Skin type recipes

Sensitive Skin Gentle Rituals

Very simple DIY beauty ideas for sensitive-looking or reactive skin — short ingredient lists, patch testing and calm routines.

Best ingredientsAloe vera, oats, rice water
Start hereAloe oat soothing mask
AvoidTurmeric, lemon and essential oils at first
Gentle

Aloe Oat Soothing Mask

Apply a thin layer for 5–10 minutes and rinse cool.

  • 1 tbsp aloe vera gel
  • 1 tbsp oat flour

Prep: Use pure store-bought aloe gel, or fresh aloe plant gel if rinsed well and patch tested. Blend oats to make oat flour.

Safety: patch test first, avoid the eye area and stop if irritation appears.

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Calm

Plain Oat Comfort Compress

Press gently on skin for a few minutes; do not rub.

  • Oat water
  • Soft cotton pad
Safety: patch test first, avoid the eye area and stop if irritation appears.
Simple

Rice Water Quick Rinse

Use briefly and rinse if skin feels tight.

  • Fresh rice water
  • Cool water

Prep: Rinse 1 tbsp rice, soak with 3 tbsp clean water for 30 minutes, stir and strain. Use fresh.

Safety: patch test first, avoid the eye area and stop if irritation appears.

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