Case Study: Sensitive, Redness-Prone & Dehydrated Skin with Sun Damage (40+)

Sensitive, Redness-Prone, Dehydrated Skin with Sun-Induced Damage (40+)

The skin presented with persistent redness, flushing, dryness, and heightened sensitivity, alongside mild sun-induced pigmentation and early signs of photo-ageing. Chronic dehydration and lipid deficiency had weakened the skin barrier, making the skin reactive to products, temperature changes, and environmental stress.

 

Before

Our Approach:

The priority was stabilisation before correction.
We focused on repairing the skin barrier, restoring hydration, calming vascular reactivity, and protecting against further UV damage. Pigment and ageing correction were delayed until redness and sensitivity were visibly reduced. Homecare maintained daily stability and nourishment while clinic treatments supported hydration and recovery without triggering inflammation.

TREATMENT STRATEGY 

Phase 1 (Weeks 1–4):
Barrier repair + hydration + inflammation control

Phase 2 (Weeks 5–8):
Capillary support + antioxidant defence

Phase 3 (Weeks 9–12):
Gentle tone correction and early ageing support

Homecare Strategy

Morning

  • dOre Micellar Water Cleanser – Gently cleanses without friction to avoid triggering redness or sensitivity.
  • dOre Hydrating Vitamin Mist – Restores hydration, calms sensory irritation, and supports barrier repair.
  • dOre Triple C Serum – Provides antioxidant protection and supports fragile capillaries affected by sun exposure.
  • dOre Collastin + C Booster – Supports collagen strength and improves skin resilience without irritation.
  • dOre Calm Skin Moisturiser – Reduces inflammatory signalling and maintains barrier comfort throughout the day.
  • dOre Eye Complex C Cream – Hydrates and supports collagen around the eyes without aggravating sensitivity.

Evening

  • dOre Bi-Phase Oil Cleanser – Removes sunscreen and impurities while preserving essential skin lipids.
  • dOre Hydrating Vitamin Mist – Reduces tightness and supports overnight barrier repair.
  • dOre Triple C Serum + Collastin + C Booster – Maintains antioxidant and structural support.
  • dOre Replenishing Oil Boost – Used as needed to restore lipids and reduce transepidermal water loss.
  • dOre Calm Skin Moisturiser – Reinforces barrier repair and restores comfort overnight.

Weekly

  • dOre Skin Polish (max 1–2× weekly) – Used cautiously to support renewal without stressing fragile capillaries.

Results (12 Weeks)

Primary Focus was:

  • Barrier impairment
  • Inflammatory signalling
  • Capillary fragility
  • UV-related pigment activity
  • Early collagen decline

Professional treatments were deliberately non-aggressive and rotational:

  • Hydration-focused facials to restore functional balance
  • Hyaluronic acid infusions to improve elasticity and recovery capacity

Clients followed a gentle but targeted homecare routine to nourish and hydrate the skin:

The result is:

  • Reduced baseline redness and flushing
  • Improved hydration and skin comfort
  • Stronger barrier resilience and product tolerance
  • More even tone with reduced sun-induced pigment activity
  • Healthier, calmer skin with improved elasticity

Key takeaway:
Redness-prone skin must feel safe before it can repair. When barrier integrity, hydration, and inflammation are controlled, the skin becomes more resilient, even-toned, and responsive to correction.