Skincare Tips for Allergy Season: How to Soothe and Protect Sensitive Skin
Share
Spring brings sunshine, warmer weather, and blooming flowers—but for many of us, it also brings itchy eyes, sneezing, and irritated skin. While seasonal allergies are often associated with sinus troubles, they can also wreak havoc on your skin.
If your complexion feels dry, itchy, or extra sensitive during allergy season, you’re not alone. Here’s why it happens—and what you can do to take care of your skin until the pollen clears.
Why Allergy Season Affects Your Skin
When you're exposed to pollen or other allergens, your body produces histamines to fight them off. That immune response leads to inflammation, which can show up as:
- Puffy or red eyes
- Dry, flaky skin
- Itchy patches or rashes
- Sensitivity around your nose and mouth
Frequent rubbing, sneezing, and using tissues only add to the irritation, especially around the most sensitive areas of your face.
6 Simple Skincare Tips to Get You Through Allergy Season
1. Keep It Gentle
Now’s not the time for strong exfoliants or heavily fragranced products. Switch to a mild, non-foaming cleanser and a simple moisturizer with calming ingredients like aloe vera, hyaluronic acid, or ceramides.
2. Hydrate Your Skin and Your Space
Allergy meds and indoor heating/cooling can dry you out. Use a humidifier to add moisture back into the air, and drink plenty of water to support your skin from the inside out.
3. Wash Away Allergens
After spending time outdoors, pollen can cling to your skin, hair, and clothes. Make it a habit to wash your face - and ideally, shower - when you return inside to remove irritants.
4. Protect Sensitive Areas
Your nose and lips often take the brunt of allergy symptoms. Use a barrier balm or ointment to protect against chafing from tissues and apply lip balm regularly to avoid cracking.
5. Stick to Mineral Sunscreens
Even when your skin feels irritated, you still need SPF. Mineral sunscreens with zinc oxide or titanium dioxide are less likely to cause reactions than chemical sunscreens and provide great protection.
6. Try Deodorizing Soaps with Natural Ingredients
Increased sweating and body odor can come with warmer weather and allergy stress. A natural deodorizing soap, like one made with Japanese persimmon, can help you stay fresh without drying or irritating your skin.
Final Thoughts
Your skin works hard as your first line of defense, especially during allergy season. By simplifying your routine, keeping your skin clean and hydrated, and using gentle, nourishing products, you can minimize irritation and feel more comfortable in your skin.
Need help choosing the right products for sensitive skin? We're here to help!