11 Sensitive Skin Care Dos and Don'ts for India

8. Limit Physical Exfoliation — Do choose gentle chemical options sparingly; Don’t use grainy scrubs or harsh brushes

Do: Prefer gentle chemical exfoliants at low concentrations if your skin tolerates them—enzyme-based masks or mild lactic acids are often gentler than physical scrubs. Start with once or twice monthly and monitor how your skin responds. Chemical exfoliation can help with texture and pigmentation after inflammation, but less is more for sensitive skin. Always follow exfoliation with calming, barrier-supporting moisturisers and sunscreen during the day.