salts, as well as by its hydration state. By increasing the skin's humidity, the skin's elasticity is also increased.

Skin humidity is largely regulated by lipids in the horny layer. A complex lipid mixture is oriented, at least in part, as a bimolecular leaflet. Liposomes have been employed in cosmetics and skin care products for several years and have shown great success. Different names have been given to liposomes and nanosomes due to the small sizing of nanometers.

It is important for clients to use a product that stimulates penetration of active materials, is non-toxic, controls and stimulates moisture content, and shows positive effects in many formulations for different types of skin and usage in different environments. Having those benefits without harming the most sensitive of skin is very important.

SUGGESTED SENSITIVE SKIN TREATMENTS
Since skin differs from one client to the other, a professional consultation is of utmost importance. A proper interview with clients should eliminate potential problems. Illness; medication; exercise; physical problems; smoking; and alcohol, sugar, and soda intake all important
factors to know.

The most important task professionals must perform is a patch test with the product or products they will be using for the client's treatment. Professionals should perform the patch test on the lower inside arm and cover it with gauze and/or a bandage. Tell the client to leave it on for one day. If there is no irritation, the product is safe to use.

When treating clients with sensitive skin, use a cleanser that is best suited to their skin type. For dry skin, a rich, mild, milky cleanser is best. For oily skin, use a surfactant-based cleanser with no oils or a cleanser that is based in balancing herbs. For sensitive skin, use a light, foaming cleanser without any aggressive ingredients. All the cleansers should be pH balanced: not lower than 4 and not higher than 7.2.

After properly cleansing the skin, a pH-balanced toner must be used in the form of a spray mist application to create a normalization of skin pH, which protects against any form of sensitivity and prepares the skin for a proper application of a moisturizer and a serum for correcting purposes. A bi-weekly mask treatment is also helpful. Give the client a formula to follow up with at home. A disciplined follow up treatment at home is vital to seeing results.