Everything you need to know about short contact therapy

Say goodbye to irritation.

Active ingredients are your golden ticket to good skin. Whether it's salicylic acid for acne, retinoid for fine lines, or azelaic acid for hyperpigmentation, there’s a magic potion for just about anything.

Whilst these products have lots of benefits, they can also cause redness, irritation and dryness for those with sensitive skin.

If you can relate, and your skin gets angry at just the sight of them, you’ll want to learn more about short contact therapy before you clear out your bathroom cupboard,

What is short contact therapy?

Short contact therapy is an application technique that gradually introduces a product into your skincare routine.

Rather than leaving it on your skin, you apply it for a short period before rinsing your face with water. This can be anywhere between 30 seconds and five minutes, depending on how sensitive you are.

Over time, your skin will build tolerance to the active ingredients, meaning that you may be able to increase the length and frequency of application.

What are the benefits of short contact therapy?

With short contact therapy, you'll reap the rewards of active ingredients but miss out on the unwanted side effects. Sounds like a good deal to us!

Whilst it might not be the most optimal method, with results taking slightly longer, it’s a good solution for those with sensitive skin.