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Natural Skincare for Sensitive Skin
Natural skincare for sensitive skin sounds like the obvious answer. Plants, oils and botanicals should be kinder than lab-made ingredients. Right? Not always. Some of the most common skin irritants are natural: essential oils, citrus extracts and strongly aromatic plant blends. A product can be 100% natural and still leave reactive skin red, tight or stinging. biobod was created for that gap. We use natural and skin-compatible ingredients, but we choose every one for comfort first.
Sensitive Skin is one of the most common skin complaints, with around 60% of women and 40% of men claiming they suffer from skin sensitivities.
The best natural skincare for sensitive skin is genuinely fragrance-free, essential oil-free and screened ingredient by ingredient. biobod is an Australian brand made for sensitive skin. Every ingredient is checked against the EWG Skin Deep database for a low hazard score, and every formula is separately reviewed for common allergens and irritants.
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Gentle Rice + Oat Cleansing Powder 50g
Gentle Rice + Oat Cleansing Powder 50g- Regular price
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$65.00 - Regular price
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$65.00
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Replenishing Hydra-Soothe Serum 50ml
Replenishing Hydra-Soothe Serum 50ml- Regular price
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$65.00 - Regular price
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$65.00
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Barrier Restore Nutrient Oil 100ml
Barrier Restore Nutrient Oil 100ml- Regular price
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$95.00 - Regular price
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$95.00
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Probiotic Salvation Balm 30g
Probiotic Salvation Balm 30g- Regular price
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$55.00 - Regular price
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$55.00
What We Leave Out
Made without
Just as important as what's in every formula is what's deliberately left out.
×Harsh preservatives
×Triclosan
×Conventional soaps
×Strong surfactants
×Antibacterial ingredients
×Essential oils
×Sulfates
×Abrasive exfoliants
×Strong acids
×Drying alcohol
×Fragrance
×Mineral oils
×Parabens
×Petrolatum
×SLS
Is natural skincare better for sensitive skin?
Natural skincare can be a good fit for sensitive skin, but natural on its own does not mean gentle.
Plant compounds can be very active, especially when concentrated. Essential oils such as lavender, peppermint and citrus are natural and are also common triggers for reactive skin.
What matters more is how each ingredient is chosen. Look for a brand that leaves out fragrance in every form, screens ingredients against a recognised database and reviews the full formula for common allergens.
Natural ingredients that can irritate sensitive skin
These are natural, popular in "clean" skincare, and frequently a problem for reactive skin:
- Essential oils, including lavender, tea tree, peppermint and citrus oils
- Aromatic botanical blends and natural perfumes
- Harsh natural exfoliants such as crushed shells or seeds
- Traditional soap and high-pH cleansers
- High-strength fruit acids
Everyone reacts differently, so use this as a starting point. See the full list of skincare ingredients to avoid and our guide to essential oils and skin.
Download our Clean Beauty Checklist below.
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Happiness Guarantee
We understand that trying a new product can be daunting, particularly if you have sensitive skin. If you are not completely happy with your biobod skincare within 30 days, no problem, we will make it right!