BY CONCERN · SENSITIVE SKIN
Quiet formulas for a surface that asks for less.
Reactive skin is not a failing, it is a signal. OVESSI builds its sensitive-skin range on the Scandinavian restraint principle: fewer ingredients, higher-quality actives, nothing that triggers without purpose. Fragrance-light textures, microbiome-friendly prebiotics, and ceramide foundations that do not borrow from the Japanese ceremony of sensation but deliver the same depth of calm. No rush, no reaction.
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The Cloud : Gentle Cleansing Foam
A soft cloud of foam that leaves no tightness. Skin feels clean and calm.The Cloud : Gentle Cleansing Foam
A soft cloud of foam that leaves no tightness. Skin feels clean and calm.Precio habitual £31Precio habitual -
The Dissolve : Fragrance-Free Biphasic Cleanser
Makeup lifts away in one pass. Skin left clean, never stripped.The Dissolve : Fragrance-Free Biphasic Cleanser
Makeup lifts away in one pass. Skin left clean, never stripped.Precio habitual £40Precio habitual -
The Tender : Sensitive Scalp Shampoo
Calm at the scalp from the first wash. Comfort through the rest of the week.The Tender : Sensitive Scalp Shampoo
Calm at the scalp from the first wash. Comfort through the rest of the week.Precio habitual £24Precio habitual -
The Comfort : Sensitive Skin Body Cream
Comfort for skin that flares. Soft and settled long after dressing.The Comfort : Sensitive Skin Body Cream
Comfort for skin that flares. Soft and settled long after dressing.Precio habitual £39Precio habitual -
The Purity : Sensitive Skin Cleanser
A gentle clean for skin that reacts. Soft and calm once it dries.The Purity : Sensitive Skin Cleanser
A gentle clean for skin that reacts. Soft and calm once it dries.Precio habitual £32Precio habitual -
The Quiet : Sensitive Overnight Cream
Reactive skin calms while you sleep. Softer, settled, by the time you wake.The Quiet : Sensitive Overnight Cream
Reactive skin calms while you sleep. Softer, settled, by the time you wake.Precio habitual £39Precio habitual -
The Melt : Sensitive Oil-To-Milk Cleanser
It melts the day away without a tug. Skin left soft and calm.The Melt : Sensitive Oil-To-Milk Cleanser
It melts the day away without a tug. Skin left soft and calm.Precio habitual £43Precio habitual -
The Calm : Sensitive Daily Moisturiser
Reactive skin settles by morning. Comfort that holds through the day.The Calm : Sensitive Daily Moisturiser
Reactive skin settles by morning. Comfort that holds through the day.Precio habitual £37Precio habitual
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Sensitive skin questions
How do I know which actives are safe for sensitive skin?
Ceramides, panthenol, betaine, and prebiotics are well-tolerated by most reactive skin types and make an excellent foundation. Introduce any new active one at a time, with three to five days between new additions, so you can identify any trigger clearly.
Can I use OVESSI sensitive formulas if I have rosacea?
Many customers with rosacea find the fragrance-light, ceramide-first approach suits their skin well. We recommend patch-testing any new formula on the inner arm for 48 hours before applying to the face. Always consult a dermatologist for active rosacea that is not yet managed.
Are the sensitive-skin formulas effective or do they sacrifice performance for gentleness?
Performance and gentleness are not opposites in OVESSI’s formulation philosophy. In the 28-Day Study, 87% of 68 participants saw real improvement by day 28, and participants with self-reported sensitive skin showed results consistent with the broader group.
What order do I apply sensitive-skin formulas?
Cleanse with the gentlest formula first, avoiding heat and friction. Apply toner or essence while skin is damp. Layer serum, then moisturiser to seal. Finish the morning ritual with mineral SPF. The sequence is identical to the standard ritual, just with fewer and gentler steps.
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