Facial skin irritation happens due to many reasons like a bad reaction to artificial fragrances, dyes or preservatives in beauty products. It can also be caused when certain cosmetic products get exposed to sunlight react negatively, like an allergy.

Exfoliate your face on a regular basis. Don’t exfoliate more than once every 3 days, and make sure there is at least a two-day break each time.

Always properly wash off all of your make-up before going to bed. Leaving cosmetics on overnight will definitely cause skin irritation. Use warm water and gentle cleanser to remove all that makeup every evening.

Use sunscreen, especially in humid or hot climate. The sun can dry out your skin and can cause redness and irritation on parts of your face. Protecting yourself with a sunscreen that has SPF-15 or higher will help prevent sun irritation.

Give yourself a ‘milk facial’. If your skin always seems to get inflamed easily, then prepare a mix with 1/2 cup of milk and 1/2 cup of water. The facial soothes the skin and reduces age-lines naturally. Make the time to pamper your face with a milk facial at least twice a week. Rinse your face off with warm water before and after your facial.

Treat your face with baking soda water. Use a soft cloth and a mix of 1/8th cup of baking soda and a cup of water. Do not scrub, but pat your face gently. You can also soak a washcloth in this mixture and keep it on for ten to twenty minutes like a face mask. Be sure to wash it off with warm water once done.

There are also natural cures to relieve skin irritation like using lavender essential oil, chamomile and arnica Montana, all derived from the flowers and buds of the respective plants. The main advantage of using plant-based products is that are appropriate for oily, dry or sensitive skin, and are less likely to aggravate your irritated skin any further.

If you regularly experience skin irritation, don’t disregard what you’re eating. Whatever you eat will affect your skin. This also applies to any cosmetics or health and beauty products that you use. Check in with your dermatologist regarding possible allergies that are quite common.