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Sensitive or Sensitised Skin?

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Think your skin is sensitive? It might be… but it might also just be sensitised. And yes, there’s a big difference – one that could totally change how you treat your skin.

In this Expert episode, Sadaf and Tegan unpack the key differences between true sensitive skin (like eczema, rosacea or a lifelong reactive skin type) and sensitised skin (which is often the result of overdoing it with actives, harsh products or environmental stress). We break down the signs, the triggers, and how to rebuild your skin barrier so your face stops freaking out at literally everything.

Plus, we share:
Affordable ways to fade post-acne scarring
Our own dirty little beauty secrets (you’re not alone)
A few confessions that maybe should’ve stayed off-mic…

If your skin’s been moody, red, stingy, or just off, this one’s for you.

Products Mentioned:
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+
The Ordinary Soothing & Barrier Support Serum
Avene Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm
Dermalogica Ultracalming Mist or Serum
d'Alba White Truffle First Spray Serum 100ml

Join the conversation in our Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.

This episode is proudly sponsored by Hada Labo. Shop the cult Japanese brand's new Premium range now at Adore Beauty.

Credits:
Hosts: Tegan Mac and Sadaf Razi
Producer: Jasmine Riley

For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit adorebeauty.com.au

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Adore Beauty acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and podcast. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Think your skin is sensitive? It might be&hellip; but it might also just be sensitised. And yes, there&rsquo;s a big difference &ndash; one that could totally change how you treat your skin.
In this Expert episode, Sadaf and Tegan unpack the key differences between true sensitive skin (like eczema, rosacea or a lifelong reactive skin type) and sensitised skin (which is often the result of overdoing it with actives, harsh products or environmental stress). We break down the signs, the triggers, and how to rebuild your skin barrier so your face stops freaking out at literally everything.
Plus, we share:
<ul>
<li>Affordable ways to fade post-acne scarring</li>
<li>Our own dirty little beauty secrets (you&rsquo;re not alone)</li>
<li>A few confessions that maybe should&rsquo;ve stayed off-mic&hellip;</li>
</ul>
If your skin&rsquo;s been moody, red, stingy, or just&nbsp;off, this one&rsquo;s for you.
Products Mentioned:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/p/la-roche-posay/la-roche-posay-cicaplast-soothing-repairing-balm.html?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast">La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/p/the-ordinary/the-ordinary-soothing-barrier-support-serum-30ml.html?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast">The Ordinary Soothing &amp; Barrier Support Serum</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/p/avene/avene-tolerance-control-soothing-skin-recovery-balm-40ml.html?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast">Avene Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Balm</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/p/dermalogica/dermalogica-ultracalming-mist-177ml.html?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast">Dermalogica Ultracalming Mist or Serum</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/p/dalba/dalba-white-truffle-first-spray-serum-100ml.html?utm_source=omny&amp;utm_medium=podcast">d'Alba White Truffle First Spray Serum 100ml</a></li>
</ul>
Join the conversation in our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/484267299748882/">Beauty IQ Uncensored Facebook Group</a>&nbsp;to discuss this episode, swap beauty tips, and submit your questions for future shows.
This episode is proudly sponsored by Hada Labo. Shop the cult Japanese brand's new Premium range now at Adore Beauty.
Credits:
<ul>
<li>Hosts:&nbsp;Tegan Mac and Sadaf Razi</li>
<li>Producer:&nbsp;Jasmine Riley</li>
</ul>
For more beauty insights and exclusive offers, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/">adorebeauty.com.au</a>
<a href="https://www.adorebeauty.com.au/disclaimer.html">Disclaimer</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">Privacy Policy</a>
Adore Beauty acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and podcast. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Beauty IQ Uncensored is Adore Beauty’s must-listen podcast for straight-talking beauty lovers. Each week, we bring you two episodes filled with product reviews, skincare deep dives, and unfiltered beauty chat—because beauty should be fun, not confusing.

Mondays – Beauty IQ Uncensored: Beauty journos Mel and Hannah get into the good, the bad, and the unhinged of beauty. Expect trending product road tests, viral beauty deep dives, and your most hilarious beauty confessions.

Wednesdays – Beauty IQ Expert: Beauty editor Sadaf and skin therapist Tegan tackle the science of beauty. From skincare myths to ingredient breakdowns and pro tips, this is your go-to for expert-backed beauty advice.

DM us your questions @adorebeauty

www.adorebeauty.com.au

Beauty IQ Uncensored is&nbsp;<a href="http://www.adorebeauty.com.au">Adore Beauty</a>&rsquo;s must-listen podcast for straight-talking beauty lovers. Each week, we bring you two episodes filled with product reviews, skincare deep dives, and unfiltered beauty chat&mdash;because beauty should be fun, not confusing.
Mondays &ndash; Beauty IQ Uncensored: Beauty journos Mel and Hannah get into the good, the bad, and the unhinged of beauty. Expect trending product road tests, viral beauty deep dives, and your most hilarious beauty confessions.
Wednesdays &ndash; Beauty IQ Expert: Beauty editor Sadaf and skin therapist Tegan tackle the science of beauty. From skincare myths to ingredient breakdowns and pro tips, this is your go-to for expert-backed beauty advice.
DM us your questions <a href="https://www.instagram.com/adorebeauty">@adorebeauty</a>
<a href="http://www.adorebeauty.com.au">www.adorebeauty.com.au</a>

Beauty IQ Uncensored

Sensitive or sensitised—do you know the difference? Sadaf and Tegan break it down, including how to spot the signs, calm reactive skin, and rebuild your barrier. Plus: budget-friendly scar-fading tips and beauty confessions we maybe should’ve kept to ourselves…