Which soothing skin care product should you choose for fragile skin?
Wounds, burns, erythema, lesions caused by surgical procedures. It's not always easy to take the right precautions when a boo-boo appears on our skin. To avoid unsightly scars at all costs, discover our selection of healing creams to improve the repair of small and large wounds.
One thing is certain: not all injuries heal in the same way, and not all require the same care. To avoid permanent marks as a souvenir, find the ideal repair cream to gently help your skin renew itself and provide it with the nutrients it needs.
When skin is damaged by an injury, surgery or burn, it protects itself from external aggression by initiating a natural repair process: healing. This allows the skin to protect itself by regenerating, over a period of varying length, depending on its size and depth.
This process can be broken down into 3 phases:
- The first phase is defense (lasting between 2 and 4 days): the body's fight against infection. It is during this phase that certain immune cells, including antibodies, will absorb and destroy the tissue attacked by the lesion.
- The second stage is repair (lasting between 10 and 15 days): tissues and vessels damaged by skin shock are gradually replaced by new tissue. How is this achieved? By developing collagen fibers. It's important to use a soothing skin care product.
- The third stage is cellular repair of the wound: this is the longest phase, lasting between 2 months and 2 years. This is when collagen and elastin fibers strengthen, restoring structure to the epidermis. The result: the skin regains its firmness and elasticity. Note that the area weakened by skin trauma remains sensitive for a long time, until the skin has fully recovered.
Beware of preconceived ideas: scabs are not a sign of good healing. They appear as the epidermis regenerates and are often the cause of scars and marks. Not only do they itch, but they also cover the wound, preventing it from breathing and keeping it moist, so it heals poorly. If they are torn off, they form a second wound that delays healing and inevitably leaves a mark on the skin.
To prevent the formation of scabs, there's nothing better than applying a healing cream to help the epidermis regenerate.
Why use a soothing repair cream every day?
Healing cream plays an essential role in speeding up the reconstitution of damaged skin tissue and preventing the formation of scabs. The sooner the lesion is treated with an appropriate healing cream, the sooner it will be reabsorbed and the skin will regain its original appearance.
Soothing repair care: Soothing and healing care to combat itchy skin and repair damaged skin. Soothing skin care is designed for intolerant skin. This type of skin overreacts to normally well-tolerated factors (UV rays, temperature variations, emotions, hormonal changes...) and suffers daily discomfort (tingling, tightness, heat, itching).
How does the skin react to external aggression?
The skin is made up of three main layers: the epidermis, dermis and hypodermis. The epidermis, the outer layer, plays a key role in :
- Regulating hydration: the hydrolipidic film limits transepidermal water loss.
- Protection against pathogens: It acts as a physical and chemical barrier.
- Interaction with the environment: It absorbs and resists external aggressions.
When weakened, the skin can present the following symptoms:
- Cutaneous dryness: The result of water loss due to an altered hydrolipidic film.
- Irritation: Caused by rubbing, chemicals or prolonged exposure to the sun.
- Micro-damage: cracks, roughness or superficial lesions due to insufficient cell regeneration.
What are the benefits of soothing and repairing skin care products?
Soothing and repairing skin care products aim to treat skin imbalances through a number of mechanisms:
- Deep rehydration: Restore water levels in the superficial and deep layers of the epidermis.
- Immediate soothing: Relieves redness, inflammation and feelings of tightness.
- Tissue repair: Promotes cell regeneration and restores the integrity of the cutaneous barrier.
- Preventive protection: Form a barrier against future aggressions to prevent further damage.
What active ingredients do soothing repair products contain?
These soothing repair products are composed of :
Moisturizing ingredients
Moisturizing agents restore the skin's moisture balance by retaining water in the epidermis:
- Hyaluronic acid: Highly moisturizing, it acts like a sponge, capturing water.
- Glycerin: An effective humectant that draws water from deeper to upper layers.
- Urea: Gently exfoliates while providing intense hydration, particularly effective for rough areas.
Soothing ingredients
These active ingredients act directly on irritation to calm inflammation and reduce redness:
- Allantoin: Calms irritated skin and accelerates cell regeneration.
- Bisabolol: A natural component of chamomile, known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
- Aloe vera: Provides an immediate sensation of freshness and reduces discomfort.
Restorative ingredients
These compounds promote skin cell regeneration and strengthen the skin barrier:
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5): Accelerates tissue repair by stimulating cell renewal.
- Ceramides: Restore lost lipids to rebuild the skin's lipid barrier.
- Shea butter: Intensely nourishes and strengthens skin structure.
Antioxidants
These compounds protect cells against free radicals and oxidative damage:
- Vitamin E: Protects cell membranes against oxidative stress.
- Polyphenols: Present in plant extracts, they neutralize free radicals.
Protective ingredients
- Natural waxes: Form a physical barrier to protect against dehydration and aggression.
- Gentle silicones: create a light film on the skin, reinforcing protection without clogging pores.
What body care products can I find on the Soin-et-Nature website?
Soin-et-Nature offers a wide range of products to care for your body and meet your specific needs for comfort and well-being. Here are the categories available:
- To nourish and revitalize your skin, nourishing body care products offer deep, long-lasting hydration.
- To keep skin soft and supple, moisturizing body care products offer a solution for all skin types.
- To soothe and repair sensitive or damaged skin, soothing repair products promote rapid regeneration.
- For easy daily moisturizing, hydrating body milks combine practicality and effectiveness for perfectly nourished skin.
- To eliminate dead cells and refine skin texture, body scrubs and exfoliants offer gentle or intense exfoliation, depending on your needs.
- To care for your hands on a daily basis, hand creams moisturize, protect and soften the skin.
- To relieve and treat chapped hands, specific care products repair and soothe weakened skin.
- For a moment of relaxation and regeneration, regenerating massage oils nourish the skin while providing a relaxing effect.
- To benefit from the expertise of Avène dermatological care, a range dedicated to sensitive skin offers moisturizing and soothing solutions.
- For state-of-the-art dermatological care, La Roche-Posay offers products specially formulated for sensitive or problem skin.
These body care products available on Soin-et-Nature meet your skin's needs, combining gentleness, efficacy and respect for skin specificities.
