
Introduction
Recognising the signs
What are the trigger factors?
What are the mechanisms of hypersensitive skin?
Good habits to adopt
The symptoms of cutaneous discomfort are triggered by several types of factors:
• Sharp temperature changes,
• Heat,
• Cold,
• Wind,
• Sun,
• Atmospheric pollution, etc.
2. External factors
• Certain cleansing products (especially soaps),
• Fragrances,
• Unsuitable detergents,
• Excessively calcareous “hard” water,
• Baths, showers, swimming pool, etc.
3. Psychological factors
• Anger, tears,
• Intense emotion,
• Stress: school, etc.
4. Mechanical factors
• Such as pressure on the skin