When is it Okay for My Skin Care Products to Tingle?

While many skin care products WILL cause a tingling sensation, it’s important to know when it’s normal— and when it’s not.

It’s normal to expect a tingling sensation from products containing the following ingredients.

-Salicylic Acid (found in AHA/BHA Cleansing Gel)

-Lactic Acid (found in our Anti-Cyst Treatment)

-Malic Acid (found in our Triple Berry Smoothing Peel)

-Glycolic Acid (found in our Glycolic Acid Serums)

-Mandelic Acid (found in our Triple Berry Smoothing Peel)

-Tartaric Acid (found in our Triple Berry Smoothing Peel)

-Peppermint Oil (found in our Mint Buffing Beads) …

-Spearmint Leaf Oil (found in our Luxe Mint Cleansing Gel)

-Rosemary Leaf Oil (found in our Rosemary Mint Cleanser)

-Menthol

-Eucalyptus (found in our Pure Radiance Mask and Daytime Blemish Gel)

-Camphor (found in our Night Time Spot Lotion)

Anything else, it’s a sign that it’s not compatible with your skin type.

What products shouldn’t cause a tingling sensation?

 -Vitamin C serum (Look for no-sting formulas like our Vitamin C & E Complex)

The following ingredients will make the skin tingle and should be avoided in your skin care products.

-Synthetic fragrance (the #1 cause of allergic reactions to products. Avoid products containing the word “fragrance” or “parfum” on the ingredient listing)

-SD Alcohol 40 or Denatured Alcohol (commonly found in toners. All of the Renée Rouleau toners are alcohol-free)

Bottom line: If your skin gets easily irritated, it certainly could be your products.

Which products are right for you? Check out our nine skin types.

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