Changes to the skin is found to be amongst the most common of reported side effects of cancer treatment. Which is why having a routine to work with, and not against your body is crucial to help your skin to restore and rejuvenate itself. Spending a few minutes morning and evening on your skin can make all the difference, with just a few things to keep in mind.

Ingredients To Avoid

Research has found that most people undergoing treatment experience some form of sensitivity, dryness, discolouration and even report rashes on the skin. Beyond affecting the appearance of the skin, broken skin can also increase susceptibility to infection – making adopting a simple routine all the more important. Because of this increased sensitivity, there are a few ingredients that might be better avoided. Known common allergens such as perfume, essential oils and preservatives can end up damaging an already compromised skin barrier due to the overly harsh/stripping nature of these ingredients. 

Similarly, petroleum derived products work to form a barrier on the skin, the result of this however can be clogged pores, therefore increasing the likelihood of breakouts and increased sensitivity. Avoiding this harsh ingredients is the first step to care for your skin.

Tips For Reading Ingredients 

In order to really care for the microbiome of the skin, understanding ingredients lists can be very helpful. Which is why opting for products that provide a clear ingredient list in simple terms means you can make better choices when it comes to what you are applying to your skin day to day. For instance, you might notice terms like Linalool and Citronellal listed in your products, which aren’t particularly clear at first sight that they are referring to synthetic fragrance. Which is why at Vemel, we state each and every ingredient simply as what they are – because knowing what you’re applying on your skin really should be that simple. 

On top of this, skincare products are always listed in order of proportion – meaning the first few ingredients listed are what makes up the bulk of the product. So when looking through your routine you may notice many products are made up mostly of water and alcohols, which explains perfectly why so many products claiming to soothe the skin can end up having the opposite affect. Being proudly waterless, alcohol, essential oil and synthetic fragrance free, you can apply your Vemel products knowing every ounce is filled with goodness. And with purely organic ingredients, your skin is able to benefit from nature’s goodness in its purest form, and for skin sensitivity this can make the difference in achieving the soothed skin you’re looking for.

Moisturise and Hydrate!

Implementing a routine that focuses primarily on delivering hydration and moisture to the skin, and less so on regular exfoliation is key for those suffering with struggling skin. So reducing your face masks to once every one or two weeks can help your skin to continue to build its moisture barrier back up. Instead, start your routine with a gentle cleanser which does not leave your skin feeling parched – the Vemel No.1 Cleansing Oil is the perfect first step to gently cleanse away any impurities, whilst keeping your moisture barrier intact. Follow this up with a hydrating and repairative serum like the Vemel Active Radiance Serum to give a boost of antioxidants to the skin, working to repair and renew it. Finally, including a deeply nourishing moisturiser like the Vemel Vitamin Rich Face Butter is the perfect final step to lock in moisture and hydration.

Whilst we may not be medical professionals and will never claim to be, we at Vemel know the natural skincare industry inside out and continue to dedicate ourselves to help you solve your skin struggles, whatever the circumstance.