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Redness & Sensitivity
About redness & sensitivity
Red, reactive skin can come from a weakened skin barrier, broken capillaries, rosacea, or reactions to products and the environment. It often comes with heat, stinging or flushing.
We focus on calming inflammation, strengthening the barrier and avoiding triggers, so your skin feels more comfortable and looks more even.
What causes it
- A damaged skin barrier
- Rosacea, a common inflammatory skin condition
- Broken capillaries from sun, heat or genetics
- Triggers such as heat, alcohol, spicy food, stress and temperature changes
- Harsh products, fragrance or over-exfoliating
Signs to look for
- Flushing or blushing easily
- Ongoing redness across the cheeks, nose or chin
- Visible broken capillaries
- Stinging, burning or itching with products
- Dry, tight or rough patches
- Small red bumps, which can be a sign of rosacea
If you think you have rosacea or your skin is very inflamed, see your GP or a dermatologist. Medical care and gentle in-clinic treatments can work well together.
How we treat it
Gentle, calming treatments that support your skin barrier, with no harsh extractions or scrubs.
Skin Discovery Treatment
Skin analysis, a consultation and a tailored treatment and homecare plan.
Learn more →Radiance Skin Treatment
A cleanse, mask and one targeted modality chosen for your skin on the day. Best for hydration, barrier support and calming.
Learn more →LED Skin Treatment
LED light therapy, often used to calm redness and inflammation.
See skin treatments →Hydro Jelly Skin Treatment
A cooling, hydrating jelly mask that soothes hot, reactive skin.
See skin treatments →Save 15%Essential Program
LED, micro and Hydro Jelly treatments for consistent, gentle care.
See packages →MembershipRadiance Club
A Radiance Skin Treatment every month, plus 20% off ASI skincare. Save 25%.
See memberships →Recommended skincare
Calming, barrier-supporting products for sensitive and reactive skin.
Australian Skin Institute skincare is freshly formulated on the Gold Coast with our partners at Tugun Compounding Pharmacy.
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Add to cartRejuvenating Foaming Cleanser
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Add to cartAHA Power Exfoliant
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Add to cartVitamin C Serum
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Add to cartVitamin B3 Complex
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Add to cartMulti Peptide Serum
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Add to cartBarrier Hydration Complex
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Add to cartPure Hydration Concentrate Serum
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Add to cartMiracle Facial Oil Complex
$69.00
Frequently asked questions
Can I have facials if my skin is sensitive?
Yes. Your therapist will choose gentle treatments and products and avoid anything likely to trigger a reaction.
How do I know if it is rosacea?
Rosacea is diagnosed by a doctor. If you have ongoing redness, flushing or small red bumps, see your GP or a dermatologist, and we can support your skin alongside their advice.
What should I avoid?
Common triggers include fragrance, harsh scrubs, very hot water and using too many active products at once. Your therapist can review your routine with you.
Will my redness go away?
Redness can usually be calmed and managed. Persistent broken capillaries may need a medical treatment such as vascular laser, which your GP or dermatologist can advise on.
Not sure where to start?
A Skin Discovery Treatment ($99, valued at $180) includes a professional skin analysis and a treatment and homecare plan made for your skin.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
Use fresh, active skin care products.
Use natural, irritant-free make up.
Avoid excessive sun exposure and wear a good quality sunscreen.
Become familiar with what your skin can tolerate in terms of allergies or irritants.
Avoid foods that your body does not tolerate especially if they cause redness and inflammation.
Attend a Skin Profile with your Therapist at Believe in Beautiful
WHAT WE CAN DO
LED Light Therapy uses light-emitting diode (LED) technology to activate and promote collagen production and increase the rate of skin cell renewal. This is an excellent therapy welltested for specifically targeting inflammation because of the way it promotes the healing of your skin while soothing and reducing redness. LED Light Therapy works to treat rosacea, broken capillaries and generally calms sensitive skin. By adjusting the intensity and colour spectrum of the light, treatment can be tailored to suit your specific needs and condition.
IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) Skin Rejuvenation can dramatically reduce or, in some instances, even remove redness and broken capillaries. IPL uses light therapy to reduce the appearance of broken capillaries. It cauterises the dilated vein, returning it to a non-visible size, whilst also promoting collagen production in the targeted area.
