Ask Lucy: Why is my skin so angry?

Ask Lucy: Why is my skin so angry?

Ask Lucy: Why is my skin so angry?


Ask Lucy
23 - 05 - 25

Tight, dull, reactive — or just not quite right? 

When your skin feels off, it’s often your barrier sending an SOS. These subtle shifts — tightness, dullness, sensitivity — are early signs your skin’s protective layer may be compromised and in need of support. 

We asked our founder, Lucy Vincent, to explain what happens when the skin barrier breaks down — and how a targeted repair ritual can help bring it back into balance.


The Root Cause

“Barrier dysfunction is one of the most common causes of skin irritation,” says Lucy. “When the skin barrier is compromised, moisture escapes and it becomes easier for irritants, allergens, and microbes to penetrate — leading to redness, sensitivity, and flare-ups. Triggers can be anything from over-cleansing and over-exfoliating to sun exposure or a shift in the seasons.”

The result? Irritated, inflamed skin — or just a lack of glow.

“Glowing skin starts with a strong foundation,” Lucy adds. “When your barrier is healthy, everything else falls into place.”

The Repair Ritual

The good news? Repairing your skin barrier doesn’t need to be complicated. With the right synergy of soothing, bioactive ingredients, skin can return to balance quickly — and rebuild its resilience over time.

Enter, the Pro Facial Starter Kit: A two-month home ritual designed to reset and strengthen your skin with clean, clinically proven actives.

Pro-Facial Starter Kit

[01] SUPERDOSE LUMINOSITY MASQUE
A potent bio-active treatment with 5% Lactic Acid and Vitamin C to refine texture, deeply hydrate, and rebalance skin pH — supporting a healthy microbiome and radiant skin.

[02] SUPERDOSE SLEEP INFUSION MASQUE
More than a night cream, this reparative masque proactively strengthens skin against tomorrow’s challenges. Independent clinical trials show up to 38% protection against inflammation that can lead to redness, irritation, and premature aging.

How to Use | The Sans Ritual

[01] WEEKLY RESET
Apply Superdose Luminosity Masque once a week to stimulate cellular renewal and remove surface build-up, helping active ingredients penetrate more effectively for optimal skin nutrition and radiance.

[02] NIGHT-TIME REPAIR
Use Superdose Sleep Infusion Masque 2–3 nights a week to calm, replenish, and support overnight cellular repair.

Sans Ceuticals Pro Facial Starter Kit [8x treatments]

OUR GIFT TO YOU

Pro Facial Starter Kit [8x treatments]

If your skin’s been feeling a little off — red, reactive, or just tired — it might be time for a reset. For a limited time only, receive our Pro Facial Starter Kit [valued at $49] on us when you spend $150 NZD or more. Ends 09 June 2025.

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