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avobenzone, but physical blockers titanium dioxide and
zinc oxide protect without irritation. Try Aubrey Organics
Natural Sun SPF 30+ Unscented Sensitive Skin
($15.95; Aubrey-organics.com), Dermalogica Super
Sensitive Shield SPF 30 ($48; dermalogica.com), and
MDSolarSciences Mineral Créme SPF 50 Broad
Spectrum UVA-UVB ($30;mdsolarsciences.com). For
serious, persistent rosacea, see your dermatologist, who
can recommend the right treatment for your skin.

Your Sensitive Symptoms: Scaly, rough patches on the
skin
It might mean: You're having an eczema flare-up. When
working properly, the top layer of skin acts like a strong
film of plastic wrap that seals in hydration and protects
deeper layers of skin. Eczema-prone complexions suffer
from a faulty barrier that allows water to easily escape,
leading to extreme dryness and flakiness. "When irritants
like smoke and fragrances then settle on skin, immune
cells rush to the area to respond, triggering
inflammation," notes Amy Taub, MD, an assistant clinical
professor of dermatology at Northwestern University.
Though 90% of people are diagnosed before age 5 and
symptoms often fade during childhood, eczema is a

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