Multiple outlets explain that “sensitive” and “sensitised” skin are not the same condition and require different approaches. The articles note that sensitive skin refers to a general tendency to react more easily than other skin types. Sensitised skin, by contrast, is described as skin that has become reactive due to exposure to irritants or allergens, often after an inflammatory or barrier-disrupting trigger. The sources emphasize that the way skin behaves and the likely cause of irritation help determine appropriate care. They advise that people with sensitive skin should focus on gentle, consistent skincare that supports the skin barrier and avoids unnecessary harsh products. For sensitised skin, the articles stress that reducing further exposure to triggering substances is central, alongside strategies that help calm inflammation and restore barrier function. Across the articles, the overall guidance is to correctly identify which category applies, because treatment priorities differ depending on whether the issue is a baseline sensitivity or an acquired sensitisation from a specific trigger.